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Re:United Airlines piloting technology to manage the problem... by medell on Thursday July 13, 2017 @09:48AM (#14761150)
I wouldn't envy the marketing and pricing analysts in that situation trying to optimize. Imagine seeing an option at checkout to upgrade to a "no-bump" seat? Or the reverse, you can opt-in to a "bumpable" seat for a discount. Actually, the latter doesn't sound so bad for casual flights!
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Re:United Airlines piloting technology to manage the problem... by ISL on Thursday July 13, 2017 @10:48AM (#14761690)
Some airlines ask at check-in time whether you're willing to be bumped at ~$200 compensation.
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Re:United Airlines piloting technology to manage the problem... by davchana on Thursday July 13, 2017 @03:56PM (#14764631)
Yes, i will opt for latter too, on few casual flights :)
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