Actually, I changed the ticket more than 7 days in advance.

I strongly suspect that the return portion of the ticket was handled in the same manner that a one way ticket would be handled. If so, that would account for both of my experiences as an SSSS selectee.

That being said, on my MIA-JFK flight, my boss was traveling with me. His tickets were set up the same way (AA out and DL back), and he wasn't stopped.

He's AA Platinum as well, however he has attained MM status. With regard to that, I seriously doubt that your elite status is a factor, but I thought I would include the information in case someone disagreed.

I agree w/ GradGirl, though. If people know the criteria, it almost becomes less likely that REAL CRIMINALS will be bothered. B/c I want to save $$, I fly in the least expensive way possible - and that means sometimes using one way tickets. The "problem people" will spend extra to avoid suspicion.

What is it about one way tickets that points toward potential terrorist activity???

Sam