Originally Posted by
AA2070
Way back in the day (like the days of the Bistro Bags, which is an unfathomable amenity in Y now), AA used to block the seats next to EXPs. They could still be sold, but they were the last seats to be assigned.
I do remember the good old days.. and I remember this when PLT was the old EXP
BA still tries to block the seat next to you if flying coach (as a OWE)..