Originally Posted by
VE105
Maybe that's their hidden agenda - taking away BUDs when their value drop to a low point thus facing the smallest opposition, so that when 779X enter service the whole F cabin wouldn't be occupied by DMs who use BUDs.
At that time even if DMs start to appreciate the benefit of BUDs CX would never offer them again.
I remember you mentioned before that your 1600s are unusable. The issue with BUD is both the lack of 77A and award availability. They would sell A class with the entire F empty but refuse your coupon. When I had the gold coupons ages ago, I was denied using them for PEK! I am not buying an R fare ticket to pay the lottery either.
But the 1800 nomination is a slam-dunk benefit for members. I am debating whether 16/1800 is worth it or if should I just leave it at 1100 and retroclaim.