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Old Jul 28, 2016 | 5:26 pm
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Originally Posted by theroyalwe
If it is revenue based, will it help that 90% of my flights will be booked only a few days out? I imagine they will cost more, which would then earn status faster? I'm going to be able to select my own flights, and while they prefer layovers if it makes a major difference in cost I will be able to choose at the time. It does sound like AA is my best bet from PHL so I'll plan on using them as a standard.

@JMGPhila; thanks for the info on the GE stuff. I'm expecting an update on my interview within the next few days. Once I switch positions I'll have a few days off and see if I can just go and do a walk in.
The UA, AA, and DL FF programs are similar. Status is distance (or segment) based, with extra credit for premium cabins, FULL Y fares, etc. You earn redeemable miles as a multiple of spend and also need spend on airfares or on an affiliated credit card for status. Your last minute tickets will help.
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