Moderator: American AAdvantage
Join Date: May 2000
Location: NorCal - SMF area
Programs: AA LT Plat; HH LT Diamond, Maître-plongeur des Muccis
Posts: 62,948
It's often much easier to get seating when the flight is not a codeshare, a distinct problem with some airlines and the diminished miles afforded on discounted fares. I hope someone who has done this will show up with the answers (but remember, FT is a lot slower on weekends).
You will have to process formalities on arrival, no lounge.