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Old Jan 17, 2013 | 7:25 am
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Originally Posted by hazelrah
It's hit the wires:

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/delta-...140000338.html

"Medallion level earning to focus on providing high value customers an even more exclusive SkyMiles Medallion program experience"
Jeff Robertson is quoted: "Adding a revenue component to the SkyMiles Medallion program ensures that our most valued customers receive the best program benefits and a more exclusive experience."

Back when I first earned medallion status in the late '90s certain fare codes were not upgrade eligible (LUT IIRC). In other words, there was a revenue component - an incentive to spend more money if you wanted to 'receive the best program benefits.' Today, a GM or above on an award ticket can be upgraded...not so exclusive any more.
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