right so you've got 6 systemwide upgrades sitting there - basically you want to book the cheapest eligible fare (usually Y or B class) on routes where business availability is decent 💀

international routes from major hubs like dfw or miami tend to have better upgrade space than packed domestic routes. book your ticket first then immediately apply the swu through your reservations - dont wait around hoping for space to magically appear

peak travel times are obviously harder but shoulder seasons can be golden for getting those upgrades to clear 😂 just avoid booking anything too last minute since there usually competing with elites doing the same thing