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Old Nov 2, 2009 | 12:56 pm
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Originally Posted by moa999
Should be no issues with the Australian routing, maybe the red flags have something to do with bad dates or misconnection timings
OK, I will check on that. I found this happens often when I played around with different itins.


Originally Posted by moa999
From a mileage-run perspective, you are also not taking advantage of the F upgrades in the US - you would have 6 US segments to maximise, but all depends on your objectives.
I am aiming to max miles (but have relaxed on MUST DO list requirement). Any eligible upgrades will be gravy.
As for the US, I’ve softened by the fact I could always fly domestically when opportunities arise. I will take a hard look at the strategy offered by gardyloo and DUF.
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