Originally Posted by shore9
if you're telling me that buying a Y or M fare is not going to confirm me an upgrade, then why would I bother buying one, I buy an M fare because I want confirmation of being in J, I buy an H fare because I don't mind playing the lotto. For me the flexibility issue is irrelevent, it doesn't matter too much to me.
And, though this may come as a shock, you don't matter much to AC, at least not relative to the big spenders.
These fares are not designed for university students trying to make sure they always get to sit in J class on internationally configured widebody.
They are designed for business travellers who need ultimate flexibility in their travel plans, have clients who frequently change meeting times/dates, etc., and who don't want to be stuck with charges for changes or non-refundable tickets.
Sorry to burst your bubble.
Simon