Originally Posted by
flyingeph12
Putting to one side the fact that upgrades for some are automatically requested, I think there's a difference between being upgraded before one has boarded and being upgraded after one has already settled into a nice exit row/MCE seat. There might not be overhead locker space available up front anymore, and it might be a hassle to pack up stuff already unpacked and move.
Next time, you could try speaking up and saying that you know you're next on the list and that you'd be happy to take the available seat up front.
why do you assume I didnt speak up? As a matter of fact I did speak up and told the GA as she said she would be right back and never returned. I asked the FA she said the gate closed. I only thought for 500 miles or less its automatic oh well i guess EXP could be auto as well, I did tell AA via Twitter about the FA walking away without a response but no real outcome.