Originally Posted by
Rudi
I phoned them yesterday (Friday), after having identified myself as a livelong SilverWing member and asked about the current silver wing inner USA zone coupon offer.
1st answer: silver wing program doesn't exist anymore
2nd: after I explained that I have been told otherwise for livelong members, I was put on hold ... and after 12 minutes (international call from Switzerland) I gave up.
Mrs. Fredd had exactly the same response when she called and ended up with the ICC rep who was at the "Silver Wings" desk. After waiting on hold for several minutes she was given the "good news" according to the rep that lifetime SW members are still entitled to "mileage-based" fares.
The way to do it on the United site is to enter "Silver Wings" in the "electronic ticket or promotion code" space that you will find in "More Search Options." You'll be prompted to log in.
We've just now tested a couple of mock bookings. The difference in SEA-VIE came in as a "Silver Wings Zone Fare" at $932 vs. $1694.
Maybe there's hope after all.
Cheers,
Fredd
Just found this in the Silver Wings FAQ:
http://tinyurl.com/yvwuz6