Originally Posted by
LaphroaigAndRibeye
Looks like to get us upgraded I have to get us split onto a new PNR, but if I do that my other companions booked into MCE will lose their seat assignments or have to pay for MCE. Makes sense I guess since I won't be with them anymore, just a bit annoying to have to choose between letting my companions keep their seats or taking an upgrade. I don't even really need the F, it's more for 1 companion in particular who is a large guy and would greatly benefit from that extra space.
Maybe purchase an extra seat for that person. Looking at the fares, the basic economy is showing from $93 inc tax - the base fare for that id $72.56 ; paying the $72.56 to get an extra seat might work well and benefit 2 people to have an empty seat next to them