Originally Posted by
keyboardwarrior
I live in Japan so I use Star Alliance exclusively for all travel in south/east Asia. I don't fly a ton, but I fly pretty regularly every year. I noticed recently that many people were getting express security/immigration lines with Star Alliance Gold. I already have Priority Pass, but I believe that's only for lounges etc. Correct me if I'm wrong. Anyway, I would love to get express security/immigration lines if possible.
Do my Aeroplan Miles count towards becoming a Star Alliance Gold member? If so, how do I get the fancy cards and stuff?
Thanks
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keyboardwarrior
Your Aeroplan miles are reward miles. They do not give you any benefits.
In order to get *A Gold benefits such as Fast Track security etc, you need status with *A airlines like AC. Status miles come from flying.
This is the Air Canada Altitude site. Earning 50K status gets to *A Gold. Plus as @
vernonc noted, you also have to spend the money required.
https://altitude.aircanada.com/status/overview
And this is the detailed page for AC Altitude Privileges
https://altitude.aircanada.com/statu...ram-privileges
And if you live in Japan, would it not be worth it to consider NH membership for the benefits and status?
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