Originally Posted by Frequent flyer 101

I told a colleague about this thread and he just got matched to UA Prem Exec from BA Gold. However this is only a 90 day status match and includes a 15,000 mile/18 flight challenge! What is interesting is the fact that UA won't send him a card until after he passes the challenge. I found this a bit confusing as I'm sure it is *A policy to insist on seeing the actual *G card for lounge access?