Was at the RDU club yesterday.

Admirals Club agent confirmed the availability of Lifetime AC membership (members life not the airline!).

Price she stated was $5,300USD.

Said it was to be 'test marketed' for a short period this fall (dates like Sept 1 to Oct 15? but do not recall the specifics) As a short period of 4-6 weeks they felt they could determine if the price and features were right.

Wonder what else they will offer?

Would certainly hope a tier-level price shift (EXPs to pay less as they currently do for annual memberships).... no details yet!