Access to first wing if flight is credited to another airline

[PSowden]

A question that perhaps others might have as they consider their options is can I still use the first class wing, I’m a Gold card holder, even if I credit the flight to another OW airline? As I’m gold I’d assume so but looking for clarification whilst I work to build up status with another airline, most likely Qatar

[Benji H]

I’m flying to Nice on Tuesday and going to try. I will let you know. Hopefully so as still want to use my gold privileges while building status with QR

[Blair Waldorf Salad]

Chances should be quite high considering there’s only one point of friction – the F Wing BP scanners, which are manned. Once past them, no further entry gate to the lounge itself. I can see it proving more challenging at outstations where the lounge will be separate to the check in area.

Do update us on how you get on on Tuesday. I will be fully crediting elsewhere so useful to know. Of course, Grinch Doyle might well just tweak the T&Cs to clarify benefits only apply when credited to BAEC.