Recent trip, gf and I were on different outbounds, but got on the same flight for the return.

We bought our tix separatly so were on diferent PNRs.

For the return, I wanted to use my Skyteam status to pick preferred seats, which they would give me, but wouldn't give to my g/f because we were on different PNRs.

I asked to have them combined and was told they couldn't do it without re-issuing her ticket (and all the cancellation fees etc...)

Needless to say, I dropped that, but it doesn't make sense...

Seems to me either they can combine them or not.. why would a re-issue make a difference.

I got the distinct impression I was being blown off... I just wish I had some facts to throw back at the guy next time.

Anyone know the real deal/rules/restrictions about PNRs or even whether it's possible at all?