Gold, Platinum or Plat Pro Status – “on us” (Jan 2018)
Sep 9, 17, 11:49 am
#61
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: USA
Programs: Chase Sapphire Reserve, WFBF
Posts: 1,562
If it's an experimental promo, there might be *some* random element to it (define a target cohort of customers, offer the promo to a random subset of them in order to ensure a proper control sample). However, the target cohort should be very carefully chosen, experiment or not. And since several people in this relatively tiny community have reported receiving the offer, I suspect it's more than just a narrow experiment.
1. Someone who flies enough that status would be meaningful to them.
2. Someone who cares enough about airline award programs that they would open the e-mail.
3. Someone who is willing to make a meaningful change in their purchasing behavior or brand loyalty based on a promotional offer.
It's a pretty small group of people in the world at large, but there are a lot of FTers that fit this profile.
Sep 9, 17, 12:02 pm
#62
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: MIA
Programs: AA EXP (AC), DL G (SC), Bonvoy LTP, & IHG AMB
Posts: 1,796
Ditto. LOL. Now zones 1 to 4 might consist of 3/4 of the plane as opposed to 2/3. Oh well.
Had to? Really? No, you chose "to earn X amount of miles in a given time frame" so that you could get a little plastic card, a better shot at an upgrade, and a different telephone number to call. Just like everyone else who took up the challenge. Seriously, some people got a targeted promotion others don't; why the outrage? IIRC UA did the same thing last year. Now AA is doing it.
And just in case, you're wondering my EXP came from over 40 r/ts between BOS and LGA and another 25 or so between BOS and DCA. I wasn't sitting in any Flaagship Suites on a 777 or an A321T. Aside from the few trips to LHR and the odd vacation here and there, 90% of my flights are sub-500 miles. That's earning a status IMO...
And just in case, you're wondering my EXP came from over 40 r/ts between BOS and LGA and another 25 or so between BOS and DCA. I wasn't sitting in any Flaagship Suites on a 777 or an A321T. Aside from the few trips to LHR and the odd vacation here and there, 90% of my flights are sub-500 miles. That's earning a status IMO...
Sep 9, 17, 12:28 pm
#64
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Wanting First. Buying First.
Programs: Lifetime Executive Diamond Platinum VIP with Braniff, Eastern, Midway, National & Pan Am
Posts: 14,343
You shouldn't. With or without targeted promos. I think it's funny that anyone still tries to earn airline status.
I'm done with chasing airline status. After previously being EXP & PLT in various years I will now remain AA lifetime Gold unless my flying naturally happens to take me over the hurdle to another level in certain years. I will not spend a single incremental dollar nor fly a single incremental segment to chase a different color frequent flyer card.
But, I'm flying first class more than ever! And my bank account loves me for it. All that money that FTers waste on mileage runs is much better spent on buying up to first class/MCE/tickets on better airlines.
This! ^ I think it's hilarious that the poster whining about this latest targeted promo "earned" his status via a different targeted promo.
And you correctly point out that there is practically no benefit to status that can't be replicated by just buying up to a premium cabin ticket (save for a special, not-so-secret, phone number. whoop de freakin do!)
I'm done with chasing airline status. After previously being EXP & PLT in various years I will now remain AA lifetime Gold unless my flying naturally happens to take me over the hurdle to another level in certain years. I will not spend a single incremental dollar nor fly a single incremental segment to chase a different color frequent flyer card.
But, I'm flying first class more than ever! And my bank account loves me for it. All that money that FTers waste on mileage runs is much better spent on buying up to first class/MCE/tickets on better airlines.
And you correctly point out that there is practically no benefit to status that can't be replicated by just buying up to a premium cabin ticket (save for a special, not-so-secret, phone number. whoop de freakin do!)
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Sep 9, 17, 1:07 pm
#65
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Wesley Chapel, FL
Programs: American Airlines
Posts: 27,977
And just in case, you're wondering my EXP came from over 40 r/ts between BOS and LGA and another 25 or so between BOS and DCA. I wasn't sitting in any Flaagship Suites on a 777 or an A321T. Aside from the few trips to LHR and the odd vacation here and there, 90% of my flights are sub-500 miles. That's earning a status IMO...
Would you like a medal?
Sep 9, 17, 4:06 pm
#67
Join Date: Jan 2002
Location: DCA/IAD/WAS
Programs: MAR AMB, WOH Explorist, AA EXP, UA 2P
Posts: 2,106
What does that have to do with anything? These are people who aren't flying AA as it is.
Sep 10, 17, 12:43 pm
#70
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Wanting First. Buying First.
Programs: Lifetime Executive Diamond Platinum VIP with Braniff, Eastern, Midway, National & Pan Am
Posts: 14,343
Sep 10, 17, 12:58 pm
#71
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Dallas
Programs: AAdvantage EXP, IHG Spire, Marriott Gold, HHonors Gold, National Executive Elite
Posts: 1,522
I am not too sure Platinum holds any benefit for me. I was EXP for 12 years, then dropped to PLT for two years, and now been back at EXP for 2 years. This year was absolutely the worst, as in 54 flights so far this year, I am less than 10% in F/J. Several times, I have been #15 or more on the upgrade list.
If I am going to fly coach next year, Virgin and United fly my common routes direct and I am certainly going to try it.
If I am going to fly coach next year, Virgin and United fly my common routes direct and I am certainly going to try it.
Sep 11, 17, 7:15 pm
#72
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: DSM
Programs: UA 1K, AA EP, DL PL, HH Dia, Marriott Gld, National Exp
Posts: 714
My offer for PLT status/20 certs arrived by snail-mail today. No status now or ever on AA and in fact I paid for only one AA one-way F seat MCO-ORD 2 years ago, because was only $50 more than coach when factor in checked bags. I am 1K on United and PLT on Delta, flying 260 domestic segments/year and have already renewed UA and DL status for next year. So, I may try this out as sort of a status challenge. Know how the AA FF feel as UA did something similar last year ...
Sep 11, 17, 10:00 pm
#73
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 523
I decided to check my wife's email after reading this thread and found the promotion for Platinum. She has no status. She flies about 3 trips a year in F or J.
This promo is great as we are flying all paid J to Brazil in October. She will then keep status until Jan 31st 2019 because she will meet EQM and EQDs promotion extension period.
My 3 and 5 year old are also traveling and did not receive the offer LOL.
This promo is great as we are flying all paid J to Brazil in October. She will then keep status until Jan 31st 2019 because she will meet EQM and EQDs promotion extension period.
My 3 and 5 year old are also traveling and did not receive the offer LOL.
Sep 12, 17, 3:00 pm
#74
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 523
You shouldn't. With or without targeted promos. I think it's funny that anyone still tries to earn airline status.
I'm done with chasing airline status. After previously being EXP & PLT in various years I will now remain AA lifetime Gold unless my flying naturally happens to take me over the hurdle to another level in certain years. I will not spend a single incremental dollar nor fly a single incremental segment to chase a different color frequent flyer card.
But, I'm flying first class more than ever! And my bank account loves me for it. All that money that FTers waste on mileage runs is much better spent on buying up to first class/MCE/tickets on better airlines.
This! ^ I think it's hilarious that the poster whining about this latest targeted promo "earned" his status via a different targeted promo.
And you correctly point out that there is practically no benefit to status that can't be replicated by just buying up to a premium cabin ticket (save for a special, not-so-secret, phone number. whoop de freakin do!)
I'm done with chasing airline status. After previously being EXP & PLT in various years I will now remain AA lifetime Gold unless my flying naturally happens to take me over the hurdle to another level in certain years. I will not spend a single incremental dollar nor fly a single incremental segment to chase a different color frequent flyer card.
But, I'm flying first class more than ever! And my bank account loves me for it. All that money that FTers waste on mileage runs is much better spent on buying up to first class/MCE/tickets on better airlines.
This! ^ I think it's hilarious that the poster whining about this latest targeted promo "earned" his status via a different targeted promo.
And you correctly point out that there is practically no benefit to status that can't be replicated by just buying up to a premium cabin ticket (save for a special, not-so-secret, phone number. whoop de freakin do!)
Sep 12, 17, 4:50 pm
#75
Join Date: Sep 2000
Location: New York, New York
Programs: AA Gold, Alaska MVP; Free Agent Super Duper Diamond Treasure Chest ;)
Posts: 4,681
I am one of those who got this free Plat status the last time around when they were giving it away. It did nothing to change my travel plans, except the one flight on MH/JAL that was the cheapest anyway. I did use the three lounges at NRT (I had a ten hour layover) and the 60% Plat bonus was welcome too.
