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Old Jan 3, 2013 | 4:12 pm
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makfan
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Originally Posted by alhcfp
The 24 hour requirement is why AAngels and GAs know nothing about this benefit.

It is only available through EXP desk.
That 24 hour rule is also why this isn't applicable in the case of IRROPS. You get a high priority for standby in IRROPS as an EXP, but that's not the same as calling and asking to buy a full fare Y seat on a zeroed out flight and paying said fare.

I see this as more along the lines of finding out on Friday that I have a business deal and I have to get to XXX on Monday. Even if it's zeroed out they'll sell you a seat for $$$ and deal with the fallout. Does AA.com know about this and allow you to pick Y fares on these kinds of flights if you are logged in as EXP? I've never paid attention.
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