Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Still going through ORD security when boarding has already started
Programs: AA EXP, UA Silver, HH Gold, Bonvoy Gold, IHG Plat, Hyatt Disco, Reno Air MEGA Platinum
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Perhaps to compensate for the weakening Rand?
But, at >10 Rand = $1 USD, it's still a great deal.