Sep 9, 2013, 10:46 am
Last edit by: Microwave
MODERATOR NOTE
Good day new AA flyers and those seeking AA status through this promotion,
In the interest of keeping this thread on topic and relevant, I'd like to add some clarity for our newer AAdvantage members here. While there is a wealth of information in this thread on the promotion in question, this thread is not a help desk for questions that are readily answered in forum FAQs.
For those with questions about how the AAdvantage programme works, please start with the sticky threads at the top of the forum thread list. The FAQs especially have a lot of helpful information. If you're still stuck, and you feel you've got a "basic" question, try the Newbie Lounge. If your question is specific to one of the topics covered in our Help Desk threads, head there for answers. If a consolidated thread already exists, check there first to see if your question is answered already.
This thread will be more strictly moderated to ensure it stays on topic. We welcome all new AA flyers to the fold, but posts need to stay on topic to keep our forum organised and findable. Thanks to everyone for cooperating and understanding.
~Moderator
Good day new AA flyers and those seeking AA status through this promotion,
In the interest of keeping this thread on topic and relevant, I'd like to add some clarity for our newer AAdvantage members here. While there is a wealth of information in this thread on the promotion in question, this thread is not a help desk for questions that are readily answered in forum FAQs.
For those with questions about how the AAdvantage programme works, please start with the sticky threads at the top of the forum thread list. The FAQs especially have a lot of helpful information. If you're still stuck, and you feel you've got a "basic" question, try the Newbie Lounge. If your question is specific to one of the topics covered in our Help Desk threads, head there for answers. If a consolidated thread already exists, check there first to see if your question is answered already.
This thread will be more strictly moderated to ensure it stays on topic. We welcome all new AA flyers to the fold, but posts need to stay on topic to keep our forum organised and findable. Thanks to everyone for cooperating and understanding.
~Moderator
Fast Track To Elite Promo (2013 - no fee or EQP requirement) [TARGETED? Link dead.]
Aug 18, 2013, 2:30 pm
#631
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Hong Kong
Programs: CX MarcoPolo (SL), BA Executive Club (GO)
Posts: 1,852
This is from the T&C for earning status the regular way. I assume, or will work under the assumption that this still applies for the fast track:
Members must fly at least four segments on American Airlines, American Eagle or the American Connection carrier to qualify for AAdvantage Executive Platinum, AAdvantage Platinum or AAdvantage Gold status within the qualifying year.
Members must fly at least four segments on American Airlines, American Eagle or the American Connection carrier to qualify for AAdvantage Executive Platinum, AAdvantage Platinum or AAdvantage Gold status within the qualifying year.
Aug 18, 2013, 4:05 pm
#632
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: LAX
Programs: AA Gold, Marriott Gold
Posts: 54
Question, if I buy a Q fare ticket, does that mean I will only earn half the miles required for this promotion?
Thanks
Thanks
Aug 18, 2013, 4:27 pm
#633
Join Date: May 2006
Location: SAN
Programs: Lots of faux metal
Posts: 6,425
As a general recommendation to all the newbies coming out of the woodwork asking questions, check the newbie sticky first.
Aug 18, 2013, 4:29 pm
#634
Join Date: Aug 2008
Programs: AA EXP
Posts: 1,714
http://www.aa.com/i18n/AAdvantage/ea...s/american.jsp
Aug 18, 2013, 4:31 pm
#635
Formerly known as UATexasFlyer
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: AUS
Programs: AA EXP, Hyatt Diamond, Marriott Lifetime Plat, Natl. Car Exec Elite, UA 1MM, *G
Posts: 451
They were eager for some of my weekly business and I'm tired of flying on regional jets for 3-4 hours with only cold cheese & cracker for a meal in F.
My EXP challenge is 25K EQPs not miles.
Aug 18, 2013, 5:30 pm
#636
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: LAX
Programs: AA EXP
Posts: 946
I am thrilled that AA has pulled the promotion.
I am sick and tired of AA handing out EXP like candy, while the rest of us have to bust our **** to truly earn it.
Try doing 100 segments - now that's earning it.
Go ahead - I know I will be blasted for this and I could care less to be honest.
I am sick and tired of AA handing out EXP like candy, while the rest of us have to bust our **** to truly earn it.
Try doing 100 segments - now that's earning it.
Go ahead - I know I will be blasted for this and I could care less to be honest.
This promotion targets EQM. My understanding is that every flight earns 100% EQM (elite qualifying miles). Any fare that earns .5 EQP still earns full EQM. So you will get full miles.
Aug 18, 2013, 5:40 pm
#637
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: LAS
Programs: DL PM, UA PS, Hyatt Globalist, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 4,904
In regards to the number of new EXPs ...
First there's this idea that "kettles" will get EXP and severely dilute the program. For one thing, a kettle had to sign up for the link while it was alive, which wasn't that long. Many hardcore FTers didn't sign up in time.
But even if a kettle signed up, they still need 30K EQM for EXP. That's not easy to do in 4 months. Sure, they might have a trip to Europe on the books, but that's maybe 11K max? Kettles don't understand mileage runs or know how to start on those -- that is the FTer crowd.
And even if someone gets EXP, they're not going to dilute the value unless they actually continue to fly with AA. In which case, kudos to AA for getting a new loyal customer.
First there's this idea that "kettles" will get EXP and severely dilute the program. For one thing, a kettle had to sign up for the link while it was alive, which wasn't that long. Many hardcore FTers didn't sign up in time.
But even if a kettle signed up, they still need 30K EQM for EXP. That's not easy to do in 4 months. Sure, they might have a trip to Europe on the books, but that's maybe 11K max? Kettles don't understand mileage runs or know how to start on those -- that is the FTer crowd.
And even if someone gets EXP, they're not going to dilute the value unless they actually continue to fly with AA. In which case, kudos to AA for getting a new loyal customer.
Aug 18, 2013, 5:46 pm
#639
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 794
Road warriors forget how hard it is to earn 30k within 4 months. Kettles can't even earn 25k within 12 months as is.
People who truly benefits are heavy elites from UA/DL who got their free challenge.
I thought AA was just waiting for DL/UA to do something crazy to piss off customers and then releasing the offer. Earlier in the same day, DL announced mile devaluation. I was thinking, sneaky AA.
People who truly benefits are heavy elites from UA/DL who got their free challenge.
I thought AA was just waiting for DL/UA to do something crazy to piss off customers and then releasing the offer. Earlier in the same day, DL announced mile devaluation. I was thinking, sneaky AA.
Aug 18, 2013, 5:53 pm
#640
Join Date: May 2006
Location: SAN
Programs: Lots of faux metal
Posts: 6,425
Aug 18, 2013, 6:09 pm
#641
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 6,385
In regards to the number of new EXPs ...
First there's this idea that "kettles" will get EXP and severely dilute the program. For one thing, a kettle had to sign up for the link while it was alive, which wasn't that long. Many hardcore FTers didn't sign up in time.
But even if a kettle signed up, they still need 30K EQM for EXP. That's not easy to do in 4 months. Sure, they might have a trip to Europe on the books, but that's maybe 11K max? Kettles don't understand mileage runs or know how to start on those -- that is the FTer crowd.
And even if someone gets EXP, they're not going to dilute the value unless they actually continue to fly with AA. In which case, kudos to AA for getting a new loyal customer.
First there's this idea that "kettles" will get EXP and severely dilute the program. For one thing, a kettle had to sign up for the link while it was alive, which wasn't that long. Many hardcore FTers didn't sign up in time.
But even if a kettle signed up, they still need 30K EQM for EXP. That's not easy to do in 4 months. Sure, they might have a trip to Europe on the books, but that's maybe 11K max? Kettles don't understand mileage runs or know how to start on those -- that is the FTer crowd.
And even if someone gets EXP, they're not going to dilute the value unless they actually continue to fly with AA. In which case, kudos to AA for getting a new loyal customer.
I have to agree with you.
How many kettles are actually got to register, and are going to run 30k EQM?
Then actually take advantage of benefits the next year?
Not very many.
Oh wait... me! *raises hand*
Aug 18, 2013, 6:16 pm
#642
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Austin, TX
Programs: AA LT Plat, UA 1k/1mm+, National EE, IC Plat, Bonvoy Gold
Posts: 2,605
And I challenge that someone flying 30k once in 4 months even comes close to approaching those of us who have been EXP continuously for over a decade or even anyone else flying a full 100k in 12 months...
Aug 18, 2013, 6:22 pm
#643
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Miami BCH., FLorida
Programs: AA:EXP, GLD:A.Argen., Etihad; Turk SIL:UA, VS; HOT.GLD:ClubC, Loews, SPG; PL:Ritz, Hil, IHG, BtW., R
Posts: 261
Existing gold for life and plat. for life AA does not necessarily have them, they have AA. But not for this promotion, alas.
Aug 18, 2013, 6:25 pm
#644
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Austin, TX
Programs: AA LT Plat, UA 1k/1mm+, National EE, IC Plat, Bonvoy Gold
Posts: 2,605
It only makes sense to shut down the promo if they were getting far more participation than they expected...
This promo wouldn't be nearly as offensive if AA had used EQP instead of EQM and if the earnings rate would have been commensurate with that which the rest of us have to abide by. 33EQP in 4 months is still lame, but at least not completely ridiculous. But 30k EQMs in 4 months is just completely stupid.
Aug 18, 2013, 6:42 pm
#645
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: TX, USA
Programs: AA DL UR AGR
Posts: 191
You're asking if I read nearly two thousand newbie posts before signing up so that I'd know to make a copy of every single linked page before it was suddenly deleted? No, I honestly didn't realize that AA routinely makes offers which infuriate their elites only to suddenly remove them just as quickly at the first sign of whining.