Hello, this is my first foray onto the AA board as a UA 1K almost 2MM. Sadly, I have become disillusioned with the series of latest changes at UA and feel that I must at last look at the 1W alternatives. I appreciate in advance all of your help and guidance and look forward to becoming a contributing member here as I have been on the UA forum.

To add to the info below, I have just received the Plat invitation (12k mile challenge and 20 free 500-mile certs).

(1) What is your home airport?
SMF

(2) How many miles do you usually fly each year & in what class?
150-175k about 75% in paid coach and 25% in paid business

(3) What types of fares do you usually buy ?
Most convenient domestically (usually mid range economy fare classes) and W or better for international so as to have a chance of using my UA UGs)

(4) Can you choose your airlines and/or, class of service?. Do you travel for work and/or pleasure?
I have absolute freedom of choice


(5) Which routes do you fly most often (US Domestic, Transpacific, Kangaroo, in Asia etc)
About 50% domestic/Caribbean and 50% international (mainly Australia/Europe)

(6) Do you have FFP status of any kind of OW or other airline at present?
No, but have been offered the immediate PLAT trial with 1-year status if I fly 12K

(7) What is most important to you in a FFP?
In order of priority: UG certificates, mileage redemption, Elite status at airport/on telephone, lounge access.

(8) Preferred Airlines
Currently UA but sadly that must change. (No 1W preference)

Thanks in advance


Lurker