Originally Posted by
rankourabu
The OP is using Aeroplan points. Standard seat selection is free for those for now. Status is irrelevant.
Just to clarify - my fare is basic economy (really a good deal moneywise), not Aeroplan redemption.
Obviously, this is very restrictive but has worked well so far with no delays or cancellations. I have had frequent chances to visit my beloved city of Vancouver this year.
Star Alliance (UA) is rather useless in a case like this one and many others that include my leisure travel.