Nov 9, 2022, 12:30 pm
Last edit by: Adam Smith
2023 Benefits Update
There are very few changes to the program for 2023, except at the 35K level; see the first few posts of the thread for details.
For information on 2022 benefits, please see this thread.
Key updates:
Ongoing Benefits With Dedicated Threads
Many benefits stay fairly consistent from year to year and have dedicated threads with detailed information. For questions and information on these topics, please visit these threads rather than posting here:
There are very few changes to the program for 2023, except at the 35K level; see the first few posts of the thread for details.
For information on 2022 benefits, please see this thread.
Key updates:
- Several changes to 35K
- No more MLL access (from June 1)
- Additional eUps for Select Privilege
- Priority baggage handling (AC flights only)
- Expanded Priority Rewards
- 50K and up get access to Virgin Australia lounges
- December 15 deadline to be approved for a Premium CC to enjoy rollover benefits
Ongoing Benefits With Dedicated Threads
Many benefits stay fairly consistent from year to year and have dedicated threads with detailed information. For questions and information on these topics, please visit these threads rather than posting here:
2023 Aeroplan Elite Status Benefits
Oct 26, 2022, 11:09 am
#1
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,743
2023 Aeroplan Elite Status Benefits
Several changes coming, detailed on this page.
Key updates:
Key updates:
- Several changes to 35K
- No more MLL access
- Additional eUps for Select Privilege
- Expanded Priority Rewards
- 50K and up get access to VA lounges
- December 15 deadline to be approved for a Premium CC to enjoy rollover benefits (I don't think they had publicly disclosed this in the past)
Oct 26, 2022, 11:22 am
#2
Join Date: Oct 2022
Programs: Aeroplan SE; Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador
Posts: 1,545
Several changes coming, detailed on this page.
Key updates:
Key updates:
- Several changes to 35K
- No more MLL access
- Additional eUps for Select Privilege
- Expanded Priority Rewards
- 50K and up get access to VA lounges
- December 15 deadline to be approved for a Premium CC to enjoy rollover benefits (I don't think they had publicly disclosed this in the past)
More 35K will sign up for credit cards so the end results might be the same.
Oct 26, 2022, 11:22 am
#3
Join Date: Sep 2013
Programs: AC SEMM DL DM
Posts: 393
On doubled Priority Rewards: "You will start to see these bonus Priority Rewards being added to your account in November."
Added for when the page text is enhanced to read "in February."
Added for when the page text is enhanced to read "in February."
Oct 26, 2022, 11:44 am
#4
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Ottawa
Programs: Altitude E50K / *G
Posts: 924
As of June 1, 2023, Aeroplan 35K members will no longer have complimentary access to Maple Leaf Lounges™ as part of their Aeroplan 35K benefits. As of that date, they can continue to access Maple Leaf Lounges with one of the two (2) Maple Leaf Lounge One-Time Guest Passes that also come with this status, the purchase of a Business Class fare, or with an eligible Aeroplan credit card.
Oct 26, 2022, 11:49 am
#5
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,743
Yes. The CC access privileges aren't tied to status. Someone can be a total FOTSG and get access to the MLL on both of their annual flights using their eligible credit card.
Oct 26, 2022, 11:53 am
#7
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,743
Oct 26, 2022, 11:54 am
#8
Join Date: Oct 2022
Programs: Aeroplan SE; Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador
Posts: 1,545
Not very surprising. If you do not fly at all, you are not using MLLs but still generating revenues for the airlines by allowing them to sell more points. It could be more profitable to the airlines than selling more economy tickets.
Oct 26, 2022, 11:55 am
#9
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: YCD
Programs: AC 75K, HIlton Honors Gold, Marriott Gold Elite, Radisson Rewards Gold
Posts: 511
Before the CC fake status was almost like a 30k (in between 25k and 35k) - now the difference is MLL access vs eUpgrades only...I think the CC status is more valuable personally.
Oct 26, 2022, 11:59 am
#10
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Canada's worst airport....YYJ
Programs: AC: E75K, Marriott :Titanium, National: EXEC ELITE
Posts: 595
It is interesting to see "the purchase of a Business Class fare", as MLL access off e-upgrades was always a grey area, or at least not generally enforced. It would be nice to see AC gain some consistency in this area.
Overall, I think the change has been a long time coming, and is long overdue. The lineup issues across the network this fall were likely the final tipping point. Hopefully this cures those issues, as I don't think there will be a huge uptake of either MLL memberships at $400+, or premium credit cards at $600. It would also be nice to see 35K out of Zone 2 boarding, but maybe that's 2024's surprise...
Overall, I think the change has been a long time coming, and is long overdue. The lineup issues across the network this fall were likely the final tipping point. Hopefully this cures those issues, as I don't think there will be a huge uptake of either MLL memberships at $400+, or premium credit cards at $600. It would also be nice to see 35K out of Zone 2 boarding, but maybe that's 2024's surprise...
Oct 26, 2022, 12:05 pm
#11
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: YVR
Programs: AC SE, HH Gold, Marriott Titanium, National EE, Sixt Platinum, Hertz PC, AVIS PC
Posts: 1,908
I'm surprised they're only giving 2 MLL passes to 35k, same as 25k.
Ron.
Ron.
Oct 26, 2022, 12:07 pm
#12
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Ottawa
Programs: Altitude E50K / *G
Posts: 924
Status is supposed to be a frequent flyer program right .... not a frequent spend on credit card program?
Oct 26, 2022, 12:10 pm
#13
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: YVR
Programs: AC SE, HH Gold, Marriott Titanium, National EE, Sixt Platinum, Hertz PC, AVIS PC
Posts: 1,908
Oct 26, 2022, 12:12 pm
#14
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: YUL
Programs: ✈ AC 1MM / S100K - SPG Lifetime Platinum = BONVoY Lifetime Titanium
Posts: 1,496
It is interesting to see "the purchase of a Business Class fare", as MLL access off e-upgrades was always a grey area, or at least not generally enforced. It would be nice to see AC gain some consistency in this area.
Overall, I think the change has been a long time coming, and is long overdue. The lineup issues across the network this fall were likely the final tipping point. Hopefully this cures those issues, as I don't think there will be a huge uptake of either MLL memberships at $400+, or premium credit cards at $600. It would also be nice to see 35K out of Zone 2 boarding, but maybe that's 2024's surprise...
Overall, I think the change has been a long time coming, and is long overdue. The lineup issues across the network this fall were likely the final tipping point. Hopefully this cures those issues, as I don't think there will be a huge uptake of either MLL memberships at $400+, or premium credit cards at $600. It would also be nice to see 35K out of Zone 2 boarding, but maybe that's 2024's surprise...
Boarding zones is not the issue , it's how the staff handle the gate area and enforce the boarding process.
One day the staff will allow more than 3 seconds before calling zone 2 after zone 1 , or worse, they call them together
Oct 26, 2022, 12:12 pm
#15
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Ottawa
Programs: Altitude E50K / *G
Posts: 924
I'll agree that lounges have been packed. There have been cases when I could not get into YYZ domestic at all. But I really do feel shafted that I sit in the seat but somebody who just gets a credit card now gets lounge access.
Personally, if they actually valued elite members they should only allow elite members into the lounge, along with paid J.
But I guess cash is king.