Aerclub tier systems in 2020
Mar 25, 20, 1:58 pm
#1
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Aerclub tier systems in 2020
Some airlines (e.g. Emirates) and hotel chains (e.g. Hilton) have announced adjustments to their tier points systems to facilitate frequent flyers that will not be able to retain status with them this year due to the flights disruptions in place for the foreseeable future.
Did anyone hear anything from AerLingus about Aerclub tier systems? E.g. if flights are grounded for 3 months, are they going to reduce tier points needed to retain status for each tier by 25%?
I appreciate some of these companies may actually go out of business as a result of this emergency, and in that case the question is meaningless
, but was wondering out of curiosity (and probably too much free time locked in the house
)
Thanks for sharing
Did anyone hear anything from AerLingus about Aerclub tier systems? E.g. if flights are grounded for 3 months, are they going to reduce tier points needed to retain status for each tier by 25%?
I appreciate some of these companies may actually go out of business as a result of this emergency, and in that case the question is meaningless
, but was wondering out of curiosity (and probably too much free time locked in the house)Thanks for sharing
Last edited by bustaro; Mar 25, 20 at 2:12 pm
Mar 25, 20, 3:39 pm
#2
Join Date: Sep 2017
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Some airlines (e.g. Emirates) and hotel chains (e.g. Hilton) have announced adjustments to their tier points systems to facilitate frequent flyers that will not be able to retain status with them this year due to the flights disruptions in place for the foreseeable future.
Did anyone hear anything from AerLingus about Aerclub tier systems? E.g. if flights are grounded for 3 months, are they going to reduce tier points needed to retain status for each tier by 25%?
I appreciate some of these companies may actually go out of business as a result of this emergency, and in that case the question is meaningless, but was wondering out of curiosity (and probably too much free time locked in the house)
Thanks for sharing
Did anyone hear anything from AerLingus about Aerclub tier systems? E.g. if flights are grounded for 3 months, are they going to reduce tier points needed to retain status for each tier by 25%?
I appreciate some of these companies may actually go out of business as a result of this emergency, and in that case the question is meaningless
, but was wondering out of curiosity (and probably too much free time locked in the house)Thanks for sharing
AerClub will be something to be looked at if they do. But not now.
Mar 26, 20, 4:35 am
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Some airlines (e.g. Emirates) and hotel chains (e.g. Hilton) have announced adjustments to their tier points systems to facilitate frequent flyers that will not be able to retain status with them this year due to the flights disruptions in place for the foreseeable future.
Did anyone hear anything from AerLingus about Aerclub tier systems? E.g. if flights are grounded for 3 months, are they going to reduce tier points needed to retain status for each tier by 25%?
I appreciate some of these companies may actually go out of business as a result of this emergency, and in that case the question is meaningless, but was wondering out of curiosity (and probably too much free time locked in the house)
Thanks for sharing
Did anyone hear anything from AerLingus about Aerclub tier systems? E.g. if flights are grounded for 3 months, are they going to reduce tier points needed to retain status for each tier by 25%?
I appreciate some of these companies may actually go out of business as a result of this emergency, and in that case the question is meaningless
, but was wondering out of curiosity (and probably too much free time locked in the house)Thanks for sharing
Nothing yet and maybe they won't its hard to know. IAG are so far out of step with other airlines with regards this. Aer Lingus may decide to do something once they know more about their relaunch of flights this Summer. They may do it by a case by case situation.
I had got half way and subject to situation improving will still most likely manage it.
As for crew talk of going bust its purely that just rumours. There is also a rumour of the Irish government taking a large stakehold in the airline if it does indeed need bailing out. Same with UK and Spain although the UK seems more reluctant at the moment.
Mar 26, 20, 11:11 am
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It's not a rumour in fairness. It's very informed speculation. Pilot has been with them almost 25 years. So he'd know a bit. Having said that government may well purchase a big stake. That might be one of the only ways of securing EI's future.
Mar 27, 20, 8:40 am
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My neighbours a pilot and a very senior one too so seems a difference of opinion. They are also taking part in the PEK flights . Of course there are always such differences even in my own company at present. A lot of doom and gloom too sadly.
Apr 2, 20, 5:35 am
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Update on the original question of this thread: I just received email from Aer Lingus that they are crediting 350 bonus tier credits to help keeping status this year. Assume something similar will be sent to others too.
Apr 2, 20, 6:11 am
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Am I currently Concierge, just got the email saying I'll be credited with a bonus of 350 tier credits.
Looks like they are awarding people 33% of their current tier's qualification level, so 1050/3 = 350 for Concierge, 600/3 = 200 for Platinum, can any Silvers confirm that they are being offered 100?
Looks like they are awarding people 33% of their current tier's qualification level, so 1050/3 = 350 for Concierge, 600/3 = 200 for Platinum, can any Silvers confirm that they are being offered 100?
Last edited by EIFREZY; Apr 2, 20 at 6:11 am Reason: Edited for typo.
Apr 2, 20, 6:23 am
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Am I currently Concierge, just got the email saying I'll be credited with a bonus of 350 tier credits.
Looks like they are awarding people 33% of their current tier's qualification level, so 1050/3 = 350 for Concierge, 600/3 = 200 for Platinum, can any Silvers confirm that they are being offered 100?
Looks like they are awarding people 33% of their current tier's qualification level, so 1050/3 = 350 for Concierge, 600/3 = 200 for Platinum, can any Silvers confirm that they are being offered 100?
Hopefully they survive this.........
Apr 2, 20, 6:30 am
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Disappointing offer really was expecting to be rolled over
Dear XXXX,
We hope you and yours are keeping safe and well. Your continued loyalty and support is really appreciated as we navigate unprecedented challenges during this extraordinary time.
As a thank you from all of us, we'd like to give you XXX bonus Tier Credits.
We know that your opportunity to fly with us may be limited in the coming weeks, so these Tier Credits will help you maintain XXX status or progress to XXX this anniversary year. Your bonus Tier Credits will be automatically credited to your account shortly - we've got you covered.
If your tier status expired in March and these Tier Credits would have maintained your tier, we will review your account on this basis within the next few days.
We hope you and yours are keeping safe and well. Your continued loyalty and support is really appreciated as we navigate unprecedented challenges during this extraordinary time.
As a thank you from all of us, we'd like to give you XXX bonus Tier Credits.
We know that your opportunity to fly with us may be limited in the coming weeks, so these Tier Credits will help you maintain XXX status or progress to XXX this anniversary year. Your bonus Tier Credits will be automatically credited to your account shortly - we've got you covered.
If your tier status expired in March and these Tier Credits would have maintained your tier, we will review your account on this basis within the next few days.
Apr 2, 20, 6:34 am
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Apr 2, 20, 7:42 am
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Apr 2, 20, 8:29 am
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Am I currently Concierge, just got the email saying I'll be credited with a bonus of 350 tier credits.
Looks like they are awarding people 33% of their current tier's qualification level, so 1050/3 = 350 for Concierge, 600/3 = 200 for Platinum, can any Silvers confirm that they are being offered 100?
Looks like they are awarding people 33% of their current tier's qualification level, so 1050/3 = 350 for Concierge, 600/3 = 200 for Platinum, can any Silvers confirm that they are being offered 100?
Or at least I am!
Incredibly generous. That's far, far more than is required to attain Green.....
