Originally Posted by arir

I just status matched 3 months ago from BA Gold to LY Gold with no problems. I used to fly thru LHR on all longhaul and spend a few days each time at UK office but with LHR security and as a result BA losing my bags (still not recovered) i gave up and have started flying LY direct whenever possible.

However all this said, do not underestimate the difference between the 2 airlines or should i say between the airline and the other mode of transport!
I would still prefer indirect with BA to direct with LY just without the security crap.
Personally i think that LY points system sucks - different points depending on the class of ticket as opposed to BA's straight tier points depending on cabin?! BA much simpler to count and stay on top of.