Originally Posted by
slippahs
One should have no problem checking in for their entire itinerary 24 hours prior to the departure of the first segment. That's why MSP/DTW elites heading west bound are disadvantaged when compared to those making a connection in MSP/DTW. These connecting elites are able to check-in earlier than our hub captives, getting themselves on the standby list earlier or snagging an R class seat earlier if available.
Well, aren't I surprised. I checked-in some family members last night (was able to snag them some great row-5 seats), and was able to OLCI for the complete itinerary (even the 2nd segment, more then 24 hours pre-departure). They are leaving from a non-hub, going through another hub, them landing at another hub. I've never been able to do this, when departing from a hub... maybe I'll book an MR from a hub, just to try this out...
Steve B.