Originally Posted by
cjgibson
CO doesn't usually release standard reward seats that far out. As usa18dca said, you should try to confirm seats on a partner, even if it's not your preferred times, etc. Once you're able to confirm seats, call CO and waitlist the flights you do want. When CO releases the inventory, you'll clear automagically.
What exactly do you mean by confirming seats? I'm in the same boat but actually looking for travel in Late April and there is availability already, however I am waiting for some promo points to post which will be 6-10 weeks and I'm afraid of flights not being available by then.