Originally Posted by
Adelphos
Be aware of the plane you are on. Most of the D1 capacity on these routes is on the 767. While it is good to have when I fly JFK to LAX or SFO I wouldn't necessarily seek out that product. It is a dated and cramped version of a lie flat seat
.....but it does have 100% direct aisle access, which D1 on the 757 doesn't.
Call DL and ask which flights will clear into D1 using the RUC now. Then make your decision. Buy your ticket by phone and have the agent confirm your upgrade at the same time.