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Old Mar 8, 2026 | 5:17 pm
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Originally Posted by schuepbach
  • GS can upgrade a companion with an instrument (PlusPoints or miles) from Economy to Business / First when flying on a paid premium cabin fare, even if PZ or PN is not available, as long as J > 3 after upgrade processed. Companion needs to be ticketed in W class or higher on international cash fare itineraries, or ticketed in X/XN for upgrades from award tickets. The passenger being upgraded must be a GS, or the sponsoring GS must be flying on the same flight.

Does this work if I'm flying on a mileage ticket in polaris? Or does it need to be cash ticket?
Does this make it more understandable?

"GS can upgrade a companion...when flying on a paid premium cabin fare"
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