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Old Nov 9, 2024 | 11:13 am
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Originally Posted by DeltaFlyer92
II got a RUC, and I am flying a LAX -> JFK route. Currently, I have a Main Ticket:
- To have the best shot at D1, do I need to use my RUC to put myself in PS and get upgraded to D1 upon availability 24 hours before departure?
- Or it doesn't matter, and I will still be on a D1 upgrade list 24 hours before departure based on status (Diamond)?
As was mentioned above, instrument upgrades clear before medallion upgrades, so you'll be ahead of anyone waiting for a comp upgrade.
However, note that you will be behind anybody who purchased PS and is using RUC/GUC to upgrade.
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