Originally Posted by
FlyerBeek
No need to cancel the upgrade. The sponsor should receive the GPU back if the BusinessFirst segment doesn't clear - regardless of if the domestic (non-BusinessFirst domestic service) segment falls before or after the int'l segment. He may need to call UA to have the GPU redeposited, but it shouldn't be a problem.
-FlyerBeek
I have never had to call (although this forum is full of people who have). You usually see it back in your account about 3 to 4 days after travel. Unfortunately on the TLV EWR route this has happened all too often
I am reminded of the gym club episode of Seinfeld, where every time he upgrades his membership to a higher level, silver, gold then platinum he discovers there is a secret higher level that he aspires to ....