I collect in numerous programs. I use the BA Visa for the 2 for 1 coupons. And for UGs on BA (don't think u can use AADVANTAGE miles to UG on BA metal).

But BAs fees are a rip off, especially for something that was marketed as free flights. Pissed off at fees when you are locked into a program that are just excessive and generally not commercially mandated. They basically have u by the shorts. Top it off w limited award redemption availability, and it's hard to be a happy camper. I spend a lot on this airline, and I do put most of the air travel miles towards AA...I'm already stuck w a substantially higher redemption schedule to use Avios. that's bad enough. But abusive fees are something to rant about.