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Old Apr 17, 2023 | 6:59 pm
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Originally Posted by VegasGambler
Status does not matter for maximization; it's a multiplier and both airlines' earnings get multiplied by the same amount.
Using the variables provided ($2700, 10,000 mile trip, I class) it would break down as:
Base member: 5 x 2700 = 13,500 LPs
EXP: 11 x 2700 = 29,700 LPs
or with BA codes
Base member: 10000 + 5000 (cabin bonus) = 15,000 LPs
EXP: 10000 + 5000 + 12000 (status bonus) = 27000 LPs

Sure seems like status matters if trying for maximization. The breakeven is about Platinum with 21,600 LPs for AA codes and 21,000 for BA codes
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