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Old May 19, 2026 | 9:22 am
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Originally Posted by scoobydoo88
Easy. I decided it wasn't worth chasing status when I realized I get all the benefits of status by simply buying a First Class ticket. Early boarding, free checked bags, a comfortable seat, and a hot meal. Status does absolutely nothing for me. Plus, now I'm free to fly whichever airline has the best schedule or equipment for my route.
First Class as in actual First Class (Air France, Emirates, JAL etc) or the wider lounge chairs on a 2-hour US domestic hop onboard a 737 ("business class")?
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