SYD-LAX Z inventory
Oct 11, 2009, 3:00 pm
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SYD-LAX Z inventory
I called the elite line today and they claimed that there was no Z inventory available for the months of December, January, or February... Does this sound right?
I was hoping to upgrade a ticket but it doesn't seem like its going to happen.
I was hoping to upgrade a ticket but it doesn't seem like its going to happen.
Oct 11, 2009, 3:09 pm
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I just scanned those months on ExpertFlyer and don't see a thing.
Makes me think they're going to hold back advance Z inventories more often going forward, particularly once it becomes possible to use the instrument on day of departure at the airport.
Makes me think they're going to hold back advance Z inventories more often going forward, particularly once it becomes possible to use the instrument on day of departure at the airport.
Oct 11, 2009, 3:16 pm
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Well I sure hope thats because something is messed up in the system. If they're not going to allow upgrades then thats bs. The day of departure upgrades don't even come on line until some time next year after the new medallion program starts.
Oct 11, 2009, 6:51 pm
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I wouldn't infer an upgrade won't happen. The OP is looking to confirm an upgrade in peak season for travel up to 4+ months away. That's plenty of time for an upgrade to clear. As for being willing to buy something higher than the cheapest fare coach for that chance, that's another story.
Oct 11, 2009, 7:00 pm
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I have a Y fare and they said they put me on a waitlist for an upgrade. Has anyone had any experience with this sort of waitlist. How often, or if at all, should I check in. My flight is scheduled for Dec 23rd now.
Oct 11, 2009, 8:46 pm
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I think they tend to open up some of the inventory 2-3 days before the flight leaves. At least this was my experience a few months ago to/from SYD.
This thread may also help:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta...d-syd-lax.html
This thread may also help:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta...d-syd-lax.html
Oct 11, 2009, 11:13 pm
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I think they tend to open up some of the inventory 2-3 days before the flight leaves. At least this was my experience a few months ago to/from SYD.
This thread may also help:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta...d-syd-lax.html
This thread may also help:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta...d-syd-lax.html