Originally Posted by sany2
I am happiest with my elite status on NWA, because it (and CO) are the only airlines which allow you to elite automatic upgrade for free. I have seen my upgrade percentages decrease, but it still is by far the biggest perk in the program for me (along with early borading).
What about the complimentary elite upgrades on US? Even Silvers have access to those, they're valid on any Y-cabin fare, and they clear at the 2 day window for the Silvers.