Another data point here. Not entirely unexpected but certainly disappointing. I’m a Platinum on DL and MVP 75K on AS and have opted for AS over DL on several recent trips solely to avoid DL’s basic economy.
Yes, both DL and AS will now take the same approach, but looking at the more comprehensive route structure, alliance and global partners, I’m fast approaching the point where it makes more sense to simply favour Delta when it comes to maintaining that status. Given the new JV between DL and Korean, flying KE metal and crediting to DL is now suddenly a no-brainer and I wouldn’t be surprised to see Alaska’s partnerships with KE end entirely, just as it did with AF, KL and AE, adding even further pressure.
Again, I’m just one data point, and currently based overseas which isn't the norm, but I hope Alaska knows what it’s doing.