2018 Upgrade Success (Or Lack Thereof)
Dec 20, 2018, 3:07 pm
#466
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Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Back in Reds Country (DAY/CVG). Previously: SEA & SAT.
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Posts: 10,361
2018 Upgrades at the end of the year. One trip left but in paid F so won't impact the stats 18 for 27 for Comp; 3 for 4 with RUCs. Was at least able to use remaining RUC for a trip in early January which I had to waitlist initially but it cleared at about T-60 days so I'm okay with that I suppose.
Starting year as DM:
SEA-ATL (Sun AM): No (Don’t recall position)
ATL-TPA (Sun PM): No (Don’t recall position)
SEA-LAX (Sat AM): Window Upgrade
LAX-MSY (Sat PM): At Gate 1/4
MSY-LAX (Mon PM): At Gate 2/3
LAX-SEA (Mon PM): At Gate after SDC
**Drop to PM on 1 Feb**
SEA-LAX (Mon AM): 3 days in advance
LAX-SEA (Thur AM): At Gate, 2/2
SEA-PDX (Mon AM): At Gate after SDC
PDX-SLC (Mon AM): 4/0 at gate
SLC-OKC (Mon AM): 3/0 at gate
OKC-SLC (Wed PM): 1/1, cleared at gate
SLC-SEA (Wed PM): 1/3, cleared at gate
BWI-ATL (Sun AM): Cleared at booking (inside window)
ATL-SEA (Sun AM): 6/0 at gate
SEA-LAX (Mon AM: 2/0 at gate (at least got “Poor Man’s FC”with row of 3 to myself in C+)
LAX-TUS (Mon PM): 1/0 at gate
TUS-LAX (Fri PM): Cleared at T-60 hrs
LAX-SEA (Fri PM): Window Upgrade
SEA-DTW (Fri AM): 5/0 at gate
DTW-SEA (Mon PM): 8/0 at gate
SEA-LAS (Mon PM): Window upgrade
LAS-SEA (Thur PM): Window upgrade
SEA-JFK (Fri PM): 2 RUCs cleared approx 30 Days in advance for my wife and me
JFK-SEA (Sun PM): 1 RUC cleared 2 Days in advance. 1 RUC failed to clear (1/0 at gate) (My wife and I were traveling on different PNRs - the one applied to her reservation cleared first - her reservation was booked a couple minutes before mine).
SEA-ANC (Fri PM): Window Upgrade
ANC-SEA (Sun PM): 2/0 at Gate
SEA-SLC (Fri PM): Upgraded at T-4 days
SLC-SAT (Fri PM): Window Upgrade
SAT-LAX (Sun PM): 1/1 at gate after SDC - companion did not clear (was 2/1). Declined upgrade and flew in C+ with companion. No one else was on UG list. Seat went to a non-rev
LAX-SEA (Sun PM): 2/0 at gate after SDC
SAT-LAX (Mon PM): Window UG
Starting year as DM:
SEA-ATL (Sun AM): No (Don’t recall position)
ATL-TPA (Sun PM): No (Don’t recall position)
SEA-LAX (Sat AM): Window Upgrade
LAX-MSY (Sat PM): At Gate 1/4
MSY-LAX (Mon PM): At Gate 2/3
LAX-SEA (Mon PM): At Gate after SDC
**Drop to PM on 1 Feb**
SEA-LAX (Mon AM): 3 days in advance
LAX-SEA (Thur AM): At Gate, 2/2
SEA-PDX (Mon AM): At Gate after SDC
PDX-SLC (Mon AM): 4/0 at gate
SLC-OKC (Mon AM): 3/0 at gate
OKC-SLC (Wed PM): 1/1, cleared at gate
SLC-SEA (Wed PM): 1/3, cleared at gate
BWI-ATL (Sun AM): Cleared at booking (inside window)
ATL-SEA (Sun AM): 6/0 at gate
SEA-LAX (Mon AM: 2/0 at gate (at least got “Poor Man’s FC”with row of 3 to myself in C+)
LAX-TUS (Mon PM): 1/0 at gate
TUS-LAX (Fri PM): Cleared at T-60 hrs
LAX-SEA (Fri PM): Window Upgrade
SEA-DTW (Fri AM): 5/0 at gate
DTW-SEA (Mon PM): 8/0 at gate
SEA-LAS (Mon PM): Window upgrade
LAS-SEA (Thur PM): Window upgrade
SEA-JFK (Fri PM): 2 RUCs cleared approx 30 Days in advance for my wife and me
JFK-SEA (Sun PM): 1 RUC cleared 2 Days in advance. 1 RUC failed to clear (1/0 at gate) (My wife and I were traveling on different PNRs - the one applied to her reservation cleared first - her reservation was booked a couple minutes before mine).
SEA-ANC (Fri PM): Window Upgrade
ANC-SEA (Sun PM): 2/0 at Gate
SEA-SLC (Fri PM): Upgraded at T-4 days
SLC-SAT (Fri PM): Window Upgrade
SAT-LAX (Sun PM): 1/1 at gate after SDC - companion did not clear (was 2/1). Declined upgrade and flew in C+ with companion. No one else was on UG list. Seat went to a non-rev
LAX-SEA (Sun PM): 2/0 at gate after SDC
SAT-LAX (Mon PM): Window UG
Dec 20, 2018, 3:32 pm
#467
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: MKE
Programs: DL 2 MM
Posts: 905
My end of year numbers as a DM:
146 total segments
31 times in F/D1 due to award/GUC/RUC/FCM
Which leaves 115 segments for 'natural' upgrades. Of those 115:
103 flights upgraded (mostly at window) or 89+%
12 flights didn't make the upgrade or 10+%
Definitely cannot complain
146 total segments
31 times in F/D1 due to award/GUC/RUC/FCM
Which leaves 115 segments for 'natural' upgrades. Of those 115:
103 flights upgraded (mostly at window) or 89+%
12 flights didn't make the upgrade or 10+%
Definitely cannot complain
Dec 20, 2018, 8:49 pm
#468
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 2,281
12/21 ORD-MSP upgraded to F at the window as a Silver.
Dec 20, 2018, 9:42 pm
#469
Moderator: Hyatt; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: WAS
Programs: :rolleyes:, DL DM, Mlife Plat, Caesars Diam, Marriott Tit, UA Gold, Hyatt Glob, invol FT beta tester
Posts: 18,947
GHOSTBUSTERS!!!
Sorry
i think people in the $250k thread were just calling in to the DM line, but discussion in the recent pages suggests that DL has dialed back a lot on how generous they're being with the waiver waiver (not a typo)
Delta increasing Diamond MQD Waiver to $250,000
Sorry
i think people in the $250k thread were just calling in to the DM line, but discussion in the recent pages suggests that DL has dialed back a lot on how generous they're being with the waiver waiver (not a typo)Delta increasing Diamond MQD Waiver to $250,000
Dec 21, 2018, 1:47 am
#470
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: NYC/ EWR/ PHL
Programs: UA Platinum, Hilton Gold, Hyatt Discoverist, Marriott Gold, IHG Platinum
Posts: 2,212
My end of year numbers as a DM:
146 total segments
31 times in F/D1 due to award/GUC/RUC/FCM
Which leaves 115 segments for 'natural' upgrades. Of those 115:
103 flights upgraded (mostly at window) or 89+%
12 flights didn't make the upgrade or 10+%
Definitely cannot complain
146 total segments
31 times in F/D1 due to award/GUC/RUC/FCM
Which leaves 115 segments for 'natural' upgrades. Of those 115:
103 flights upgraded (mostly at window) or 89+%
12 flights didn't make the upgrade or 10+%
Definitely cannot complain
Dec 21, 2018, 10:29 pm
#472
Join Date: May 2016
Location: ATL
Programs: DL GM, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 1,242
This was my first year with status on DL, and just an FO at that. Based out of SFO and OAK, I've been pleasantly surprised by the number of upgrades I've gotten as an FO within the T-24 window (though the removal of the OAK-LAX has reduced some of my options now). Out of 21 segments this year (19 booked in Y), I got upgrades on 15, which I find a very high percentage! Flights as follows:
11 booked in Y, C+ upgrade (10 mainline US, 1 regional to Canada) (7 Aisle/Windows, though it helps that DL flies a lot of B717s on the west coast)
4 booked in Y, F upgrade (2 mainline US, 1 regional US, 1 regional to Canada)
4 booked in Y, no upgrade (2 mainline US, 2 TPAC)
2 booked in C+, no upgrade (mainline US)
Hoping that I can get as much success in 2019!
11 booked in Y, C+ upgrade (10 mainline US, 1 regional to Canada) (7 Aisle/Windows, though it helps that DL flies a lot of B717s on the west coast)
4 booked in Y, F upgrade (2 mainline US, 1 regional US, 1 regional to Canada)
4 booked in Y, no upgrade (2 mainline US, 2 TPAC)
2 booked in C+, no upgrade (mainline US)
Hoping that I can get as much success in 2019!
Dec 25, 2018, 9:01 am
#473
Join Date: May 2015
Location: DCA
Programs: AA EXP, DL FO, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 6,712
Currently sitting 9/17 for CVG-ATL at 5PM today. 🤦🏼
Dec 26, 2018, 6:24 am
#474
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: ATL
Programs: Delta Gold Medallion, Avis Preferred, Hilton Gold
Posts: 22
End of the year review.
9/20 ATL>LAX C+ @ Gate
9/23 LAX>ATL No Upgrade (1hr delay departure due to lack of baggage handlers)
9/28 ATL>LAX C+ @ Gate
10/1 LAX>ATL No Upgrade
10/19 ATL>PHX Not Upgrade Eligible
10/22 PHX>ATL Not Upgrade Eligible
10/28 ATL>LAS Not Upgrade Eligible
11/2 LAS>ATL Not Upgrade Eligible
12/29 ATL>LGA Early AM Flight, flight was only half full on 12/21 with no F's booked, confirmed 2a 72 hr prior.
1/1 LGA>ATL TBD
I just started a new job where I am flying a lot, so I got a Skymiles acct and a month later Delta emailed me. It looks like you only get it if its offered to you by Delta, not sure how they decide.
9/20 ATL>LAX C+ @ Gate
9/23 LAX>ATL No Upgrade (1hr delay departure due to lack of baggage handlers)
9/28 ATL>LAX C+ @ Gate
10/1 LAX>ATL No Upgrade
10/19 ATL>PHX Not Upgrade Eligible
10/22 PHX>ATL Not Upgrade Eligible
10/28 ATL>LAS Not Upgrade Eligible
11/2 LAS>ATL Not Upgrade Eligible
12/29 ATL>LGA Early AM Flight, flight was only half full on 12/21 with no F's booked, confirmed 2a 72 hr prior.
1/1 LGA>ATL TBD
Eligibility: Only members who receive this communication directly from Delta Air Lines are eligible to participate in this offer. This offer is non-transferable. To be eligible for the status upgrade, a Member must (i) register online, (ii) book and complete travel on required number of qualifying flight(s) after registration and within three months of registration, and (iii) not have received a status match or complimentary Medallion® status in the past, and not currently be a Diamond, Platinum, or Gold Medallion Member.
Last edited by rwarren5; Dec 26, 2018 at 6:26 am Reason: clarification on 12/29
Dec 26, 2018, 6:44 am
#475
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Nashville, TN
Programs: 2018: Delta Diamond Medallion, Hilton Honors Diamond
Posts: 104
My year will end with a final segment today DTW-BNA. My stats as a diamond (full year) out of BNA with the DL reserve (starting in Nov) are:
- 136 total segments
- 26 segments either paid F upgrade, no first available (equipment), or traveling with another on same ticket.
- In the remaining 110 ‘solo’ segments I was upgraded 89 times for a rate of 81%.
Lots of travel to Florida (PBI, FLL, TPA, RSW, GNV), the west coast (SJC, LAS, LAX, SEA), and HOU/IAH, and a lot of stopovers in ATL (I’d guess 35-40% of segments were between BNA-ATL).
Pretty good I think.
- 136 total segments
- 26 segments either paid F upgrade, no first available (equipment), or traveling with another on same ticket.
- In the remaining 110 ‘solo’ segments I was upgraded 89 times for a rate of 81%.
Lots of travel to Florida (PBI, FLL, TPA, RSW, GNV), the west coast (SJC, LAS, LAX, SEA), and HOU/IAH, and a lot of stopovers in ATL (I’d guess 35-40% of segments were between BNA-ATL).
Pretty good I think.
Last edited by dafunk10; Dec 26, 2018 at 6:50 am
Dec 28, 2018, 1:22 pm
#476
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Programs: Delta DM
Posts: 425
Complimentary Upgrades to Delta One
Hey all. Just curious how everyone has fared when it comes to getting a complimentary upgrade to D1 on domestic routes? I realize YMMV due to specific routes, time of year, day of travel, etc. But I'm just curious what kind of luck you guys have had since DL made the change. I'm looking to do some MR's on Saturdays next year and LAX-JFK-LAX is one of a couple routes that have caught my eye and it's always nicer to ride up front if you can.
OPS
OPS
Last edited by mattya9; Dec 28, 2018 at 2:00 pm
Dec 28, 2018, 2:16 pm
#477
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Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: San Antonio
Programs: DL DM, Former AA EXP now AY Plat, AC 75K, NW Plat, Former CO Gold, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 27,052
Hey all. Just curious how everyone has fared when it comes to getting a complimentary upgrade to D1 on domestic routes? I realize YMMV due to specific routes, time of year, day of travel, etc. But I'm just curious what kind of luck you guys have had since DL made the change. I'm looking to do some MR's on Saturdays next year and LAX-JFK-LAX is one of a couple routes that have caught my eye and it's always nicer to ride up front if you can.
OPS
OPS
Dec 28, 2018, 2:36 pm
#478
Join Date: Aug 2007
Programs: Delta PM, SPG, Hertz Presidents Circle, IHG Ambassador, CLEAR/Global Entry
Posts: 239
Zero D1 upgrades for me from LAX on 10+ Transcon D1 equiped flights
Dec 28, 2018, 2:41 pm
#479
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Programs: Delta DM
Posts: 425
Dec 28, 2018, 2:46 pm
#480
Join Date: Aug 2007
Programs: Delta PM, SPG, Hertz Presidents Circle, IHG Ambassador, CLEAR/Global Entry
Posts: 239