Originally Posted by
planejmpr
When I signed up for the challenge, I asked the AA rep to match my current OW (AY) ruby status and give me immediate GLD, but she kindly refused and commented that they can only match corporate clients.
In your experience, would it be worth the trouble to be persistent about getting the initial GLD status match, or should I just wait for the inevitable PLT...
Welcome to FT! Rule 1 for AA: Call back and get a different AAgent until you achieve the desired result. Mention your booked itineraries, and your desire to be able to pick exit row seats, fly same day standby, etc. It'll happen.