Originally Posted by
iahphx
But I do wonder if the computer somehow "passes over you" if you're two and gives it to a solo traveler below you on the list. If it's the latter, it's obviously best to always split the record in advance.
Based on my recent interactions with agents and everything I've read, this is exactly how it works. If you aren't split, you need R2 or you get skipped. The computer won't "wait" to accrue more R inventory for the 2 person PNR.