Originally Posted by
kpowed
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.
Mileage runners actually fly to retain status or gain a higher level status.
Benefits of MR ... are:
a. Gain EQMs
b. Gain RDMs
at reasonable costs.
Some airlines like DL sell either EQMs (but no RDMs) or sell RMDs (with no EQMs).
it is also a 'fun' way to get to know others and enjoy some new places and experiences.