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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 10:48 pm
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Originally Posted by jakemalloy
I see many flights in biz with waitlist as the option. But these flights have 20-30 empty unsold seats in biz currently. Is it the case that if these seats go unsold they give them over to folks on the award waitlist? If so, seems likely to clear, no? Anyone have any experience with this?
They may release more seats, but not very likely to happen. Unlike US based carriers, ANA will fly with empty seats in the premium cabins rather release for awards or upgrades. They are protective of their premium cabins.

Also they do tend to sell the J cabin when you get close in. So if any releases are coming, don't expect them until 2-3 weeks before the flight.
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