Originally Posted by Ferdinand Magellan
I think that there are many people who want the benefits of elite status, but don't fly enough to earn it only by flying (especially paid flying). Apart from that, there are some small benefits to elite status that don't come from flying, like AA and DL bonus miles from 1-800-Flowers.
Ah, ok. So you meant; elite status without flying the required mileage/segements.
Now I understand, great question btw.