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Well that started good (with the AQM changes), but wow...
1. Do you really think it's a good idea to make these changes halfway through the year? I'm sure a lot of people would have credited miles differently if they knew this was coming. For example, UA, when introducing Premier Qualifying Dollars, announced them in 2013, and they are only required when collecting status in 2014 for the 2015 status year.
2. By eliminating nominees, you're only affecting the most lucrative customers. If I only buy Flex, and always upgrade myself, I don't nominate anyone. But if I always buy J, I never upgrade myself, and I can only nominate others.
3. I will need to think about this before making a final decision, but I had already been on the fence about switching to United. This is likely going to push me over.