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Old Oct 30, 2025 | 1:11 pm
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Originally Posted by RobOnLI
Why a Premier doesn't get preference for window/aisle is beyond me.
Because they don't want anybody to buy those fares.

Originally Posted by RobOnLI
I haven't flown UA BE in a very long time but I used to have luck at the lounge/gate asking for a seat change and so far haven't been denied. I hope that hasn't changed and will find out soon enough.
I mean, no offense, but I sort of hope that has changed. I dislike rules that aren't really rules. If they don't really mean "we'll choose your seat," I wish they would publish what the rule really is.

I still wouldn't ever buy BE, because it's too restrictive for my needs. But I could use one fewer "life hack" in the world.
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