Hi all -
Trying to decide whether to buy a RT LAX-SYD ticket for July 2-July 10 or to risk nonreving during the holiday week. I think more people will plan ahead for Australia, but you never know.

Right now, plenty of seats in business, plenty in premium economy and plenty in economy. If I buy a ticket, I won't have to worry about getting on (we are meeting family, so this would be nice), but I would have to cram into economy for sure. If I use my benefits, I could possibly get lie-flat business or possibly miss the flight altogether. Any opinions about trying standby or buying a coach seat up front? Also, how many of the business seats typically get awarded in the last few days before the flight/day of to upgrades? Would I have much shot at all of getting on first? If not, I'd rather just buy a confirmed seat - but that seat is tiny and uncomfortable for such a long flight!

Thanks for advice -
Jen