Originally Posted by
Col Ronson
i was using an example. Even if its not a Z/P fare, using the 175% redemption, you'd still get less miles.
Obviously LAX-SYD is just one example.
NYC-LHR is another example of a route that is historically high in price and low in RDM. Under the new scheme, many will benefit (general members probably wont), but business travelers who spend a lot probably will. And NYC-LHR is one of the biggest business markets out there.
I understand that, but your point would be made even stronger by showing that today the miles are WAY less than they will be next year, even with the 75k cap.
The 175% RDM for COS is not a bonus - it's the
total you get. it's really a 75% bonus. You're overstating each of your calculations for what you get today by adding in an extra 100% to the base miles.