OK, I'm a complete RUC newb (made PM for the first time in a few years). I'm taking some SFO-ATL or SFO-DTW red-eyes over the next few months, so I'd like to make the best use of these certificates this year.

First chance is this week--I'm currently upgraded to a middle C+ seat, I'm planning to see where I am on the comp upgrade list Thur AM and then decide if I will try to use the RUC (I know to make sure that the RUC is aimed at the red-eye leg, not my connection afterwards).

Two Qs
--I plan to do this probably 7-8 times this year--trying to decide if I should just be happy with C+ this flight. Or should I just go for it?
--Is waiting a reasonable plan-if comp upgrade looks bad, then I try to use the RUC?

Much Thx
Dan Spartan
Delta PM
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