Originally Posted by JimBobDuggarIsABusyMan

Not necessarily a Delta-centric thread, but one many of you might enjoy:

Do you remember the first time you flew in First Class?

My very first I was so proud of myself. I was flying United (coach) on a Regional Jet a few years back, and I had used their website to scope out the seat map in First.

I noted where the empty First Class seats were. Then during the boarding process got on about half-way through and plunked down and one of the wide seats at the front. Immediately offered a beverage (orange juice or water) and was so enjoyable, and peaceful.

I was a little worried I'd taken someone else's seat, but if I remember correctly there were a few other First Class seats not taken.

The first time I legitimately flew in First, was on Delta with a ticket I booked through a 3rd party. The outbound fare bucket was ineligible for upgrades, but the return was better (I don't recall one, but I think a travel industry fare) with only 1 of 3 segments on a 2-cabin aircraft. I called Delta requesting an upgrade, and they immediately upgraded me CVG to SLC, 10 days out--no co-pay, no miles, no status no nothing.

My theory is some airlines handle upgrades like drug dealers:
The first hit is free, but after that it's gonna cost you.

I remember it was on either a 757 or 767, and I sat down and not only couldn't believe how much legroom I had--it almost pained me how wide I had to spread my 5'6" frame to use the arm rests. I enjoyed a few libations, despite having already having a headache that put a slight damper on things


Anyway, I have been hooked on flying First ever since. I have even resulted to some crazy....shenanigans to do so a few times.

I, and I am sure many others want to hear more stories. So what was your first time in First Class (or Business for that matter) and how elated you were at the time?