Originally Posted by
channa
Yes, but they will likely get the high pressure sell job at every interaction until a seat opens up, or they give them a better (e.g., E+) seat right before boarding.
OLCI will offer it, kiosk will offer it, and if they check with an agent, the agent may offer it.
Just hold out, and you'll be fine. Maybe even luck out and get E+ for free.
I think that's about as unlikely a scenario as I can imagine - clearly you disagree since you chose the word "likely". I've had family members in this situation several times and upon arriving at the airport they either (a) already had a seat assigned by the kiosk, or (b) the agent handed them a boarding pass without any discussion.
Murphy's law doesn't always apply - at least not to everyone
