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Old Mar 18, 2019 | 8:48 pm
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johnr863
 
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: NJ
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Originally Posted by gateH15

I’m not sure what the perks used to be but red aviator card never ever gave you a free seat selection benefit.
If you are traveling during busy holiday time you can wait 2 hours until departure ti check in online and if flight is pretty full you may end up in MCE for free
Prior to the basic economy fare, you used to be able to book an economy fare (main cabin now) and select a seat during the booking process.
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