Originally Posted by
BrettSky
Silver Medallion
10/30: SFO-SEA, U Fare, Cleared into F at window. Flight had 7 empty F seats at gate and 0 on upgrade list. GA cleared 7 off standby list into F (??)
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Likely airline employees using their standby travel benefits, who IIRC can be cleared into a premium cabin if there are going to be empty seats there.