Originally Posted by
benewr
Except that I could use that PN space to gift PP to a friend going to Tokyo.
You could, but UA would know your GS PPs were used to consume valuable PN space on an itinerary you weren't on.
Not saying it's the sole reason high-PQD flyers are getting downgraded to 1K, but I think it's a contributing factor.
So gift away, but let us know how it turns out...