Originally Posted by
gemini573
I would imagine (again, just speculating), that airlines that have a JV with AA such as AY, BA, IB, JL, and QF would have the same earning ratio. Airlines that don't such as CX, LA, QR, RJ, UL, etc earn less. Instead of earning 1.5 EQP in C, maybe you get 1.25 EQP and no elite bonus miles.
Again, I think that's the trend. Fly AA metal or JV partners and get awarded. Fly partners, get awarded but a little less.
Question for you. If you're flying QR, why don't you bank it with QR? I glanced at their FFP and looks really easy with only 600 tier points to get Emerald....especially if you're doing J/C class.
Honestly, I don't fly QR all that often . January - February just shook out that way.
Doing ARN - DOH - BKK
CMB - DOH - CPT
Reverse
All in I class. but this doens't happen every year. Plus, I fly AA to LHR then BA to MUC often.
I like the AA domestic upgrade policy!
Would hate to lose that by switching to QR FF program.