Originally Posted by
nk15
I think AA will stick with the current scheme with some modifications, and this approach will probably even out eventually in terms of profit with what DL/UA are doing.
DL seems to follow a mixed approach with well-rewarded HVC up front, and making their coach section Greyhound, with very cheap fares and minimum to no miles.
DL is the only US airline that gives you a choice of peanuts, pretzels, or cookies in Y, not to mention that their planes are usually more clean than those AA/US and UA so if DL's Y is Greyhound, then AA/US and UA's Y would be classified as steerage extreme given their lack of amenities and services. I do agree that DL's ScrewMiles is an F-rating frequent flyer program, especially after the 2015 changes. I just put my DL flight miles into Aeromexico now.
Also, have you seen DL's lowest F fares? I just scored FLL - ATL - SFO for $298 on-way a few weeks ago. F had never been that cheap.