Originally Posted by
ComputerCommuter
I didn't realise it was "optional" as I've seen it every time on my "usual" carriers
It is not "optional". It is just not required. If you fly BA (or another UK carrier) from USA you will be asked for BP, however AA will not ask for BP (rather than for the purposes of helping you find your seat).
Last edited by Andriyko; Sep 27, 2010 at 7:00 am