With all the negative changes and devaluations to loyalty programs and reward credit cards, it is refreshing to see a positive development for the American Express Platinum. The airline spend benefit enhancement give me reason to actually put spend on the card for something; I had little reason before.
It would be better if there is more to be announced than just 5 MR points on airline spend, as the card will stay at home for most everything else. I also hope this new benefit doesn't come with an increased annual fee.