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I am hearing two stories. First UA said it's a computer selection. Now there is report that the guy has the cheapest fare. Which is it?
You should read the contract for the airline you are asking the question about. Lowest fare is part of the selection process the computer should be doing
I've read it's usually some combination of lowest fare, latest check in time, not having a connecting flight booked, lack of frequent flyer status, and something else that makes you more likely to get booted.
The airlines will move heaven and earth to not bump an unaccompanied minor on a flight late in the day because of the problems associated with what they can do with a 13 year old kid for an overnight. If they know you're handicapped, you're also put way down the IDB probability list.
Other things that also make IDB less likely:
1. You're part of a large group on the same Passenger Name Record
2. Elite status
3. Your connection is hard to rebook (think twice a week flight offered to Dakar or something) or international
4. You paid more for your ticket than others
The "handicapped " do get involuntarily bumped. American Airlines did it to a well known advocate for those with disabilities a couple of weeks ago. We, who have disabilities are eagerly waiting to hear what AA is going to do about it.
The "handicapped " do get involuntarily bumped. American Airlines did it to a well known advocate for those with disabilities a couple of weeks ago. We, who have disabilities are eagerly waiting to hear what AA is going to do about it.
Are you talking about the guy whose wheel chair wouldn't fit on the plane or something else?
How much will it COST the airline if the passenger does not fly.
Seat price, flight miles, groups, charters, crew status, medical, routing, connections are all considered.
That said it Almost always seems to start with economy class and Those with unassigned seating.
Also those who have disqualified themselves being obviously intoxicated or high.
They will offer
Next Flight (big deal)
Next Flight & Lodging Food Allowance big deal and there may not be a hotel available or one that you would want to stay at.
Next Flight & Free Flight Voucher and or cash
Next Flight & Lodging Food Allowance, plus Free Flight Voucher and or cash
Never ever argue on the plane. Never argue with a crew member.
Never argue at the gate. It's not a debate. They have the right to void your passage.
Ask for their help in reaching your destination without drama.
I have had major carrier bump me then put me back on the same flight in a first class seat because an entitled elite showed up late after last boarding call.
How much will it COST the airline if the passenger does not fly.
Seat price, flight miles, groups, charters, crew status, medical, routing, connections are all considered.
That said it Almost always seems to start with economy class and Those with unassigned seating.
Also those who have disqualified themselves being obviously intoxicated or high.
They will offer
Next Flight (big deal)
Next Flight & Lodging Food Allowance big deal and there may not be a hotel available or one that you would want to stay at.
Next Flight & Free Flight Voucher and or cash
Next Flight & Lodging Food Allowance, plus Free Flight Voucher and or cash
Never ever argue on the plane. Never argue with a crew member.
Never argue at the gate. It's not a debate. They have the right to void your passage.
Ask for their help in reaching your destination without drama.
I have had major carrier bump me then put me back on the same flight in a first class seat because an entitled elite showed up late after last boarding call.
This is why I very rarely fly, we keep voting this stuff in. Why should they have the right to bump someone they sold a ticket too. Laws can be created that invalidate their "contracts".
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