Originally Posted by
nystateofmind
The problem is if Delta restricted Basic Economy based on age of passengers they would face an age discrimination lawsuit. What they should do is allow advance seat selection on Basic Economy for the fare difference between Basic Economy and Regular Economy.
Actually, this is incorrect about "age discrimination." Otherwise Delta wouldn't be able to require an Unaccompanied Minor Program fee based upon age, which they and other airlines have done for years.
Furthermore wouldn't that be a little contradictory? Delta, you can't charge me more or block minors from BE ticketing, but Delta you must seat us together because they are minors. That's contradictory.
Maybe Delta should just do away with BE since it's so hard for people to conform and comprehend.