In January I will begin a new Job in Tokyo that will bring me home to New York 2 or 3 times per year. Additionally, I will take a few inter-Asia trips.

All told, possible 50,000 miles per year, all coach. It appears that both United and Northwest could handle all of my trips.

Questions:

1) Is it worth it for me to try and focus on one airline for their mid-level elite status? Are the benefits really worthwhile in the mid-level teirs?

2) Which airline, if any, would you choose in my position?

3) Any other musings/advice from USA to Asia road warriors will be appreciated!

Thanks!

auh2064