MM status changes - when?
Oct 24, 2023 | 2:40 pm
#1
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Join Date: May 1999
Location: CVG
Programs: DL DM 4MM, Lifetime Marriott Plat Elite, HH Diamond
Posts: 1,435
MM status changes - when?
So I have read the multitude of prose on the DL site and here but can't seem to get this answer: When? January 1, 2024 or February 1, 2024? I have found two places on the DL site one referencing one and then another referencing the later. I hit the 4MM mark last month and am now "Platinum" and I have the ability to choose my 1 Choice benefit for 2024. I am planning some international travel for next year and am wondering if the new Diamond status will be granted effective 1/1/24 or 2/1/24? As an ex Diamond, I am looking forward to getting the GUC's back and the Clear membership.
Oct 24, 2023 | 2:46 pm
#2
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: MSP Mainly
Programs: Delta Diamond & 2.5M+ Miles - Bonvoy - Lifetime Titanium - DL AMEX Reserve
Posts: 268
Since the program resets on Feb 1st each year, it would make sense that's when the Lifetime status changes as well. Will "choice awards" be granted on lifetime status? Maybe only on actual level achieved each year. I didn't see that info.
Oct 24, 2023 | 3:07 pm
#3
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Join Date: May 1999
Location: CVG
Programs: DL DM 4MM, Lifetime Marriott Plat Elite, HH Diamond
Posts: 1,435
Others have reported that historically the choice benefits have been included, now will that continue? I hope so, otherwise the change doesn't bring a lot of value.
Oct 25, 2023 | 3:05 am
#4
Join Date: Sep 2023
Location: DFW
Programs: DL Charter DM/5MM-360⁰, Marriott Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium
Posts: 2
The new MM enhancements takes place at the start of the new Medallion year: 2/1/2024. Note that the "lifetime" complimentary status is not a one-time designation, but is actually awarded on an annual basis each new Medallion year (until the next Medallion rules change). A Delta representative confirmed to TPG that the status includes getting the Platinum benefit choice for 2MM and above recipients. Both Platinum and Diamond benefits are awarded for 3MM and a above. I personally am looking forward to what benefits the mysterious 360⁰ status means in addition to the Platinum/Diamond benefits arriving 2/1/2024, as I cross the 5MM line by the middle of Nov.
Oct 25, 2023 | 11:13 pm
#6
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Programs: Lifetime Hilton Diamond, Lifetime Marriott Titanium, "Lifetime" DL DM (subject to DL CEO whims)
Posts: 12,801
It is interesting that, even though I am a 3MM, the DL website still says that my status for next year will be PM.
Oct 25, 2023 | 11:23 pm
#7
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: SFO (Sonoma)
Programs: DL Charter DM/DM/2.4MM, IHG Diamond Elite, Marriott Bonvoy Titanium
Posts: 2,092
Oct 31, 2023 | 10:19 pm
#8
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Programs: Lifetime Hilton Diamond, Lifetime Marriott Titanium, "Lifetime" DL DM (subject to DL CEO whims)
Posts: 12,801
I just received this email form CLEAR:
"Your membership renews on December 1, 2023. Unless your SkyMiles Medallion Status changes before that time, your CLEAR membership will continue to be complimentary as a part of your Diamond Medallion benefits. As we continue investing in the CLEAR Plus experience, we have updated our pricing:
Platinum, Gold or Silver Medallion Member, the price for your primary account will increase from $109 to $149 on your renewal date"
If I interpret the CLEAR email literally, since I will still be a DM (my current status) on 12/1/23, I should continue to get complementary CLEAR from 12/1/23 forward.
Why am I not confident of that interpretation? (Past experience?) Why do I wonder if there isn't a Catch-22 hidden somewhere in that communication?
I don't want them extracting the PM cost of membership on 12/31/23, only to have that payment made unnecessary on 2/1/ 2024.