Originally Posted by
david_oz
the airlines could (collectively) stamp this out with minimal effort
if for example a UA customer wants to status match onto DL, the DL application could capture two or three non-identifying pieces of information and submit it to UA, for example:
1. MP number
2. Status level
3. Name one flight UA taken in the last year
Earlier this year status matched my 1K to DL Plat and had to submit a picture of my MP card which contains 2 of those items. Not sure what verification DL performed to ensure my information was valid. I see UA requires
A copy of your most recent mileage summary or 2017 membership card for the frequent flyer program you are matching from. It must clearly identify your current elite status, including your status expiration date. (Please note that many digital frequent flyer program membership cards do not include an expiration date.)
It seems they don't do any verification since the submitted data would be forged.