Originally Posted by
jamesteroh
+1 If there is an equip swap or if there is an irops situation and the family is rebooked, the airline should try to seat a parent and child together if they can reasonably accomodate the request, but it shouldn't be expected. I think it is unreasonably to expect someone with medallian status or is PAYING for a premium seat to swap and aisle or window for a middle seat with someone that flies once a year and is probably on a T fare, just so they can sit together.
I agree. Why should I switch to a middle seat to accommodate someone who wasn't willing to pay for it and hasn't earned it by flying a lot? It's a favor that I don't have to grant and will not grant to people exhibiting the attitude that they're entitled because they have children with them.