Originally Posted by
DCAproducer
I'm DC based as well. Do you normally fly out of DCA, BWI or IAD?
Out of BWI I found I hit most of my UG as SM, but at DCA they were tougher to get. As a GM my UG percentage at DCA is much better. Also, it's nice to clear a few days out.
GM also gives you the Sky Priority regardless of UG. I second SDC as well. Very helpful.
I'm actually in a similar situation, about to go from GM to PM. I definitely think GM is worth it. If you are concerned about repeating next year, consider the DL Platinum or DL Reserve Card. I have the reserve and I factor those 30k DL Reserve Bonus MQM's into my planning in terms of hitting status.
I'm considering getting the Platinum card -- I have the gold right now, but the platinum seems like a smart call.
I split my flights out between DCA and BWI -- I live in Chevy Chase so it's really a matter of which one is cheaper most of the time. I find that out of BWI my UGs happen a lot more; DCA I get them all the time for flights to MEM, but it's a lot more rare going to other places (I also fly a lot on weekends which may skew my data).
I think I'm going to go for the GM after what everyone has said -- I know I'm going to be flying a substantial amount next year and I might as well enjoy the benefits of GM rather than FO.
Thanks everyone!!