Hi, I probably should know this, but couldn't find the relevant docs on BA (or AA) to prove it.

I am considering using BA.com to book Economy (one-way) tickets between Chicago (ORD) and SoCal (LAX, SAN,SNA) in the summer. I can see availability for my preferred dates, but trying to work out what class I would be booked into and as a BA Gold Card member, what the deal will be with bags and seats/Main Cabin Extra.

I ***think*** BA.com is saying it will book "Basic Economy" tickets which I **think** means : no seat allocation BUT my OWE status will allow a checked bag?

I will be travelling with my partner and son so will want to sit together on the day - and ideally use my OWE status to get Main Cabin Extra.

Can anyone confirm what class & cabin BA.com will book an avios redemption booking into on BA - and assuming this is Basic Economy - does this mean you cannot use Avios to book (standard) Main cabin?

Any advice much appreciated.

Rob