Originally Posted by
CruiserCLE
Follow up to the above, my IAH-BBB cleared so now I'm just wondering about the first leg. If we do not get swept right at T-24, is it best to wait a bit before checking in (to see if the do the sweep down to F2) or should I just check in and split us? Since it's a one-way I don't need to worry about anything affecting a return trip. Companion is no-status FWIW.
What is your priority? Maximal number of upgrades, or sit in the same cabin?
If the former, check in and split immediately. Otherwise wait until the counter.