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Old May 22, 2022 | 11:14 am
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Originally Posted by Duke787
That is news to me, my reading of the T&Cs and the wiki in this thread is that Plat is prioritized for instant upgrade but requires PZ space. That is, if PZ opens up before the CPU windows, a Plat on a B fare should be able to instantly upgrade without needing any extra instruments or requests. ....
That is not what is stated in the wiki
Originally Posted by wiki
Feb 2016, Waitlisting was restricted to 1Ks/GSs. Plat / Gold / Silver can still Instant Upgrade but only if available at the time of booking
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As a Plat have you ever seen the upgrade button appear or been able to call in with PZ>0 and get the upgrade?
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