Originally Posted by
Sam Bee
I guess SQ/TG/TK most closely match my needs but SQ are hardly generous. TK give 200% on the R class award - but I need 25k & 40k (??) for Gold? So I guess A3 @ 160% is best - but I don't get anything on my standard SQ Q/V or TG W class cheapies (but would I anywhere?).
You won't get credit for SQ Q/V or TG W/V in any program. In the case of TG, a Q fare is usually only ~5% more, usually a good value for miles.
A3 does appear to be your best option from the info you've provided.