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Old Jan 21, 2019, 9:59 am
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Originally Posted by nsummy
The part where if I had hit PQD then United would have had to provide a service (i.e. flying me somewhere) for the $550. I understand the qualifications of the program, but if they are going offer these buy-up offers they should at least make them appealing.
Why?

After all these years, how can you come to the conclusion that the airlines are in the business of making you feel better?

They're in the business of increasing revenue. When flyers don't qualify on regular rules, they offer a chance to get status for a price. They have absolutely no interest at all in discounting that price just to make you feel better. @:-)
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