Originally Posted by jimc_usa
Welcome to FT
You don't offer enough info!
If you checkin online it may offer to upgrade you then.
If your companion is an elite then also on line.
Otherwise ask at the gate checkin or definitely at the WBC.
If you can check in online now and call the Gold elite line if your companion is not elite
I was under the impression that Golds (not Plats) were entitled to Companion Upgrades at the airport only.
Unlimited Airport Standby Companion Upgrade
Platinum Elite and Gold Elite members may upgrade one companion from any
paid fare (full or discount) at the airport only within two hours of departure on a
Northwest- or Continental-operated flight. No advance confirmation is available.
Companions traveling on WorldPerks Award Tickets, Continental Reward Tickets
and certain companion fares are not eligible for First Class upgrades.You are
encouraged to check with Reservations to determine which companion fares are
eligible for First Class upgrades. Please present your Elite membership card and
photo identification at the airport to request the companion upgrade.
Companion upgrades are available for travel in the same travel regions as
WorldPerks Elite upgrades (see page 6).