Originally Posted by
talkingtalent
So as a US Chairman, soon to become Executive Platinum I am noticing a disturbing trend. Some flights I have been on upgrade no one and keep selling the seats right up to day of departure - come on - why should we be loyal?
Top tier flyers need to unite and demand more transparency from Airlines. We should know how many upgrade seats are available at time of booking - who wants to watch day after day while no one gets upgraded and seats are just available for sale. Because once all the flights are booked business people will have to book first so you lose.
What is with this new trend?
I'm with Often1... if you think things are any different at DL or UA you will be extremely disappointed. I switched from DL (legacy NW) and have been thrilled my UG % at AA. I buy discount first all the time (lots of terrific fares out there if you look!) but have absolutely zero problem with sitting in the Y seat I purchased if that is where I ultimately end up. AA gives me access to MCE and exit row seats at NC, which is a pretty good deal IMO (in addition to a high % of comp UGs).