Originally Posted by bizorbetter

I think OP is saying s/he is loyal to AC and yet AC wants a huge increase in fare just for the "chance" of an upgrade....which most are saying they are not getting at the 50k level

If you are having success good for you but is it at the gate or before hand?..... most are seeing less and less upgrades at the window IMO, and to pay that kind of fare difference when s/he can be guaranteed an e+ on UA (no gate disappointment) .....thanks for being loyal......