Originally Posted by
DownUnderFlyer
I don't think there will be a mass exodus to BAEC because of this change. BAEC is not a great program unless you really fly BA a lot so I don't think the people who have chosen BD DC for some of its features won't feel that BAEC is giving them more of what they liked about DC.
For regular UK based flyers BA would be the sensible choice to put their business. The option of upgrading with miles is a bargain, one way redemptions as well as the AMEX 2-1 offer. Not forgetting the miles earning potential of shopping at Tesco.
I'm no M&M expert but I would have thought that the BAEC is a far better option for them.
I suspect the many DC members based outside of the UK and Europe who never even flew with BD will disappear altogether after their status match with M&M expires.....they are of no real concern to anyone.