Gold status
 

New flyer here... I will go over 50K required for gold status on my outbound flight. Can I count on gold benefits on my return flight 4 days later? That's a transcontinental red-eye, so gold status may be very helpful to get an upgrade. Any info how fast does it kick in?

NYC_747 -

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Yes, right when your flights post to your account (sometimes can take a few days) you will get all of the benefits a Gold Elite is entitled to. You may want to go online or call and check on your status a few days before your flight to make sure everything posted OK.

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That's what I thought. I spoke to a silver-elite co representative last night and I was told that the gold benefits will start February next year. I thought this can't be right. Thanks!