Originally Posted by
MAH4546
If AA wants to innovate, then it should create a hybrid system.
For non-elites, you get miles based on a multiplier of price.
For elites, create a different system. Maybe base miles based on distance plus bonus miles are now based on a multiplier of price.
What about shifting the elite bonus from earning to redemption?
Award miles based on distance, revenue, whatever -- the same rate for everyone. Instead, give elites hefty discounts on mileage redemption -- particularly in premium cabins -- and mileage upgrades. Or create elite-only redemption products -- hotels have done that for years.