Dec 9, 2019, 2:03 pm
Last edit by: Adam Smith
This thread is about AC giving a free bump up in status when one is very, very, very close to the next status level at year end.
THIS IS NOT A THREAD ABOUT STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS
FOR STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS, REFER TO THIS THREAD
THIS IS NOT A THREAD ABOUT STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS
FOR STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS, REFER TO THIS THREAD
FAQ: I am X miles/segments/dollars short of status. Will AC give it anyway?
Dec 19, 2016, 10:01 pm
#316
Join Date: Aug 2012
Programs: AC E35K, NEXUS
Posts: 4,368
In the past, there was an undocumented practice of a bump for a small shortage in some cases, hence the thread. The rule of thumb was always that it was never guaranteed.
This year, there is the new wrinkle of buy-your-way-up. My uninformed interpretation of that new wrinkle is that if AC is offering to sell the bump for $X, it seems far less likely than in the past that they would be planning to give the bump for free.
This year, there is the new wrinkle of buy-your-way-up. My uninformed interpretation of that new wrinkle is that if AC is offering to sell the bump for $X, it seems far less likely than in the past that they would be planning to give the bump for free.
Jan 8, 2017, 9:49 am
#317
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Programs: AC*E; pick a number between 25 and 50K
Posts: 252
Another data point (two, in fact) for consideration
My 2016 numbers: 72,411 AQM + $16,133 AQD = E50K
Mrs Murm's 2016: 49,520 AQM + $8768 AQD = E50K
Interesting to note that the Mrs. receiving numerous emails inviting her to buy up to E50K . . . glad we didn't take the bait.
Mrs Murm's 2016: 49,520 AQM + $8768 AQD = E50K
Interesting to note that the Mrs. receiving numerous emails inviting her to buy up to E50K . . . glad we didn't take the bait.
Jan 8, 2017, 12:42 pm
#318
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Canada
Programs: Aeroplan E50/MM, HH gold, Nat Exec Elite, Kimpton Karma
Posts: 2,354
Jan 8, 2017, 1:00 pm
#319
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Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: SFO
Programs: AC SE MM, BA Gold, SQ Silver, Bonvoy Tit LTG, Hyatt Glob, HH Diamond
Posts: 44,331
It seems like the Mrs got bumped up to E50K, having exceeded the AQD, but being short by 480 AQM.
Whereas murmurdoc was short 2589 AQM, but again exceeded the AQD, and was not bumped up.
I can't say I'm really surprised.
In the past, it was "if you're short by a small threshold, you get bumped up". I expect the only difference now is that being short would apply to AQM/AQS, but you still need to have hit the AQD.
Whereas murmurdoc was short 2589 AQM, but again exceeded the AQD, and was not bumped up.
I can't say I'm really surprised.
In the past, it was "if you're short by a small threshold, you get bumped up". I expect the only difference now is that being short would apply to AQM/AQS, but you still need to have hit the AQD.
Jan 8, 2017, 2:02 pm
#321
Join Date: May 2005
Location: YOW
Programs: AC-SE100K MM, BA-S HH-D, MB-G LT Sil, IHG-Plt, Nexus, Global Entry
Posts: 3,803
As per my signature, I made the AQM line, but am short on AQD sitting at $1890. I have recently written in asking for recalculation of AQD on two different itins.
I haven't been bumped up, haven't been asked to select benefits for any level at all for 2017, and neither have I been asked to buy up. Not feeling any love.
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I haven't been bumped up, haven't been asked to select benefits for any level at all for 2017, and neither have I been asked to buy up. Not feeling any love.
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Jan 25, 2017, 5:24 am
#323
Join Date: Jan 2017
Programs: air canada
Posts: 1
Short 1 segment. Need advice.
In December due to bad weather I had to reroute my flight to RSW and lost a segment This lost leg prevented me from achieving 75k status for third consecutive year. Got notification of achieving 50k. Any suggestions on trying to get AC to reconsider? Or just bad luck and suck it up. Thanks.
Aug 19, 2017, 10:17 pm
#324
Join Date: Jul 2017
Posts: 9
I'm short 10 AQM for 50k status.
Would calling AC help?
I've been shorted AQM on several flights, even after allowing myself 500 miles over 50k.
Ex. 3546 from YYZ to LHR, instead of 3564, or 6600 from YYZ to ICN instead of 6643, etc. (using the timetable as reference: https://services.aircanada.com/portal/rest/timetable/pdf/ac-timetable-en.pdf). This also affects the booking class bonus.
Rather not make another flight for a meager 10 AQM.
Would calling AC help?
I've been shorted AQM on several flights, even after allowing myself 500 miles over 50k.
Ex. 3546 from YYZ to LHR, instead of 3564, or 6600 from YYZ to ICN instead of 6643, etc. (using the timetable as reference: https://services.aircanada.com/portal/rest/timetable/pdf/ac-timetable-en.pdf). This also affects the booking class bonus.
Rather not make another flight for a meager 10 AQM.
Aug 20, 2017, 6:16 am
#325
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Toronto
Programs: AC MM, SE100K
Posts: 233
I'm short 10 AQM for 50k status.
Would calling AC help?
I've been shorted AQM on several flights, even after allowing myself 500 miles over 50k.
Ex. 3546 from YYZ to LHR, instead of 3564, or 6600 from YYZ to ICN instead of 6643, etc. (using the timetable as reference: https://services.aircanada.com/porta...metable-en.pdf). This also affects the booking class bonus.
Rather not make another flight for a meager 10 AQM.
Would calling AC help?
I've been shorted AQM on several flights, even after allowing myself 500 miles over 50k.
Ex. 3546 from YYZ to LHR, instead of 3564, or 6600 from YYZ to ICN instead of 6643, etc. (using the timetable as reference: https://services.aircanada.com/porta...metable-en.pdf). This also affects the booking class bonus.
Rather not make another flight for a meager 10 AQM.
Aug 20, 2017, 6:21 am
#326
Join Date: Jul 2017
Posts: 9
Other than that I'm hoping they just bump me up to 50k instead of making me find a 10 AQM flight.
Aug 20, 2017, 6:23 am
#327
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: YEG
Programs: AC Lifetime SE100K, 3MM, SPG Lifetime Plat, Hertz PC, National Executive Elite
Posts: 2,901
I would be surprised if you were awarded early recognition without meeting the criteria. And, what difference does it make if you won't fly again this year?
If you have the AQD, I would be equally surprised if you don't get your status next year.
If you have the AQD, I would be equally surprised if you don't get your status next year.
Aug 20, 2017, 9:58 am
#328
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Join Date: Sep 2014
Programs: AC SE100K-1MM, NH, DL, AA, BA, Global Entry/Nexus, APEC..
Posts: 18,877
Just a reminder.....
@Adam Smith created an awesome chart with city-pair mileage amounts based on all of our contributions, drivelled form the miles that were actually awarded by Aeroplan.
I've searching for the thread, but if Adam or someone else finds it first, please post the link
EDIT: Found it. See the Google Doc mileage chart and see tab "Mileage Table"
New & improved Calculator for AQM, Aeroplan miles & AQD ...
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-...miles-aqd.html
@Adam Smith created an awesome chart with city-pair mileage amounts based on all of our contributions, drivelled form the miles that were actually awarded by Aeroplan.
I've searching for the thread, but if Adam or someone else finds it first, please post the link
EDIT: Found it. See the Google Doc mileage chart and see tab "Mileage Table"
New & improved Calculator for AQM, Aeroplan miles & AQD ...
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-...miles-aqd.html
Aug 21, 2017, 8:35 am
#329
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Toronto
Programs: UA 1K, AC MM E75, Marriott LT Ti, IHG Dia Amb, Hyatt Glob
Posts: 15,521
I think you will get it, but I don't work for AC and if you don't get it, I can't be held responsible.
Let us know what happens.
Aug 21, 2017, 8:57 am
#330
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: Halifax
Programs: AC SE100K, Marriott Lifetime Platinum Elite. NEXUS
Posts: 4,569
As others have said, "maybe". But 50K bumps you up to *G and MLL access everywhere, and the 25% more bonus miles. You don't say where you are based, but it might well be worth a mileage run sometime in the next 4 months, on a super sale, to get that level next year.
Or not, its your cash and your benefits next year.