The 9W website doesn't provide clear information on the benefits for elite members. It's a kluge at best. A simple comparitive chart between the levels would probably do the trick. I would appreciate fellow flytalkers experiences on the following questions.

• How does the "fast track" work. I saw info on the the 9W website a few weeks ago, can't find it anymore. I think one had to reach x miles in a rolling 6 month window.
• How many upgrade certificates do we get when you reach gold or platinum level, are they systemwide upgrades or do I need to use a whole bunch for a single JFK-DEL flight based on the number of miles?
• As for more upgrades, the 9W site states that we get certificates from time to time. What does this mean?
• I am switching from AA/BA because a consolidator is giving me $5500 fare JFK-MAA roundtrip in I class even at the very last mnute, which works well with my schedule. I am platinum on AA, I read on this site that 9W doesn't match status. It's OK given the savings in fare.
• How does 9W business compare to BA? I love BA club world, I won't miss AA business class because its bare bones.
• It looks like 9W does not have household accounts - am I correct - I will be flying with family in coach in August.
• I am switching from AA/BA because a consolidator is giving me $5500 fare JFK-MAA roundtrip in I class on 9W even at the very last mnute, which works well with my schedule