Originally Posted by JJeffrey

AA typically doesn't release upgrade space on a flight like this until around 24-48 hrs. before the flight. You will sometimes get an email notification however most of us on here just check your reservation at aa.com frequently in the days before the flight. If you happen to get an error message that's usually a good sign, call AA.

Also, AA47 is LHR-ORD (not DFW), and Aug 8 is Thurs (not Fri). But assuming you do mean AA47 on 8/8 then your chances are not very good. It's down to J2 (2 seats left for sale in business).

Here are the dedicated threads for this type of question for future reference:

https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/amer...er-thread.html

https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/amer...er-thread.html