Wife is 8 MQM short of Silver
Jun 13, 2018, 5:52 pm
#16
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: MSP
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Actually, I think that the front row of C+ on many international flights is an upgrade, especially on the A330s. As a leisure flyer I can usually book enough ahead of time and with enough date flexibility to get that row most of the time. That is definitely one of the factors I still value about Platinum, especially now that domestic medallion upgrades are few and far between for PMs.
Jun 13, 2018, 7:43 pm
#17
Join Date: Feb 2016
Programs: DL DM, SPG Plat 100/LT Gold, Marriott Plat, National Executive Elite
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Agreed - especially from a DM perspective - but it is marginally better than a standard Y seat.
I only care for C+ due to the increased recline (some exits don't even recline) and the distance between TV monitor and my face...sometimes the exit row monitors are a little too far for me.
Don't disagree. I don't particularly care for the immovable "armrests" (aka metal barriers) between the seats when traveling with a companion...but that's why there's a bunch of C+ seats to choose from, to optimize what would increase one's utility the most for that particular trip.
Actually, I think that the front row of C+ on many international flights is an upgrade, especially on the A330s. As a leisure flyer I can usually book enough ahead of time and with enough date flexibility to get that row most of the time. That is definitely one of the factors I still value about Platinum, especially now that domestic medallion upgrades are few and far between for PMs.
Jun 13, 2018, 8:25 pm
#18
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Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: San Antonio
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At least you qualified with 'AFAIK' which based on your posting history is not very much.
There are complimentary upgrades for all Medallion tiers from Main Cabin to Comfort + seats on transatlantic flights (but not to DL Premium Select or DL One). Silvers clear 24 hours prior to departure time based upon availability.
There are complimentary upgrades for all Medallion tiers from Main Cabin to Comfort + seats on transatlantic flights (but not to DL Premium Select or DL One). Silvers clear 24 hours prior to departure time based upon availability.
Jun 13, 2018, 8:56 pm
#19
Join Date: Feb 2016
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It's not lie-flat seat but compare a Y middle with a C+ aisle or exit row and - especially for the infrequent flyer - the extra legroom, recline, and meal choice will all make a difference.
Jun 13, 2018, 9:02 pm
#20
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It's a separate fare class, but it is not considered a separate "cabin". It's just a separate "experience" within Main Cabin.
From DL website --
"Delta Comfort+, Main Cabin, and Basic Economy are three experiences within our Main Cabin."
From DL website --
"Delta Comfort+, Main Cabin, and Basic Economy are three experiences within our Main Cabin."
Jun 13, 2018, 9:52 pm
#21
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OP, you say "we" are flying which I think means you and your wife are traveling together? Do you have any status for yourself? If so, your benefits will also apply to your wife when your are traveling in the same PNR.
Jun 13, 2018, 10:52 pm
#22
Join Date: Apr 2002
Location: Atlanta Metro
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Any benefits are negligible IMHO. It's really only the extra miles, and that's not so many for silver. Just relax--she'll pick up her Silver status before you return, and earn the extra miles on that leg.