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Dec 5, 2008 | 1:26 pm

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Randy Petersen

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This is one of those times when maybe it is good that we can't sue our AA miles for trans-atlantic redemption on BA.

With BA talks in line with Qantas, this does not bode well for best (or highest) program rules win.

That or we better hope that OpenSkies works out real well so that we can fly BA-type airline to other parts of Europe than LHR from the states.

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Originally Posted by beaubo

I was psyched about taking advantage of the 50% BA award sale.

Then, I started getting tax quotes of between $700-$900 for flying in Business Class and it deflated my enthusiasm

I guess the surcharges for premium cabin travel via LHR is part of the culprit. But still.....sheeeesh!