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Old Nov 30, 2025 | 6:11 pm
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Originally Posted by spellingninja
Based on the below link - plus points and MUA's are given the same upgrade request priority. Which actually clears first? Is it based on a combo of status tier and fare class or something else? ...
Yes status then fare are the top two prioritization factors

Originally Posted by spellingninja
I'm looking at trying an MUA for the first time (FCO-IAD) and as a silver (with minimal chance of clearing), i think I would have a better shot by buying PE to upgrade to J rather than trying to go from E to J, correct? I'm not considering MUA from E to PE as I don't want to risk a PE middle seat.
Yes purchasing PremPlus can help as PremPlus has priority over Economy (except for GS) but it is no guarantee

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