Originally Posted by
rocketzo
Sorry, should have clarified. It was three Separate PNRs as we all had our own miles to use. (We just had the same super helpful agent book all three at once to make sure everything was the same.

) We're all cardholders so it sounds like we're set per your helpful replies! None of us have status on UA, so luckily it sounds like we're not missing out on the upgrade chance by not paying with the card. Thanks!
You'd still get upgraded even if you hadn't paid - it's all linked to your MP number.