Originally Posted by AX9465
on the other hand, I wonder why people will do it if they are not planning to use the airline to maintain the status.
AX
I can think of 2 examples off hand:
1) NW Asia golds and platinums are entitled to unlimited WC access, regardless of what airline they are flying.
2) UA is now selling economy plus access passes for $300 per year. 2p status entails the same benefit (and could consequently be attractive to anyone contemplating forking over $300).