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Old Oct 2, 2006 | 10:04 pm
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Originally Posted by sadiqhassan
I used to use "C" for Business Class, but in recent years I have also moved to "J." I find that most airlines use "J" as a full fare Business Class bucket whereas "C" is often restricted Business Class.
C has settled into most Star Alliance full business while J is for One World. Y has been the economy cabin for decades.
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