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EXLEFTSEAT
Correct. It is not a challenge, it's a match. The match requires a certain amount of miles to be flown within a given timeframe to maintain the status which was offered by UA. Once that threshold has been crossed, status will not expire until the end of the program year.
Correct, here is the fine print:
*Rules and Restrictions may apply. You will receive elite matched status in Mileage Plus for a 90 day period, or thru December 31, 2009 whichever is sooner. During this 90 day period, you must complete a specific amount of paid qualifying miles on United, United Express or Ted flights to retain the elevated status. The specific amounts of paid qualifying miles or segments are as follows: Premier/2P = 7,500 Flight Miles OR 10 Flight Segments Premier Executive/1P = 15,000 Flight Miles OR 18 Flight Segments