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#1111
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: London, England
Programs: BA Exec Club, Virgin FC
Posts: 443
Domestic F Meal service Question
All,
I wanted to ask this question in the 2012 meal service thread, but it was closed, so decided to pop it in here
I am planning to fly from WAS-LAS, and have three choices of routes, DCA-JFK-LAS, IAD-LAX-LAS, DCA-LAX-LAS
DCA-LAX and JFK-LAS is dinner, with IAD-LAX as lunch...of the three flights, which would offer a better meal service? If IAD/DCA-LAX is classed as transcon, i'm assuming these would offer the better meal service...?
Thanks in advance!!
ajws_83
I wanted to ask this question in the 2012 meal service thread, but it was closed, so decided to pop it in here
I am planning to fly from WAS-LAS, and have three choices of routes, DCA-JFK-LAS, IAD-LAX-LAS, DCA-LAX-LAS
DCA-LAX and JFK-LAS is dinner, with IAD-LAX as lunch...of the three flights, which would offer a better meal service? If IAD/DCA-LAX is classed as transcon, i'm assuming these would offer the better meal service...?
Thanks in advance!!
ajws_83
Last edited by ajws_83; Apr 28, 2013 at 5:21 pm
#1112
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,245
Upgrade wait list
Hi all. I'm new to AA, so learning the rules. Something happened on trip I'm on and I'm looking for some advice on how to avoid a repeat.
About 2 months ago, I booked DCA-DFW-LIM round trip in economy. After the flight was ticketed, I called the ExPlat desk to apply eVIPs to the the PNR. They wait listed me on all segments.
About a week later, I log into AA.com and realize I can't see upgrade status on the site (or that an upgrade was even requested), like I'm used to on UA. I call AA back to confirm that I'm wait listed. They say yes.
Cut to today. No upgrade on DCA-DFW. No problem. I know that DFW-LIM is zeroed out in C, so I don't expect anything. When I get to the gate though, I notice that my name isn't even on the "Upgrade Requested" screen. I ask the GA if I'm in the system at all for the request. She says no.
So my question is, what happened? And is there a way to prevent me from disappearing off the upgrade list? I plan to call AA when I get to LIM, so I hope to at least have a shot at the upgrade.
Thanks!
About 2 months ago, I booked DCA-DFW-LIM round trip in economy. After the flight was ticketed, I called the ExPlat desk to apply eVIPs to the the PNR. They wait listed me on all segments.
About a week later, I log into AA.com and realize I can't see upgrade status on the site (or that an upgrade was even requested), like I'm used to on UA. I call AA back to confirm that I'm wait listed. They say yes.
Cut to today. No upgrade on DCA-DFW. No problem. I know that DFW-LIM is zeroed out in C, so I don't expect anything. When I get to the gate though, I notice that my name isn't even on the "Upgrade Requested" screen. I ask the GA if I'm in the system at all for the request. She says no.
So my question is, what happened? And is there a way to prevent me from disappearing off the upgrade list? I plan to call AA when I get to LIM, so I hope to at least have a shot at the upgrade.
Thanks!
#1113
Join Date: Mar 2011
Programs: AA Platinum Pro, Hilton Diamond, Hyatt Exploralist, Marriot Silver
Posts: 2,065
Hi all. I'm new to AA, so learning the rules. Something happened on trip I'm on and I'm looking for some advice on how to avoid a repeat.
About 2 months ago, I booked DCA-DFW-LIM round trip in economy. After the flight was ticketed, I called the ExPlat desk to apply eVIPs to the the PNR. They wait listed me on all segments.
About a week later, I log into AA.com and realize I can't see upgrade status on the site (or that an upgrade was even requested), like I'm used to on UA. I call AA back to confirm that I'm wait listed. They say yes.
Cut to today. No upgrade on DCA-DFW. No problem. I know that DFW-LIM is zeroed out in C, so I don't expect anything. When I get to the gate though, I notice that my name isn't even on the "Upgrade Requested" screen. I ask the GA if I'm in the system at all for the request. She says no.
So my question is, what happened? And is there a way to prevent me from disappearing off the upgrade list? I plan to call AA when I get to LIM, so I hope to at least have a shot at the upgrade.
Thanks!
About 2 months ago, I booked DCA-DFW-LIM round trip in economy. After the flight was ticketed, I called the ExPlat desk to apply eVIPs to the the PNR. They wait listed me on all segments.
About a week later, I log into AA.com and realize I can't see upgrade status on the site (or that an upgrade was even requested), like I'm used to on UA. I call AA back to confirm that I'm wait listed. They say yes.
Cut to today. No upgrade on DCA-DFW. No problem. I know that DFW-LIM is zeroed out in C, so I don't expect anything. When I get to the gate though, I notice that my name isn't even on the "Upgrade Requested" screen. I ask the GA if I'm in the system at all for the request. She says no.
So my question is, what happened? And is there a way to prevent me from disappearing off the upgrade list? I plan to call AA when I get to LIM, so I hope to at least have a shot at the upgrade.
Thanks!
For what it's worth, there is no conflict between the phone reps saying that you've been waitlisted and not seeing it in your online reservation. There is no similar notice like the one you see when a UA GPU gets waitlisted. I know, it takes faith in the system, but it is what it is.
#1114
Moderator: American AAdvantage
Join Date: May 2000
Location: NorCal - SMF area
Programs: AA LT Plat; HH LT Diamond, Matre-plongeur des Muccis
Posts: 62,948
Why the 2012 thread? Wouldn't the 2013 thread be more appropriate anyway?
All,
I wanted to ask this question in the 2012 meal service thread, but it was closed, so decided to pop it in here
I am planning to fly from WAS-LAS, and have three choices of routes, DCA-JFK-LAS, IAD-LAX-LAS, DCA-LAX-LAS
DCA-LAX and JFK-LAS is dinner, with IAD-LAX as lunch...of the three flights, which would offer a better meal service? If IAD/DCA-LAX is classed as transcon, i'm assuming these would offer the better meal service...?
Thanks in advance!!
ajws_83
I wanted to ask this question in the 2012 meal service thread, but it was closed, so decided to pop it in here
I am planning to fly from WAS-LAS, and have three choices of routes, DCA-JFK-LAS, IAD-LAX-LAS, DCA-LAX-LAS
DCA-LAX and JFK-LAS is dinner, with IAD-LAX as lunch...of the three flights, which would offer a better meal service? If IAD/DCA-LAX is classed as transcon, i'm assuming these would offer the better meal service...?
Thanks in advance!!
ajws_83
#1115
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: London, England
Programs: BA Exec Club, Virgin FC
Posts: 443
Why the 2012 thread? Wouldn't the 2013 thread be more appropriate anyway?
#1116
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 2,592
I found a reasonable good price in J (about 2k euros) ticket CDG-BKK with CX on CX web site.
Will I have AA EQM ,? (meant 100% of the BIS miles)
My 100% plat bonus ?
Will I have AA EQM ,? (meant 100% of the BIS miles)
My 100% plat bonus ?
#1117
Join Date: Jun 2005
Programs: star alliance
Posts: 7
Business/First sale this summer.
Because of the sale I was looking into Business/First fares for Rome in late August, however, I am not that interested in going to Rome in August. Does AA have a history of offering similar sales for November? As it is right now, my wife and I can fly First in August for much less than Business in November. One is in the busy season and the other in low season. What gives? Thanks.
#1118
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 2
Trade-offs when switching loyalty programs?
New to the forums and travelling for business... I just hit Silver with UA, but my travel destination is changing from DEN > LAX to DEN > DFW. There isn't a good departing UA flight to DFW at the time I need, so I am considering flying AA instead. I'm having a hard time considering the trade-offs between switching loyalty programs.
My questions are:
1. Is it worth it to completely switch airline affiliation from UA to AA? I prefer UA since DEN is a hub, but since I am just beginning to gain status I could be convinced to switch.
2. If I do switch to AA, should I fly all flights AA, or continue gaining points on both AA and UA (e.g. Fly AA Mondays, fly UA Thursdays)?
3. Should I pay the $100/$180 to do the Gold/Platinum challenge? DEN > DFW is less than 700 miles one way and I'm not sure if I could get enough miles to make status anyways. I've also seen talk of those Instant Elite emails going out, getting one of those would solve all of my problems...
4. There is a decent Frontier flight Monday mornings... is that even worth consideration?
Thanks in advance!
My questions are:
1. Is it worth it to completely switch airline affiliation from UA to AA? I prefer UA since DEN is a hub, but since I am just beginning to gain status I could be convinced to switch.
2. If I do switch to AA, should I fly all flights AA, or continue gaining points on both AA and UA (e.g. Fly AA Mondays, fly UA Thursdays)?
3. Should I pay the $100/$180 to do the Gold/Platinum challenge? DEN > DFW is less than 700 miles one way and I'm not sure if I could get enough miles to make status anyways. I've also seen talk of those Instant Elite emails going out, getting one of those would solve all of my problems...
4. There is a decent Frontier flight Monday mornings... is that even worth consideration?
Thanks in advance!
#1119
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,245
There are two separate waitlists. One for before the flight, and another at the airport (kicks in about T-3 hours or so). I'm guessing the best explanation is that you were indeed on the waitlist before the flight, but somehow was not added to the airport waitlist.
For what it's worth, there is no conflict between the phone reps saying that you've been waitlisted and not seeing it in your online reservation. There is no similar notice like the one you see when a UA GPU gets waitlisted. I know, it takes faith in the system, but it is what it is.
For what it's worth, there is no conflict between the phone reps saying that you've been waitlisted and not seeing it in your online reservation. There is no similar notice like the one you see when a UA GPU gets waitlisted. I know, it takes faith in the system, but it is what it is.
She suggested that when I check in for my flight home, I specifically ask to be put onto the Airport waitlist. Lesson learned.
#1120
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Chicago
Programs: AA EXP, Hilton Diamond, Bonvoy Titanium Elite, National Executive
Posts: 596
@Cedric
I'll assume that is roundtrip since I did a notional search and found 2300€ on same route. You should get 14038 EQM, 21057 EQP, and somewhere around 31585 RDM if you're already PLT or above. If you are not, now would be the time to do a PLT challenge--meet the requirement before reaching Krungthep
I'll assume that is roundtrip since I did a notional search and found 2300€ on same route. You should get 14038 EQM, 21057 EQP, and somewhere around 31585 RDM if you're already PLT or above. If you are not, now would be the time to do a PLT challenge--meet the requirement before reaching Krungthep
#1121
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 2,592
@Cedric
I'll assume that is roundtrip since I did a notional search and found 2300 on same route. You should get 14038 EQM, 21057 EQP, and somewhere around 31585 RDM if you're already PLT or above. If you are not, now would be the time to do a PLT challenge--meet the requirement before reaching Krungthep
I'll assume that is roundtrip since I did a notional search and found 2300 on same route. You should get 14038 EQM, 21057 EQP, and somewhere around 31585 RDM if you're already PLT or above. If you are not, now would be the time to do a PLT challenge--meet the requirement before reaching Krungthep
Few years ago, flying a cheap Y ticket CDG-HKG-SYD I had 0 EQM - 0 RDM - 0 EQP. Was afraid to do the same mistake again
#1122
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: SIN
Programs: EK Blue, EY Guest, AA, QR
Posts: 288
Booking 2 itineraries and placing them on hold can mean the earlier itinerary gets canceled automatically
However if I have a ticket issued for an itinerary and i create a 2nd reservation for the same travel dates, is there a chance the ticket gets cancelled?
However if I have a ticket issued for an itinerary and i create a 2nd reservation for the same travel dates, is there a chance the ticket gets cancelled?
#1123
In Memoriam, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Benicia CA
Programs: Alaska MVP Gold 75K, AA 3.8MM, UA 1.1MM, enjoying the retired life
Posts: 31,849
2. If I do switch to AA, should I fly all flights AA, or continue gaining points on both AA and UA (e.g. Fly AA Mondays, fly UA Thursdays)?
3. Should I pay the $100/$180 to do the Gold/Platinum challenge? DEN > DFW is less than 700 miles one
4. There is a decent Frontier flight Monday mornings... is that even worth consideration?
#1124
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: BER, SAT, AUS
Programs: Feels like FO (AA EXP)
Posts: 1,611
I am fairly new to AA and I seem to be unable to make heads and tails from some of the rules/operational decisions. I'd like to seek clarification on the following points:
- I had booked a H-class ticket with an international r/t that I had to cancel. This has been 14 days ago and I still have not received any cancellation confirmation. The ticket itself is gone from the "my trips" overview. I'd still need a confirmation of the cancellation for reimbursement. Is it normal to not get a confirmation?
- Despite having an upgrade success ratio form 100%, I ended up in Y after IROPS. The funny thing is that I was twice in the first row of coach with F seats being vacant during the flight. Is it normal to not be considered for an upgrade after you suffered irregular operations?
- Almost all international trips that involve a partner (so far IB, BA, and AB) add an IROP-to-be-happen aspect by not being able to provide all BP's in advance. Yesterday, I had to spend 15 minutes in LHR and 10 in DTW at the transfer desk to get my next BP's - very inconvenient on a 1:45 connection with immigration and a slight BA delay. Unfortunately, whenever a partner is involved the occasional kiosk is saying to contact an agent ... is there a way around this?
Thank you for any replies.
- I had booked a H-class ticket with an international r/t that I had to cancel. This has been 14 days ago and I still have not received any cancellation confirmation. The ticket itself is gone from the "my trips" overview. I'd still need a confirmation of the cancellation for reimbursement. Is it normal to not get a confirmation?
- Despite having an upgrade success ratio form 100%, I ended up in Y after IROPS. The funny thing is that I was twice in the first row of coach with F seats being vacant during the flight. Is it normal to not be considered for an upgrade after you suffered irregular operations?
- Almost all international trips that involve a partner (so far IB, BA, and AB) add an IROP-to-be-happen aspect by not being able to provide all BP's in advance. Yesterday, I had to spend 15 minutes in LHR and 10 in DTW at the transfer desk to get my next BP's - very inconvenient on a 1:45 connection with immigration and a slight BA delay. Unfortunately, whenever a partner is involved the occasional kiosk is saying to contact an agent ... is there a way around this?
Thank you for any replies.
#1125
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: DCA
Programs: AA, AS, Hyatt
Posts: 978
I used this tool from the FAQ, and it said I do, but when I plugged in CX Gold, but when I plugged in any level on AA it said no, which cant be right?! http://flyertools.kduarte.com/oneworld-lounge-access/