[MarkivJ]

Hi folks,

I got a nice US$500 RT SEA – LHR on Delta Economy Basic (operated by VS). This is my first time flying on these HBO/Basic fares. As mentioned on the website, I wasn’t able to select a seat or do a paid upgrade (not that I’m planning to). The site also says no priority boarding even for the Medallion members.

I’m Delta Gold Medallion.

I have a few questions which I’ve not been able to find answers on both websites. Or perhaps, needed some clarifications from you:
1. In “reality”, are they really picky during boarding time or can I join in the queue when they call for Gold Medallion/ElitePlus?
2. Can I use Delta lounges (my Gold status should permit me, but not sure if the Economy Basic/Light will restrict me)
3. Security Fast track?
4. Lounge to use in LHR T3. Per the Delta site, it says T3 No 1 Lounge (so I presume Virgin Clubhouse is out)
https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-sky-club/locations

[MarkivJ]

I’m answering my #4. Per Delta’s website, Gold Medallion can only use VS’s Clubhouse in the USA (JFK, EWR, LAX, SFO). We’re advised to use T3 No1 Lounge in LHR.

[travelsforfun]

Actually, it seems that Delta’s not taken away all your perks on a Basic Economy fare.

This web page seems to be a fairly good overview:
https://pro.delta.com/content/agency/erp/en/products-and-services/other-programs-services/basic-economy.html

According to this, you do get priority boarding.

There is no mention of fast track or lounge access, so safe to assume that your usual benefits apply.

Added: I realise your flight is VS-operated – that may result in a difference in answer on the boarding, but for lounge access and fast track, I’d assume the same arrangements apply for you as on any VS flight in economy.

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