Originally Posted by rushjc

I am wondering this same thing, but with another variable just for discussion's sake. If indeed one can't change the ticket type later, has anyone ever tried canceling a partner refundable award ticket, then rebooking it again as a "lowest" ticket? I assume that the time that elapses before the partner award availability shows again varies by carrier. In my case, I would absolutely have a backup flight booked elsewhere before trying it. Just curious if anyone has tried this before and how it worked out?