Originally Posted by
izzik
One way to secure crediting without error is not to add ffp on the booking... Then request missing credit by segment for whatever programs you want. I realize people don't like this idea because certain airlines don't grant benefits like seat selection to non status holders .. but it's going to be difficult as airlines become more attuned to the idea of stealing benefits without crediting the miles.
One issue to look out for with this plan is that the lounges will sometimes add your FFN without asking/saying when you show your card. That's also something to look out for with other plans of course

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