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Old Feb 14, 2008 | 10:04 pm
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Originally Posted by Eastbay1K
This also (possibly) was done in anticipation of Hawaii service - you can upgrade from the east coast to Hawaii for the same 15K miles as from SEA to GEG. But seeing as how an upgraded trip with a higher fare minimum costs 30K and a free trip in F is 40K (within the US and Canada except Hawaii), I can't see blowing 30K plus cash for an F seat.
Unless you really need the miles to maintain status for next year!

Wanted to add: I woudn't personally do this either, but would use an UG cert if avail. I am in the point where I can't burn any miles, since I fly just enough to make status. Besides I'm addicted to UG's... AS has me in a 'sweet spot'!
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