Originally Posted by
Simonole1203
If sitting LC reserve in the airport, I’ve heard two separate takes on using the SkyClub or Centurion Lounge. One Captain said it was acceptable to book a non-rev flight, use one of the lounges (assuming you have the credit card to do so) and then cancel the non-rev ticket. Another said Delta considers that stealing and not to do it. Thoughts?
Using the club after the flight in and before the flight home is fair game.
Creating a ghost listing for club access is coloring outside of the lines. The exact scenario you described was previously highlighted in NYC as not acceptable. Your safest approach would be using a Priority Pass lounge, not a Sky Club. While you're at it, you can save on crashpad costs by booking round trip transcons from/to work on flights with open Delta One seats. If you are qualified on an airplane with a crew bunk, you can JS and occupy the bunk during cruise. Stay tuned for more ideas on turning pennies into copper wire.