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Old Apr 30, 2008, 9:26 am
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nd_eric_77
 
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: DFW
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Originally Posted by nytango
How is this a huge win for AA exec Plts unless they have a 75 mile level and a separate 100000 mile level

AA exec plts already get unlimited upgrades (domestic) and VIPS for international CO's get nothing for international

AA exec plts get flagship lounge ,,free booze etc...

I see it as a huge negative if implemented as you see it with full tier-tier equivalence
You are correct... the biggest win is for AA Golds & Plats. However, I disagree that flagship lounge is much of a benefit for those whose business travel is mostly domestic. IMHO, domestic ACs are still vastly inferior to CO PCs. YMMV.
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