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Jul 19, 2018 | 9:28 pm

#410

TSparky

Join Date: Mar 2011

Location: SoCal

Programs: AA EXP, HHonors LTDia, Marriott Plat

Posts: 639

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomj888

As an Exec Plat, I've seen my free upgrades diminish. I seem to end up #1 on the list. Fly LAX-IND and scored an upgrade at T24. Not bad for an 8 seat F cabin on A319. Prior to this year, I would say my upgrade percentage was about 60%. Primary markets I fly domestic are LAX- DFW, ORD, SFO and an occasional JFK.

I also fly that route and I usually avoid the direct because of the schedule (10am) and the 2 row F in the 319. The alternative of LAX-DFW is almost impossible being a hub to hub.