Who is allowed to purchase first/business-class airfare?
The standard rule is that all airfare purchases must be economy class, but there are a few exceptions — if you think you qualify for an exception, you must get advanced approval before purchasing first/business class airfare. The four exceptions that may make you eligible for approval are as follows: • Traveler has a health issue documented by a doctor • The only seat available on the flight is first class, and the traveler must be on that flight • The traveler has a fully executed contract with the university that requires first/business class • Another entity will reimburse the department for the airfare.
