Originally Posted by
chriszettle
Hi There!
Need some help from the flyertalk community. I recently moved from Dallas, TX (AA Hub) to Denver, CO (UA Hub). I am Exec PLT on AA, but getting tired of having to connect either through DFW, LAX, or ORD to get anywhere. I prefer to take a direct flight if possible - and it looks like UA is my only shot out of DEN in terms of a major carrier. UA is willing to match my Status to UA Premier Platinum from AA Exec PLT if I am willing to make the move (due to my company's corporate account) - without completing a challenge. The status will be good for 2013.
Here's what's important to me: 1.] UPGRADES
I have a pretty good ratio with AA .. above 85%. 2.] Airline Club - how does it compare to Admirals?
Just wanted to generate some discussion on reasons why making the move is positive based on other's experience switching over to UA from another carrier where they held elite status.
As far as upgrades go, it's kind of hit and miss and depends completely on your routes, fare class, and times of travel.
As far as my experience goes, I was north of 95% as a Platinum/Diamond medallion on DL. Since switching to UA (also DEN based, as a 1K I'm now around 50%, and that includes the help of some RPUs along the way. E+ is a nice alternative, however.