Originally Posted by
cynicAAl
following that logic, AA should have "saved" my earned EXP status, even though I got a new job with much less travel, and am currently a Gold. Someday I might want the benefits of EXP again, so why wouldn't AA bend their elite-qualifying rules so they benefit me ?
in your case, there is no definite future benefit to the airline. in OP's case, there is a definite benefit one year later. either way, i doubt the airline would grant the request.