Originally Posted by Definitas

We fly twice a year using 2-4-1 Companion voucher so, on those flights, we are limited to BA metal. I try to plan for the best option but, unfortunately, our last 2 flights were to MIA and both involved the 388 with no alternative. Prior to that it was a return leg from ORD which also involved the 388 and an involuntary seat change due to the booked seat being blocked due to being unserviceable. (I also had a problem flying 388 to MIA when we were moved because the seat was taken by crew). Unfortunately, when late changes occur there are usually very few alternative seat options available and hence resulting in no direct aisle access. I realise that we have been unlucky with it happening 3 times but, if the aircraft wasn’t equipped with CW, it wouldn’t matter because I don’t mind where I sit as long as I have aisle access without having to climb over someone, which is all but impossible for me. I still have a few thousand Avios and so I'm thinking about going over to cash purchase and keeping them until the change over is complete. However, if it’s going to be a long wait I will worry about devaluation. It’s definitely a 1st world problem but I would like to avoid it if possible