Virgin Domestic Flight

[Jacksond]

Can anyone explain why the first 10 or so rows in Y are shown as unavailable when I try to choose a seat. I have been seated up front upon request at check in, however. Possibly they are trying to fill the plane from the back like a bus or something. It's on a flight to Hobart and return. It is a free Amex flight, but I don't think that has anything to do with it.

 

[mannej]

Do you hold any status with VA?

 

[777]

The first 10 or so rows are reserved for Gold and Platinum Frequent Flyers until shortly before take off.

 

[Jacksond]

Thank you for the info. I half expected something like that. I usually flash my Red FF card. Flights to Hobart on a Saturday or Sunday In January are not usually full of higher status flyers, I guess.

 

[Mattg]

You should be able to choose a better seat at the front of the plane if they haven't already been taken by Gold & Platinum members when online check-in opens.

 

[wannabeinvestmentbanker]

Surely one wouldn't redeem one of these flights for a MEL-HBA flight which can be snapped up very cheaply on a revenue ticket I believe (could be LST i am thinking of)?