Originally Posted by capedreamer

Called Concierge. Explained that I'm short a credit which I'll earn with the very flight I'm hoping to upgrade. Asked if they could let me "borrow" from the future. Concierge agent (very friendly and professional) said she'll email someone to inquire whether this can be done. Told me it might take a couple business days to hear back. 15 minutes later, I received both text and email notifications informing me that I've been waitlisted.

Sometimes, just when I'm ready to throw in the towel, AC impresses with something like this. Sigh...