Originally Posted by
TReckoner
Seems there's a lot of mixed messages coming out of CS. I just got my Aviator Red and called into make sure I can use it since I got a fraud alert on a big purchase yesterday and there was some confusion around activating my new card. I talked to a couple reps today and they said no changes can be made to Aviators until July, neither world elite upgrades or silver upgrade or the like. But they did say I would get the option to upgrade to silver in July, when they plan put offers on accounts, but that I can't do it until then. I guess I'll hold them to that in July.
I just got this response from CS;
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Thank you for contacting us regarding your AAdvantage Aviator Red World MasterCard. We can certainly address your inquiry regarding the upgrade on your account.
We are pleased to know that you are interested with upgrading your account to the Aadvantage Aviator Silver World Elite MasterCard product. At this time, we do not have a specific date as to when the product will be available for your account. Rest assured, it will happen when the merger with American Airlines will be complete. Barclaycard and US Airways are committed to keeping our customers informed if there are any changes in the future. For the most updated information on our proposed merger please visit
www.usairways.com/arriving.
Nonetheless, we are now looking forward to our continuing partnership with the New American. While we do not have details of the new benefits that will added towards your account upon the merger, we would like to set your expectation that new benefits will be available once the frequent flyer programs merge this year. The benefits that have been established as of the moment are as follows:
- 10% of miles back when you redeem your miles for award travel
- 25% off in flight purchases on food, beverages and headsets. Savings will appear as statement credits.
- $100 flight discount (after $30,000 in spend)
- Additional redemption flexibility for one-way travel and first class upgrades
- Priority Group 1 Boarding on American Airlines operated flights
We hope you find this information helpful. If you have any other questions and concerns, please reply to this message.
Sincerely,
Customer Care