Originally Posted by flydrive

I flew Basic a few days ago as FB sky team elite plus. Was surprised that no option to change seat after check in, even for payment (was allowed to pay for seat assignment prior to check in for USD 34). At check-in sky priority agent would not change seat and told me the gate agent would say the same so did not bother. All other elite plus benefits (free bag, lounge, and priority boarding group 4) provided. Always last in line for upgrades no matter what ticket, so no upgrade option is no big deal. A bit disappointed about seat assignment so may consider this in future when selecting fare.