Originally Posted by
sportsguymichael
I’m on Alaska tonight. I’m an AA EP, but gave them my Alaska MP number where I have no status. Haven’t flown them in years. I’m on an X fare and currently assigned a middle seat. Will I be able to change seats (currently assigned a middle seat) when I get to the check in counter? Should I have used my AA number? It seems from a poster above, I may be able to at T-2.
Yes you should use your AA number if you want status benefits, and you should be able to change seats and even be put on the F upgrade list at T-2 latest. I believe you can re-checkin (easiest on the app as the website is buggy right now) and change your frequent flyer number there. The system should then recognize your status. I'm not sure how long it will be until you can change your seat or be put on the upgrade list in practice, as I've never purchased an X fare. You need to use the check-in process if you want to self-service a change to FF# though.