Well, it's good he is based in Eindhoven, as the special credit card (with free partner cards) is only valid in The Netherlands.

Once, AmEx tried to convince me that I should take a second partner card as well, just for somebody (as Mrs Eendracht already has one). Then they could even set the limit on EUR 0.00 per month, i.e. you can't do anything with it apart from showing it to the KLM to prove your status. Perhaps an idea? Or you just never activate it - I think activating is only related to the credit card functionality. In that case, don't ever try to put your credit card in an ATM, as it might be taken then...

I have no clue when you would obtain your new card, as FD is almost over now, and new FB-AmEx cards will be sent in August. So the time factor might be a problem for you.