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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 6:47 am
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Originally Posted by kpowed
Hey guys

I searched google and the forums, but couldn't find an answer. Why do mileage runners actually have to fly instead of having some option with the airline to purchase the ticket and just have them credit the miles? It would free up space on the airplane and save the mileage runner the hassle.
In my opinion, it would take all the fun out of it. To me the fun is the flying. I would hate to be Platinum on Amex or other - the flying - BIS - is what it is all about.
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