Originally Posted by
Ripper3785
I have reviewed a good bit of the 'how complimentary upgrades work' thread and not seeing the answer I'm looking for.
Wife and I are both MVPG. In the same PNR. NOT using a companion certificate. Does this hurt our upgrade chances? I.E. Do we get skipped over if there is only 1 complimentary upgrade seat available? I think the answer is yes, and my anecdotal evidence seems to indicate such.
Should two equal level elites always book separately or split the PNRs if they want the best chance of complimentary upgrades?
AS will never split a PNR to process an upgrade. Since you are both MVPG's, you can choose which option suits you best:
1) If you always want to sit in the same cabin, continue to book on the same PNR. You will either both sit in coach, or, if there 2 upgrade slots at a point where you are at the top of the list, you'll both be upgraded.
2) If you would rather have the best chance at being upgraded individually, book separately. Then each of you will be eligible for a single upgrade slot, but you may have to sit in separate cabins if there is only 1 U seat.