Originally Posted by
lovefly88
Did you end up getting the upgrade? I’m wondering the exact same thing as I’m about to hit AS silver on Dec 29. What the upgrade odds are flying out of LGA (but could potentially do ALB if better)
LGA to where? To any of AA's hubs, no chance. To some Eagle destinations at odd times, it's possible. F does not go out full always, although AA sells those buy-ups really cheap so it's still hit-or-miss. For any non-elite checking a bag it's almost a no-brainer to take the buy-up.
More broadly, flying on AA to/from a UA or DL hub also has decent chances IME, especially late night or early morning.