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Old Jul 4, 2017 | 2:34 pm
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Originally Posted by WineCountryUA
Sounds you got lucky -- I agent managed to pushed thru what they though was a "funny acting" system.

Reports seem to be pretty clear Golds and Silvers are RN inventory (and the instant upgrade flag was not showing for you which is further confirmation) -- but sometimes the complexity / confusion can work in your favor.
Definitely agree regarding getting lucky. I frequently travel on last minute Y fares. Since I downgraded from 1K to Gold last year, I've never been able to get confirmed into PN.

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