I have no status, unless a sweep happens by Sunday. I am flying AC 739 YYZ-SFO on December 30. I am waitlisted for an upgrade (nominated by someone on FT). The flight is currently J2. Given that I have no status, I think my chances of a gate upgrade are low. However, AC 759 is a couple hours later, and still R3.

If R is greater than 0 on Sunday, and I pay the $75 change fee:

1. Does the upgrade request carry over, or would I have to get my nominator to put in the upgrade again?
2. If the upgrade is confirmed, does that give me J privileges like free checked luggage? (I will be checking one or two bags, which makes the effective cost $15-$50 if I get free checked bags)
3. Does the same day airport change have to be done at the airport, or can I do it online or over the phone on the 30th?

Thanks