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Old Dec 22, 2020 | 6:01 pm
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Originally Posted by Kacee
I've done it in both directions.
Originally Posted by raehl311
I've semi-frequently traded CPUs with other people I knew on the flight. I've never had any issues with it. I suppose maybe that's a little different than upgrading a rando. But I can't see any circumstance where an FA is going to object to you trading your CPU to your spouse.
We can all agree to disagree. Bottom line - I stand correct that just because no one stops it, it does not mean the practice comforts M+ T&Cs regarding CPUs. And this is not even the main issue of the thread.

Originally Posted by cfischer
it's really not UA's fault though. The OP should have not let the UG request go through which split the PNR and caused the issue on the AA side of the equation.
The split PNR is not really the issue, but UA rebooked OP's family to AA. I never said OP's wife would succeed in getting reimbursement. But instead, the fees are AA's issue, not UA. So unless OP has his own ways to waive the fees (status and/or credit card), OP must still pay the fees.

OP's wife, as a 1K, might have luck convincing an ETC or reimbursement. Hence, what I have said.
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