Originally Posted by
Antarius
Declaring it is what I've always done. I don't carry the card. If it's ever in question, they should be able to look it up.
They should just send the package the first time you qualify and on request. I have 20 luggage tags in a pouch somewhere as spares. Why not save the expense and just send the tags and/or card to those that want it.
I don't care about the luggage tags, but I'd like a card even if on request with a current expiration date. While the airline should be able to look up a passenger's status, a lot of the time you have to make it past the bouncer guarding the entrance. This is particularly true for the Flagship check-in areas at LAX and JFK. Despite having been on multiple eligible itineraries at both airports, I've only been on the list once.