Originally Posted by RSWillson
I think that tcook is partly right (courtesy of AC's bureau-speak). One of the "benefits" of Prestige/Elite is instant upgrade to Elite/Super Elite if you have sufficient miles/segments prior to October. If you are a "normal" AP member you do not get this instant upgrade benefit.
Just my opinion!
Not quite right again.
If you start from zero you get instant Elite when you get 35,000 miles. The same for Super Elite at 100,000.
If you only get 25,000 at anytime during the year you wait until March first of the next year to enjoy your status.