Originally Posted by
dave h.
LHR-SEA is Y. SEA-HKG is V.
Originally Posted by
sethb
Y includes C+.
Yep, this has become an apparently unpublished benefit for Y/B/M fares. Y fares should also still be upgradeable at 15k miles one-way if that's something you're interested in. It requires RP availability to confirm in advance, or you
may be able to get on the airport standby list.