Since you're in DFW, register for the FLY2 promo and book trips to SJC, SFO, PDX, and OAK. Do that 4 times and you get a bonus of 50,000 - consider that your consolation prize if you do not make PLT. You have to be prepared to spend some cash though - it's the 1st week of October and you need all the trips you can get. I've found trip #1 for you - DFW to OAK on 11/22 for 248.80 all in. Of course, you'll have to explain to your family why Thanksgiving dinner must start after 5pm. The fare is available again on the following day, 11/23. The are same day mileage runs with 50 minute turn-around time.
Good Luck.

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