Originally Posted by
im.daniel
I'd personally take the hit in Y and use the saved money on another trip/at the destination. 12 hours isn't that bad

I am with you.....take the $800 and buy yourself the latest Ipad to entertain yourself on the journey....then you get the keep the Ipad...
As you have AA Exec plat you can choose the best seats and might be able to get exit / bulk head which is really not that bad in Y. Middle seat in Y, sure...but as exec plat you should be able to get a good seat.