Boy, that just kinda irks me. Even United put me at the top of the upgrade list when I was flying a first class award itinerary but could only book coach on a leg. I ended up in First when a seat opened up.

I think Cathay should always ask themselves "what is the best service a US airline would give?" and then set that as their minimum service expectations.

If I "paid" for first, and there is a first class seat available, I should get it.
Oh well, I'll just have to slum it back in Biz. Either way, I'm going on one heck of a trip. Sitting with the celebrities is just a bonus.

IAD-YYZ-HKG-SIN-SGN-REP-PNH-DPS-AMI-DPS-HKG-YYZ-IAD.