Originally Posted by 1KPath

Here is the response to a letter I sent yesterday concerning the change in segments required and the number and how CR1s are earned from UA1P1KGS...

[I]Hello Mr 1KPath,

We’re always glad to hear from 1K Three Million Miler members like you. Thanks for writing.

I'm sorry you're disappointed with how Regional Upgrades will be earned beginning in 2011. We’d like to reward members earlier in the same year that they have activity. Prior to making any changes to our program, we look at how it will impact all of our members.

Today, in order to earn two (2) Regional Upgrades, you first need to reach 100,000 elite status miles (EQM) and then fly 10,000 additional flight miles on United in a quarter. In 2011, you will automatically earn two (2) Regional Upgrades as soon as you reach 75,000 EQM or 90 EQS, and will earn two more at every 25,000 EQM or 30 EQS thereafter with unlimited earning potential. In addition, now all EQM/EQS you earn (not just flight miles on United), will count towards earning Regional Upgrades.