Originally Posted by
ctf12
."We normally don't allow standby on YVR flights, but I've managed to get you both on it".
I would hazard a guess and say that this was a "dumbed down" statement for FOTSG VBIT types.
Like, what is "normal"? I get to standby on such flights all the time and to me, that's normal.
(and yes, your status helps - how much is the question)