Originally Posted by
KDCAflyer
I think that applies only if you have a waitlisted SWU that doesn’t clear.
Depending on inventory, EXP are sometimes offered complimentary upgrades to PE at check-in (even with no SWU requested and no need for cabin rolls). It's been an unpublished benefit for years, but not one you can count on as it is only offered when they're many open seats in PE.