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Feb 5, 2013, 11:02 am
#346
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Does a P-Class fare have access to the Flagship Lounge at JFK?
Other threads made it seem this is true, but the AA site made it pretty clear the flight has to be 3-class transcontinental (which, unless I am mistaken, this flight is not).
JFK-LAS
Booking Class P
thanks!
Other threads made it seem this is true, but the AA site made it pretty clear the flight has to be 3-class transcontinental (which, unless I am mistaken, this flight is not).
JFK-LAS
Booking Class P
thanks!
Feb 5, 2013, 4:02 pm
#347
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: US
Posts: 92
Ok, I am getting conflicting answers when I call.
I have some SWU's expiring 2/28/13 that I'd like to use on an upcoming international trip on 3/1/13 and returning 4/5/13.
I am being told that the trip has to complete before 2/28 for me to use these SWU's.
Another rep I called a few days later for another issue, said that is incorrect and so long as my SWU's clear before 2/28, i can use it for trips starting and ending after 2/28. He even asked me if I remembered the name of the agent who had earlier told me that the trip has to complete before 2/28 and said that he would have that agent sent to training!. I didn't remember and I was in a hurry, so I said I will call back later to request my SWu's be applied.
That was a week ago, now today, I called to request the SWU's be applied and the agent again said trip needs to complete before 2/28.
She went and checked with Customer Service upon my insisting and came back with 'Ok, CS has confirmed that the trip has to be completed'!
Now I think I remember using SWU's last year for trips completing AFTER 2/28.
So, is this a recent change?
Thanks in advance,
Ketan
I have some SWU's expiring 2/28/13 that I'd like to use on an upcoming international trip on 3/1/13 and returning 4/5/13.
I am being told that the trip has to complete before 2/28 for me to use these SWU's.
Another rep I called a few days later for another issue, said that is incorrect and so long as my SWU's clear before 2/28, i can use it for trips starting and ending after 2/28. He even asked me if I remembered the name of the agent who had earlier told me that the trip has to complete before 2/28 and said that he would have that agent sent to training!. I didn't remember and I was in a hurry, so I said I will call back later to request my SWu's be applied.
That was a week ago, now today, I called to request the SWU's be applied and the agent again said trip needs to complete before 2/28.
She went and checked with Customer Service upon my insisting and came back with 'Ok, CS has confirmed that the trip has to be completed'!
Now I think I remember using SWU's last year for trips completing AFTER 2/28.
So, is this a recent change?
Thanks in advance,
Ketan
Feb 5, 2013, 4:35 pm
#348
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: South Florida
Programs: AA LTG (EXP), Hilton Silver (Dia), Marriott LTP (PP), SPG LTG (P) > MPG LTPP
Posts: 11,329
Ok, I am getting conflicting answers when I call.
I have some SWU's expiring 2/28/13 that I'd like to use on an upcoming international trip on 3/1/13 and returning 4/5/13.
I am being told that the trip has to complete before 2/28 for me to use these SWU's.
Another rep I called a few days later for another issue, said that is incorrect and so long as my SWU's clear before 2/28, i can use it for trips starting and ending after 2/28. He even asked me if I remembered the name of the agent who had earlier told me that the trip has to complete before 2/28 and said that he would have that agent sent to training!. I didn't remember and I was in a hurry, so I said I will call back later to request my SWu's be applied.
That was a week ago, now today, I called to request the SWU's be applied and the agent again said trip needs to complete before 2/28.
She went and checked with Customer Service upon my insisting and came back with 'Ok, CS has confirmed that the trip has to be completed'!
Now I think I remember using SWU's last year for trips completing AFTER 2/28.
So, is this a recent change?
Thanks in advance,
Ketan
I have some SWU's expiring 2/28/13 that I'd like to use on an upcoming international trip on 3/1/13 and returning 4/5/13.
I am being told that the trip has to complete before 2/28 for me to use these SWU's.
Another rep I called a few days later for another issue, said that is incorrect and so long as my SWU's clear before 2/28, i can use it for trips starting and ending after 2/28. He even asked me if I remembered the name of the agent who had earlier told me that the trip has to complete before 2/28 and said that he would have that agent sent to training!. I didn't remember and I was in a hurry, so I said I will call back later to request my SWu's be applied.
That was a week ago, now today, I called to request the SWU's be applied and the agent again said trip needs to complete before 2/28.
She went and checked with Customer Service upon my insisting and came back with 'Ok, CS has confirmed that the trip has to be completed'!
Now I think I remember using SWU's last year for trips completing AFTER 2/28.
So, is this a recent change?
Thanks in advance,
Ketan
Unfortunately, the CS agent may be even newer than the EXP agent you got on the phone, so not surprised with the response... That is presuming they even talked to someone in the first place. I hate not being able to trust the people I talk to.
Feb 5, 2013, 4:59 pm
#349
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Programs: AA PLT
Posts: 4
My GF, who barely flies at all just notified me of this targeted offer she received a few days ago, promo code HV3TT:
Reach AAdvantage Elite Status Faster And Keep It Through February 28, 2014
Simply fly the required number of miles shown below on eligible American Airlines, American Eagle, the AmericanConnection® carrier, British Airways, Iberia, Japan Airlines, and Qantas flights, as well as eligible codeshare flights between now and May 31, 2013.
Elite Status Level Required Miles
GLD 6,000
PLT 12,000
EXP 30,000
Are offers like these common? Are there any similar ones available for people who already have status? I was shocked that you could get it so easily and there's even an option to get EXP.
Reach AAdvantage Elite Status Faster And Keep It Through February 28, 2014
Simply fly the required number of miles shown below on eligible American Airlines, American Eagle, the AmericanConnection® carrier, British Airways, Iberia, Japan Airlines, and Qantas flights, as well as eligible codeshare flights between now and May 31, 2013.
Elite Status Level Required Miles
GLD 6,000
PLT 12,000
EXP 30,000
Are offers like these common? Are there any similar ones available for people who already have status? I was shocked that you could get it so easily and there's even an option to get EXP.
Feb 5, 2013, 5:22 pm
#350
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: US
Posts: 92
No, it isn't a change. However, there are some agents that are willing to put through the request and it does not get blocked. Your best bet is to call again and hope you get one of the more experienced agents that are willing to do it.
Unfortunately, the CS agent may be even newer than the EXP agent you got on the phone, so not surprised with the response... That is presuming they even talked to someone in the first place. I hate not being able to trust the people I talk to.
Unfortunately, the CS agent may be even newer than the EXP agent you got on the phone, so not surprised with the response... That is presuming they even talked to someone in the first place. I hate not being able to trust the people I talk to.
Last edited by kgdg; Feb 5, 2013 at 5:28 pm Reason: Ok, just called again, and this agent was nice and did it for me, this is really an exception to the rule...
Feb 5, 2013, 5:50 pm
#351
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 2
to buy or not to buy
Hi - First timer here. I am interested in the group's opinion on whether to buy miles or not. Looking at AA offer of up to 90k (60+30) miles for a limited time now.
Thanks
Thanks
Feb 5, 2013, 5:54 pm
#352
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Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Not here; there!
Programs: AA Lifetime Gold
Posts: 29,520
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Welcome to FT!
The answer to your question is very much dependent on what your intended use of the miles would be, and whether award seats would be available for your intended use on your desired dates of travel. Also, what would be the cost of simply purchasing a ticket instead of using miles?
Originally Posted by wlstockton88
Hi - First timer here. I am interested in the group's opinion on whether to buy miles or not. Looking at AA offer of up to 90k (60+30) miles for a limited time now.
Thanks
Thanks
The answer to your question is very much dependent on what your intended use of the miles would be, and whether award seats would be available for your intended use on your desired dates of travel. Also, what would be the cost of simply purchasing a ticket instead of using miles?
Feb 5, 2013, 7:18 pm
#353
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Join Date: May 2001
Location: MSY; 2-time FT Fantasy Football Champ, now in recovery.
Programs: AA lifetime GLD; UA Silver; Marriott LTTE; IHG Plat,
Posts: 14,517
My GF, who barely flies at all just notified me of this targeted offer she received a few days ago, promo code HV3TT:
Reach AAdvantage Elite Status Faster And Keep It Through February 28, 2014
Simply fly the required number of miles shown below on eligible American Airlines, American Eagle, the AmericanConnection® carrier, British Airways, Iberia, Japan Airlines, and Qantas flights, as well as eligible codeshare flights between now and May 31, 2013.
Elite Status Level Required Miles
GLD 6,000
PLT 12,000
EXP 30,000
Are offers like these common? Are there any similar ones available for people who already have status? I was shocked that you could get it so easily and there's even an option to get EXP.
Reach AAdvantage Elite Status Faster And Keep It Through February 28, 2014
Simply fly the required number of miles shown below on eligible American Airlines, American Eagle, the AmericanConnection® carrier, British Airways, Iberia, Japan Airlines, and Qantas flights, as well as eligible codeshare flights between now and May 31, 2013.
Elite Status Level Required Miles
GLD 6,000
PLT 12,000
EXP 30,000
Are offers like these common? Are there any similar ones available for people who already have status? I was shocked that you could get it so easily and there's even an option to get EXP.
Here's the current thread discussing this round of offers:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...ld-status.html
Feb 6, 2013, 7:06 am
#354
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 83
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OK, then.
I believe that SPG limits transfers to 79,999 Starpoints per day, but to maximize the 25% bonus, you would want to limit transfers to 60,000 Starpoints per day (converting to 75,000 AAdvantage miles). So you would just do two or three transfers on consecutive days.
Also, remember that AA permits you to hold award reservations for five days. That might or might not be enough time for the Starpoints to transfer.
And a belated welcome to FT!
OK, then.
I believe that SPG limits transfers to 79,999 Starpoints per day, but to maximize the 25% bonus, you would want to limit transfers to 60,000 Starpoints per day (converting to 75,000 AAdvantage miles). So you would just do two or three transfers on consecutive days.
Also, remember that AA permits you to hold award reservations for five days. That might or might not be enough time for the Starpoints to transfer.
And a belated welcome to FT!
Feb 6, 2013, 9:10 am
#355
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: SYD
Programs: QF WP
Posts: 1,799
Question:
I have a booking for SFO-LAX, in class Q "choice" fare, and I'm looking at changing the date for the flight. Would anyone know of the change fee off by heart, or can kindly provide the link to the policy on the website? I have been unable to find it (I'm not quite familiar with the AA website - I hardly ever venture out of the Asia-Pacific region). Also, I don't think the OW emerald status would come into any use here? Thanks.
I have a booking for SFO-LAX, in class Q "choice" fare, and I'm looking at changing the date for the flight. Would anyone know of the change fee off by heart, or can kindly provide the link to the policy on the website? I have been unable to find it (I'm not quite familiar with the AA website - I hardly ever venture out of the Asia-Pacific region). Also, I don't think the OW emerald status would come into any use here? Thanks.
Feb 6, 2013, 9:18 am
#356
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 10,947
Question:
I have a booking for SFO-LAX, in class Q "choice" fare, and I'm looking at changing the date for the flight. Would anyone know of the change fee off by heart, or can kindly provide the link to the policy on the website? I have been unable to find it (I'm not quite familiar with the AA website - I hardly ever venture out of the Asia-Pacific region). Also, I don't think the OW emerald status would come into any use here? Thanks.
I have a booking for SFO-LAX, in class Q "choice" fare, and I'm looking at changing the date for the flight. Would anyone know of the change fee off by heart, or can kindly provide the link to the policy on the website? I have been unable to find it (I'm not quite familiar with the AA website - I hardly ever venture out of the Asia-Pacific region). Also, I don't think the OW emerald status would come into any use here? Thanks.
There is $75 Confirmed Flight Change option that allows for a same day flight change starting 12 hours before the flight you want to take (space available).
Feb 6, 2013, 10:16 am
#357
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: SYD
Programs: QF WP
Posts: 1,799
Generally the change fee for a wholly domestic ticket is $150. If the flight is part of a larger international itinerary it can be much more. It all depends upon the specific fare rules of the tick you purchased.
There is $75 Confirmed Flight Change option that allows for a same day flight change starting 12 hours before the flight you want to take (space available).
There is $75 Confirmed Flight Change option that allows for a same day flight change starting 12 hours before the flight you want to take (space available).
Feb 6, 2013, 10:17 am
#358
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It's a single-sector booking, so it's $150 to change a flight that costs roughly half as much...
That's correct.
Originally Posted by Awesom Andy
Generally the change fee for a wholly domestic ticket is $150. If the flight is part of a larger international itinerary it can be much more. It all depends upon the specific fare rules of the tick you purchased.
There is $75 Confirmed Flight Change option that allows for a same day flight change starting 12 hours before the flight you want to take (space available).
There is $75 Confirmed Flight Change option that allows for a same day flight change starting 12 hours before the flight you want to take (space available).
Feb 6, 2013, 10:48 am
#359
Join Date: Apr 2012
Programs: AA EXP | US PLT | Marriott PLT Premier | IHG PLT
Posts: 168
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What will AA policy be for mce seating for elites?
Feb 6, 2013, 11:20 am
#360
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Join Date: May 2001
Location: MSY; 2-time FT Fantasy Football Champ, now in recovery.
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Here ya go:
AAdvantage® Executive Platinum, AAdvantage® Platinum, oneworld® Emerald and Sapphire, and customers who have purchased a full-fare Main Cabin ticket receive advance complimentary access to Main Cabin Extra seats. To celebrate the launch of this new seating product, AAdvantage® Gold and oneworld Ruby members will also have complimentary access to Main Cabin Extra seats through December 31, 2013.
http://www.aa.com/i18n/urls/mainCabinExtra.jsp
AAdvantage® Executive Platinum, AAdvantage® Platinum, oneworld® Emerald and Sapphire, and customers who have purchased a full-fare Main Cabin ticket receive advance complimentary access to Main Cabin Extra seats. To celebrate the launch of this new seating product, AAdvantage® Gold and oneworld Ruby members will also have complimentary access to Main Cabin Extra seats through December 31, 2013.
http://www.aa.com/i18n/urls/mainCabinExtra.jsp
