Originally Posted by stimpy
Well I used to say US airlines, but after yesterdays news from United, I checked and my AF miles are worth more. UA miles were significantly reduced in value. AF miles have held onto their value and they are very strong financially as well as being one of the largest airlines in the world with the KL merger.
AF seems good on paper, but they charge you outrageous fees for award tickets (fuel surcharge, which you don't pay on e.g., AA). I spent 50k on a Europe award and had to pay 200 USD in taxes and fees. I am glad my AF account is empty now...