Maybe status holders are indeed exempt.

FAQ: https://wwws.airfrance.ch/en/informa...directnotice=1

How long do my miles stay valid? As long as 1 of the following conditions is fulfilled, your Miles remain valid for life:
- You travel at least once every 2 years on an eligible flight with Air France, KLM or one of the partner airlines.
- You are a Silver, Gold or Platinum member.
- You make a purchase with an eligible partner bank card at least once every 2 years.

But as we know now this answer is also incorrect for non status members' miles transferred in. These expire anyway so it is just not clear.