This lengthy "TRAILING THREAD" contains much of the "uncontent" and older, out of date and "fattening" content of the sticky thread beginning with this title. Some information that was correct at the time of posting is likely to be incorrect in 2007 (or later.) The intent is to copy over posts that are merely dilatory today - historical, acknowledgments, thank yous and the like so members can find content without poring over 99 pages of thread, as well as those that provide outdated information (earning Challenge status on non-AA metal or codeshares is a major one.) This is being driven by comments and request from members, and we hope it will be of use to our members.

Remember, this thread will only contain historical and "non-information." Do NOT post your request or real information here, as it is likely you will not get a reply. If you wish to edit posts(s) of yours for resubmission to the sticky, please do so and add a note at the end of this thread or notify a Moderator (JDiver is the guilty one, so...)

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FewMiles, our sincere thanks for the great work you started here!