Originally Posted by NYC Flyer

In fairness to AS, there is some predictive science (art?) to determining when to start and stop letting PP holders in. If there is generally a rush at 11AM, it makes sense to start limiting admission to members and AS "affiliates" some time before 11AM. I'm curious whether anyone on FT has actually had a conversation with AS staff about this dynamic. I'm sure it's been thought through, as it in the airline's best interest to optimize revenue across (satisfied) paid members, AS day passes and PP reimbursements.