RBC Avion flight eligible for AQD/AQS/AQM
Sep 17, 2018, 2:26 pm
#1
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RBC Avion flight eligible for AQD/AQS/AQM
Hi,
I am just about to book a flight using RBC Avion points on air Canada (RT YYZ-YVR). The tickets are in G and S classes.
It's unclear to me (due to conflicting posts), would I still receiving AQM/AQS and AQD?
Thanks,
I am just about to book a flight using RBC Avion points on air Canada (RT YYZ-YVR). The tickets are in G and S classes.
It's unclear to me (due to conflicting posts), would I still receiving AQM/AQS and AQD?
Thanks,
Sep 17, 2018, 2:36 pm
#2
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Sep 17, 2018, 2:44 pm
#4
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There is no clear answer because some posters get AQM and some do not. It used to be that everyone got AQM using RBC. If you really need AQM/AQD then RBC has a process where you call and get an approval number, book your own flights and pay with RBC Visa and they will credit you with what you paid upto their limit for the segment. So for example if YYZ-YVR is $750 then thats the max they will credit. You must get preapproval before you book. They may tell you that you have to book with them but insist.
Sep 17, 2018, 3:45 pm
#6
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What do you mean by confirm in advance ? I just outlined the steps. Call RBC Avion, tell them you want to book the flight yourself, find out what their 'limit' is for the flight and get a pre approval number. Once you have the number you can book and proceed. Once booked, call RBC, give them your preapproval number and they will credit the amount. The credit will be almost immediate so its not like you would have to pay for the flight and wait months for a credit.
Sep 17, 2018, 5:45 pm
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OP likely means what are the chances of chances of earning AQM if not following the steps you outlined and the answer is unknown because as you said some posters reported getting AQM while others didn't.It's akin to Air Miles award tickets as some members have reported earning FFM on those tickets but most haven't.
If you need the AQM for re-qualifying the follows vernon's steps or if not roll the dice and accept the outcome.
Regardless of which option you choose good luck!
If you need the AQM for re-qualifying the follows vernon's steps or if not roll the dice and accept the outcome.
Regardless of which option you choose good luck!
Sep 17, 2018, 6:13 pm
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OP likely means what are the chances of chances of earning AQM if not following the steps you outlined and the answer is unknown because as you said some posters reported getting AQM while others didn't.It's akin to Air Miles award tickets as some members have reported earning FFM on those tickets but most haven't.
If you need the AQM for re-qualifying the follows vernon's steps or if not roll the dice and accept the outcome.
Regardless of which option you choose good luck!
If you need the AQM for re-qualifying the follows vernon's steps or if not roll the dice and accept the outcome.
Regardless of which option you choose good luck!
Sep 18, 2018, 7:20 am
#11
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I looked everywhere on the ticket.
No where does it show up that it is not eligible for mileage credit.
On looking up the ticket on AC.com with the provided reference number, it actually says that I will be getting Aeroplan Miles.
No where does it show up that it is not eligible for mileage credit.
On looking up the ticket on AC.com with the provided reference number, it actually says that I will be getting Aeroplan Miles.
Sep 18, 2018, 9:58 am
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The ticket will not say, the fare rules will say. Good luck getting either the fare basis code (not just bucket) out of anyone. And if the fare basis is a custom deal, thoughts and prayers fo getting those rules.
G bucket might be fare basis G0ZBTG
RBC may be able to book the magic G0ZBTG/RB for example.
If you book direct, with the pre-approval code in hand, it's a regular fare. Regular rules apply. Regular rules can be found by someone.
Booking with RBC... Thoughts and prayers.
G bucket might be fare basis G0ZBTG
RBC may be able to book the magic G0ZBTG/RB for example.
If you book direct, with the pre-approval code in hand, it's a regular fare. Regular rules apply. Regular rules can be found by someone.
Booking with RBC... Thoughts and prayers.
Sep 18, 2018, 12:47 pm
#13
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I hope OP took advantage of this promo but might have been announced today by RBC Avion...
Book a roundtrip flight on points and get 30% points back2.
Limited time only. Conditions apply.To show our thanks, we want to reward you with 30% points back when you book a roundtrip flight on points2. There’s never been a better time to be an Avioner.
Or this....
Status match to
WestJet Rewards Gold.Limited-time offer: Provide proof of top-tier status of any airline frequent flyer program3.
Book a roundtrip flight on points and get 30% points back2.
Limited time only. Conditions apply.To show our thanks, we want to reward you with 30% points back when you book a roundtrip flight on points2. There’s never been a better time to be an Avioner.
Or this....
Status match to
WestJet Rewards Gold.Limited-time offer: Provide proof of top-tier status of any airline frequent flyer program3.
Jul 29, 2019, 7:35 am
#14
Join Date: May 2017
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RBC Avion and Air Canada
So, recently I just got a kick in the teeth by my point card, mostly because AC changed the rule. I used to buy Z class using my RBC Avion points and cash and my ticket was qualified for Altitude and Aeroplan. However, when I took a flight to YYZ to SCL recently, I noticed I was not awarded any Altitude and Aeroplan. After calling both Avion and Aeroplan bunch of times, this is what I got - AC changed the rule, if you use any reward points even it is not related to Air Canada, it is disqualified. My question is, why? AC is saying it is non-monetary ticket but to me, Avion ppl had to buy this ticket from AC to sell it to me for points and cash!!! Am I wrong?
Jul 29, 2019, 8:05 am
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AC probably gave RBC a bit of a discount in exchange for a non earning class. Won’t help with qualifying but you can try to credit to United.