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Old Apr 14, 2011 | 3:29 pm
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Originally Posted by uastarflyer
In other words you think this was a net cash-poor decision for UA.

I don't think you give their Finance dept enough credit.
did not say that but for most elites it is probably true. Not true for GMs
So it is possible for there to be both a net positive for the finance folks and a net positive for (most) elites (and maybe someone was thinking about being positive toward the elites -- but that might be going to far)

Originally Posted by uastarflyer
Lots of things are a plus for CO flyers as they experience the higher standards and capabilities of United Mileage Plus.

It's UA flyers (esp elites) that are getting slapped in the process as other elements of MP are being lowered to CO levels.
It is interesting to note that the tone in the CO forum is different
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