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Old Nov 2, 2021 | 12:22 pm
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Originally Posted by rickfromla
1k flying into Denver today and applied 20 plus points to put me at the top of the upgrade list. Was put on the waitlist and still first as I was boarding the flight and seatmap has 2 empty seats. Figured I’d be upgraded on the plane, but sure enough we pushed back with 2 empty seats up front. I’m in row 7 and see the seats- not blocked off, just empty. Do I call and ask what the deal is? Flight is completely sold out- minus 2 empty’s in first
Next time, wait at gate until you get the seat. Do not board when your upgrade chance is over 50%. You can screen shot the seat map and send to 1K Voice. Good luck.
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