Originally Posted by
FlyingMoose
There is no correlation between introducing First Class and greatly increasing the qualification requirements for status. The current 2x longhaul in J for EBG or 3x longhaul in J for EBD do not compare to either the flying or revenue requirements of other airlines. Less elites allows for better lounges and happier elites.
No, but there is a correlation between introducing first class and being able to actually manage a lounge as full service with a capacity that meets demand.