Originally Posted by
MM00LL2
I assume you have access to Avios.com and therefore you have checked and confirmed availability for the dates you have requested? Personally I'd just hold my nerves and wait for them to process your request.
The BoI reward doesn’t necessarily come out of the same fare bucket as Avios awards and is subject to different restrictions. I’ve had flight requests declined where Avios seats were available and flights approved where no Avios seats were available.
My understanding is the seats are individually approved for release by revenue management.