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YtravelF
Standbys are listed in order of priority, not fare class, so an RI2 in Y will be listed above an RI5 on a J fare. But the RI5 will clear before anyone else if a J seat is open. Hope that makes sense.
I don't think this was the case as the Upgrade List (separate) was about 15 deep. Those would get priority before someone who is not currently on the flight at all, correct?
I think most likely is DCA's comment that it was someone who could sit in the jump seat, but was curious to hear what others thought. Also was very surprised at AA's twitter response, I would have expected them to say it was likely an employee or something.