Originally Posted by
Acid
As a US based person, I'm hoping for a new competitive program that one can transfer to from Amex, Chase, Cap1, Citi etc. like SQ, Avios and some others. Most of my 9W redemptions were using AA miles which gave a great value. I feel Aeroplan is decent but expensive, most other *A programs are not good for long haul partner redemption. UA gutted their 'chart'. AI can fill that void.
Aeroplan is the way to go. No other FFP in the world has so many airline partners to earn and/or burn, and there are lots of opportunities to earn miles from CCs and hotels, etc.