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Old Jun 10, 2015 | 3:47 pm
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Originally Posted by TennisNoob
Have you ever come across a situation where the carrier overbooked and because you didn't take a seat assignment it resulted in missing a flight?

Regardless of what seat is blocked I always request one in advanced so in the event of overbooking, my chances of being bumped are slim.
Same applies if travelling with a companion... not booking seats in advance can mean you are split up for the flight.
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