Originally Posted by
DrewBr
Considering PHL major hub all first seat would/could clear before he has opportunity to attempt to ask at counter for SDC to
#422 .
This is most likely the factor that will make his desire to change flights impossible. AA is very likely to fill the front cabin with upgraders well before departure. 422 is J1 right now so the odds are very much against him.
The A332 experience up front is soooo much better than the A321 (even on a 900 mile flight). He should just wait the extra 2.5 hours.