My strategy for AA EQD is:
1. Purchase US-Europe Business Class ticket w/Citi Thank you points before the June devaluation.
2. Purchase a USA-South America Business Class ticket with AMEX MR Points (Have Business Platinum CC/50% rebate)
3. Spend $50,000 on Aviator Silver CC
4. Although purchasing Business Class tickets through AA Vacations is an option, it is not part of my strategy.