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Originally Posted by
MLCJ
While I understand Delta's move, I agree with the OP's question, which I have yet to receive a good explanation of, is why if spend is so important, why cap miles at 75,000? I just flew an $11,000 BE flight last minute to Prague, and while I will receive more miles next year for the trip, why shouldn't it be 100,000+?
My guess: The BE fares in excess of about $6000 tend to be purchased because of inventory availability when the Z and I fares are gone on the flight and the person must take that particular flight. alternatively, advance purchase requirements cannot be met. So these passengers are captive anyway. They must purchase the higher C or J fares rather than a cheaper BE ticket where the 75,000 cap would not bite.
Last edited by MSPeconomist; Sep 22, 2014 at 8:13 am