Originally Posted by
tbone14
I thought passengers couldn't be separated from checked luggage on a flight? Except in situations where luggage is misrouted or mishandled. Also found it very interesting that AA picked up the tab for the taxi and airport transfer.
In the future, I may ask the agent if the flight is oversold, and if so, would like to be considered first to volunteer. Would there be any benefit to being proactive to be selected first, as opposed to a mad dash to the gate counter when volunteers are needed?
That rule is only for international flights.
Agent is going to ask for volunteers and try to get the lowest possible rate, whether you're first in line or not. Being the first person in line after she makes that call is what will get you the best chance of being bumped, so I'd stand near the line if you think it's likely.