Originally Posted by
CPH-Flyer
My guess would bebthat neither of the two had checked bags. It would add complications to the attempt to fly on the same flight. Complication they would want to try to avoid.
Good point! Not to mention, if the culprit who was ultimately moved to 5D prior to LAX arrival had his brother/friends check in his luggage, it would be difficult to argue he didn't have intent to board the incorrect flight. If that is so, ANA should definitely bill him/his family for fuel, airport fees, crew overtime, re-routing costs, etc. It would be a nice 6-7 figure bill.