I just made EXP with AA and feel like I am being penalized with not being able to earn 500 mile upgrades anymore. I often book travel for work and book my SO on an economy ticket and request to place her on the upgrade list. When this does clear, I end up having to use several 500 mile vouchers. However, as I am no longer earning them with EXP, I assume i would now have to pay out of pocket the $40/voucher?

Thanks for any clarification.