Dec 9, 2019, 2:03 pm
Last edit by: Adam Smith
This thread is about AC giving a free bump up in status when one is very, very, very close to the next status level at year end.
THIS IS NOT A THREAD ABOUT STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS
FOR STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS, REFER TO THIS THREAD
THIS IS NOT A THREAD ABOUT STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS
FOR STATUS BUY-UP OFFERS, REFER TO THIS THREAD
FAQ: I am X miles/segments/dollars short of status. Will AC give it anyway?
Dec 1, 2012, 6:32 pm
#46
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: YVR
Programs: AC*SE MM, Marriott Titanium, National Executive
Posts: 1,586
I need your inputs, please help with your wisdoms.
I am done with my travel for the 2012, and going to be short of 24 status miles to reach E-50K next year. Do I have to go on a mileage run just for 24 miles? or cross my fingers for AE to give me E50K? Many thanks for your inputs.
I am done with my travel for the 2012, and going to be short of 24 status miles to reach E-50K next year. Do I have to go on a mileage run just for 24 miles? or cross my fingers for AE to give me E50K? Many thanks for your inputs.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...us-anyway.html
Dec 6, 2012, 8:59 pm
#47
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 1
I'm not going to lie... I found this forum googling "If I'm 800 miles short of my Air Canada Status will I get it anyway?"
However, I'm only going to make a joke about it not ask.
How about this - what is the cheapest in-canada flight you can take out of Montreal to slay about 800 miles?
However, I'm only going to make a joke about it not ask.
How about this - what is the cheapest in-canada flight you can take out of Montreal to slay about 800 miles?
Dec 7, 2012, 12:22 pm
#48
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: YYC
Posts: 4,035
I'm not going to lie... I found this forum googling "If I'm 800 miles short of my Air Canada Status will I get it anyway?"
However, I'm only going to make a joke about it not ask.
How about this - what is the cheapest in-canada flight you can take out of Montreal to slay about 800 miles?
However, I'm only going to make a joke about it not ask.
How about this - what is the cheapest in-canada flight you can take out of Montreal to slay about 800 miles?
Dec 7, 2012, 12:31 pm
#49
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: YYT
Programs: Altitude SEMM
Posts: 412
Dec 14, 2012, 12:49 pm
#51
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 1
Status Appeals and experience
Hi All,
First time poster here, but longtime reader. Curious to know if anyone has experience with the appeals process for status? I'm going to end the year at 49,966 miles and i'm curious to know if they'd typically bump me up to the Altitude 50k, being that I'm missing status this tier by 34 miles :/
Thanks!
First time poster here, but longtime reader. Curious to know if anyone has experience with the appeals process for status? I'm going to end the year at 49,966 miles and i'm curious to know if they'd typically bump me up to the Altitude 50k, being that I'm missing status this tier by 34 miles :/
Thanks!
Dec 14, 2012, 12:54 pm
#52
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC*SE 2MM
Posts: 16,655
In the past there have been numerous stories here of people who were very "close" getting bumped up to that next level.
Having said that, this year is a whole new ball game because they've expanded from three to five levels and administration of the program has changed. As a result, I would not assume that past behaviour will govern things this year.
If based on your travel plans 50K status is important to you, I'd advise finding a way to take one more status earning flight prior to Dec 31 - if it's not critical, then sit tight and see what happens.
Having said that, this year is a whole new ball game because they've expanded from three to five levels and administration of the program has changed. As a result, I would not assume that past behaviour will govern things this year.
If based on your travel plans 50K status is important to you, I'd advise finding a way to take one more status earning flight prior to Dec 31 - if it's not critical, then sit tight and see what happens.
Dec 14, 2012, 1:41 pm
#53
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Toronto
Programs: AC*E50
Posts: 594
"I'm currently at 50,124 status miles, and I'm worried that this isn't enough buffer. Should I do a MR just to be safe? Who should I email to ensure that AC doesn't decide I'm too close to the line and drop me down to E35?"
Dec 14, 2012, 3:52 pm
#54
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: YEG
Posts: 3,717
Yep; I am right
This policy does not impact Air Canada Super Elite, Elite and Prestige members, or customers travelling on Rapidair flights between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Montreal or Ottawa, or between Toronto City Airport and Montreal as they continue to earn a minimum of 500 Aeroplan Miles, varies according to the type of fare option purchased1.
Example
Montreal (YUL) to Toronto (YTZ) - Sat, Dec 29
Air Canada 7503 Dep: 7:30AM Arr: 8:40AM 1h 10m De Havilland Dash-8 Economy (T)
OPERATED BY AIR CANADA EXPRESS - SKY REGIONAL
Toronto (YTZ) to Montreal (YUL) - Sat, Dec 29
Air Canada 7506 Dep: 9:15AM Arr: 10:25AM 1h 10m De Havilland Dash-8 Economy (T)
OPERATED BY AIR CANADA EXPRESS - SKY REGIONAL
Cost per passenger (including taxes & fees) CA$463.23
Total cost for 1 passenger CA$463.23
Air Canada 7503 Dep: 7:30AM Arr: 8:40AM 1h 10m De Havilland Dash-8 Economy (T)
OPERATED BY AIR CANADA EXPRESS - SKY REGIONAL
Toronto (YTZ) to Montreal (YUL) - Sat, Dec 29
Air Canada 7506 Dep: 9:15AM Arr: 10:25AM 1h 10m De Havilland Dash-8 Economy (T)
OPERATED BY AIR CANADA EXPRESS - SKY REGIONAL
Cost per passenger (including taxes & fees) CA$463.23
Total cost for 1 passenger CA$463.23
Last edited by hearna; Dec 14, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Dec 14, 2012, 3:57 pm
#55
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: YLW
Programs: AC- SE100 1MM, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Platinum, National Executive, Nexus/GE
Posts: 4,317
50,000 is 50,000 so once you are over you are good. My son will cross over on Dec 23 for 35,347 miles on UA for Elite lite and I am good with that. Don't spend extra if there is no need IMHO!
Dec 14, 2012, 4:26 pm
#56
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: YEG
Posts: 3,717
Dec 15, 2012, 12:56 pm
#57
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: YYC
Posts: 4,035
Are you sure about that? I thought when they launched that round of penny pinching that they exempted FF's as well as the rapidair routes?
Yep; I am right
So if your only 800 miles away; there may be 'cheaper' ways of getting it; but consider your time/gas/parking etc; I would say YYZ/YTZ are the best options from YUL.
Example
Yep; I am right
So if your only 800 miles away; there may be 'cheaper' ways of getting it; but consider your time/gas/parking etc; I would say YYZ/YTZ are the best options from YUL.
Example
Dec 15, 2012, 1:19 pm
#58
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Toronto
Programs: UA 1K, AC MM E75, Marriott LT Ti, IHG Dia Amb, Hyatt Glob
Posts: 15,521
Dec 21, 2012, 10:08 am
#59
Join Date: Feb 2012
Programs: AC E75K; SPG Gold; IHG Ambassador; NEXUS
Posts: 93
About 300 miles short of E50K
Hi Everyone:
This is my first post here, although I've been following for quite a while and am grateful for the wealth of information you provide.
Yesterday I was scheduled to fly SFO-YVR-YYZ (AC 563 and AC8), a trip that would put me over the 50K threshhold for the year. However, since AC 8 was delayed by about 4 hours, I was put on AC 738 SFO-YYZ direct leaving me at about 49,700 miles for the year with no travel planned until Jan 1. I needed to be in YYZ at a decent time (and ideally somewhat rested) for engagements this morning.
My question is (1) whether or not AC might give me E50K anyway due to the circumstances? and (2) Who can I contact at AC to explain my situation?
After all, I did have a ticket to put me over the threshold and it was only the reroute that left me slightly short. Definitely don't want to be stuck in watered down E35
Looking forward to your relpies.....
This is my first post here, although I've been following for quite a while and am grateful for the wealth of information you provide.
Yesterday I was scheduled to fly SFO-YVR-YYZ (AC 563 and AC8), a trip that would put me over the 50K threshhold for the year. However, since AC 8 was delayed by about 4 hours, I was put on AC 738 SFO-YYZ direct leaving me at about 49,700 miles for the year with no travel planned until Jan 1. I needed to be in YYZ at a decent time (and ideally somewhat rested) for engagements this morning.
My question is (1) whether or not AC might give me E50K anyway due to the circumstances? and (2) Who can I contact at AC to explain my situation?
After all, I did have a ticket to put me over the threshold and it was only the reroute that left me slightly short. Definitely don't want to be stuck in watered down E35
Looking forward to your relpies.....
Dec 21, 2012, 10:43 am
#60
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: St. John's, NL, Canada
Posts: 357
I would just use the online form on the AC website and attach your receipt with the original routing.