I'm looking to go to Manila in mid August.
NWA would be the easiest to ride on (US Carrier, least connections).

I plan to pick up ZEDs as a backup plan (especially for coming back), but my questions are:

What is NW's policy for int'l JS? I'm with Piedmont, our agreement w/NW is part of USAir's agreement. Do you take int'l JS, is it limited to # of FD JS or is it unlimited?

What are the loads like for DTW, LAX, NRT, and NGO to MNL like? is one easier than others to more often plan on a seat being open?
(I'd much prefer taking DTW or LAX as i'm in NYC rather than having to get to japan, but I'll do whatever works)

Considering NRT is a NW hub, are the agents there pretty good about knowing JS requirements if I go through there?


Any and all feedback would be appreciated, including any alternative travel suggestions. Thanks Guys!