Originally Posted by
olouie
But they are both MVP so it’s very strange issue indeed.
It isn't an issue at all. An MVP with one companion on the same PNR
is not eligible for an upgrade nor can the MVP select premium seating at their window just like an MVPG+
is not eligible when there is more than one companion on the PNR. It is clearly outlined on the AS website. You will not be waitlisted for an upgrade to F. Only MVPG+ are eligible for upgrades & premium seating at their window when they have one & only one companion on the same PNR. Note that MVPG can select Premium at booking on a K class fare or higher and MVPG75K can select Premium at booking on any non-Saver (X) fare.
If an MVP is on the same PNR as an MVPG+ then it is the status of the MVPG+ that allows the upgrades & Premium, not the Status of the MVP.
When two MVPs are on the same PNR, in essence, they do cancel each other out since neither is eligible for the benefits as they can't extend them to the other. This isn't an IT glitch. Each MVP should be on their own PNR to maintain their "sole" benefits. If you are using a companion certificate you have to decide which is more benefitial.
F seats should never go out empty with Elites in Main. While the IT and T&Cs prevent you from being on the waitlist, it never hurts to speak to the gate agents especially if upgrades are offered for sale. They can & will split PNRs to accommodate. There are also datapoints of gate agents splitting PNRs with a companion certificate attached.
James
How do First Class companion upgrades work?
MVP Gold and Gold 75K members may upgrade one companion traveling with them on the same flight, in the same reservation and in the same class of service. If a reservation includes more than one companion, it will not be eligible for complimentary upgrades.
How do Premium Class companion upgrades work?
MVP® Gold and Gold 75K members may upgrade one companion traveling with them on the same flight, in the same reservation and in the same class of service. If a reservation includes more than one companion, it will not be eligible for complimentary upgrades.
MVP® members receive upgrades for themselves only - no companions.