Originally Posted by
bradfrancini
Running into a similar issue. Searching for LAX-TYO-MNL for March 7 on JL, AA site shows inventory (in first) that I can't book. Interestingly, Alaska shows much of the same inventory (and a little more) but in business, not first. Have tried chat and both the USA and Australian call centers and they see zero business availability that day. Any other tricks I can try to get this booked? Unfortunately I don't have Alaska miles to burn. Thanks!
Phantom availability.
If it's viewable on Alaska, it's bookable via AA via calling in even if the online booking system errors out.
If it's not on Alaska, it's Phantom availability and doesn't actually exist.