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Old Nov 14, 2016 | 2:07 pm
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Originally Posted by Nik_Jr
Currently MileagePlus Platinum (=Gold for StarAlliance) but while flying Swiss status is during online check-in never recognised, and with Lufthansa seldom.

Still granted lounge access after showing status in app, while often no priority boarding or preferred seat selection.

Call center of both carriers proven to be far from helpful. Anyone else experiencing this or advise?
LH and LX aren't required to recognize your status during online check-in, with the exception of posting your *G to your boarding pass.
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