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Old Nov 25, 2019 | 9:22 am
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Originally Posted by newfbc
Be careful.. I'm sure Westjet has the system programmed to automatically seat those on a basic fare travelling together in middle seats far far apart.
Originally Posted by integlspwr
Omg that’s the worst lol.
Originally Posted by aerobod
They will be the least desirable seats for Basic tickets, typically middle seats in the rear or non-reclining seats. The allocation algorithm will leave the best seats for non-Basic tickets.

Oh my... I guess I shouldn't joke about such things!

I guess WestJet wants to make sure that if you don't this time, next time you will pay the seat selection fee (or not book basic)!

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