Update - Ok, so with everyone's guidance, I've managed to figure out some potential routes to keep an eye on - I started a new thread specifically for the latest master plan (ie. using my miles to fly J from HNL to PEN) over here is anyone is interested: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...ard-seats.html

I figured it might be best to start a new thread to keep things organized going forward?

Thanks again for all the advice, and if you have any more for me, keep it coming