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Dec 15, 2011 | 2:48 pm

#391

FlyMeToTheLooneyBin

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Quote:

Originally Posted by kpowed

No, I don't have any status on AA. But I have done some long haul international flying (i.e. SFO-SYD in Y) and I'm guessing this will be somewhat similar.

So the first 25k miles will be in the back, then I can use the stickers, right? How long will it take for those to hit the account once I cross 25k EQM? And can I use them on an existing reservation, since I'm trying to get everything done in Jan.

The main difference between long haul flying and domestic MRs is that you don't get good sleep. It's always broken up.

Dec 15, 2011 | 2:50 pm

#392

arollins

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You first need to get status before getting stickies.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kpowed

So, fly 25k miles and you are gold, then fly 10k miles & you will get 4 stickies. I think it will be tough to get upgrades with stickies on this route.

Dec 15, 2011 | 2:56 pm

#393

kpowed

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Quote:

Originally Posted by arollins

So, fly 25k miles and you are gold, then fly 10k miles & you will get 4 stickies. I think it will be tough to get upgrades with stickies on this route.

So they clear after EXP upgrades?

Dec 15, 2011 | 2:56 pm

#394

WanderLuster

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We should try to set up some sort of meet-up of special (or is that insane) people.

We're bound to be on the same flights/in the same clubs/wandering around the same airports in a zombie-like state after too many red-eyes.

Dec 15, 2011 | 3:00 pm

#395

Science Goy

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Originally Posted by WanderLuster

That's what I was thinking. Would this be an appropriate separate thread?

Maybe schedule a night out in Fort Lauderdale one weekend, since that seems to be one of the better deals?

Dec 15, 2011 | 3:00 pm

#396

Ambraciot

Join Date: Jun 2011

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Quote:

Originally Posted by arollins

So, fly 25k miles and you are gold, then fly 10k miles & you will get 4 stickies. I think it will be tough to get upgrades with stickies on this route.

To clarify while the 25k miles is EQM (2x or 3x BIS), the 10k miles with status is actual BIS flying, though you do get credit for the flight that makes you elite. This means that kpowed will probably make Platinum before any stickers post. They can however be bought for $30 each, if an upgrade clears.

Upgrades clear EXP then Plat then Gold with priority given to full fare passengers. Companions of an elite will clear with their travel partner.

Dec 15, 2011 | 3:19 pm

#397

kpowed

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Science Goy

That's what I was thinking. Would this be an appropriate separate thread?

Maybe schedule a night out in Fort Lauderdale one weekend, since that seems to be one of the better deals?

I'd be up for it, however I can't find a weekend with SFO-ORD-FLL-ORD-SFO for ~$300.

So far, I'm booked for 9 SFO-ORD-SFO quick turns.

Dec 15, 2011 | 6:32 pm

#398

uxb

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Quote:

Originally Posted by kpowed

I'd be up for it, however I can't find a weekend with SFO-ORD-FLL-ORD-SFO for ~$300.

So far, I'm booked for 9 SFO-ORD-SFO quick turns.

I noticed a few of you are doing routes through ORD. I guess many of you have forgotten that it's winter. Just saying for those of you who are stacking MRs...

Happy Travels!

Dec 15, 2011 | 6:44 pm

#399

TheBOSman

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Quote:

Originally Posted by uxb

I noticed a few of you are doing routes through ORD. I guess many of you have forgotten that it's winter. Just saying for those of you who are stacking MRs...

Happy Travels!

Indeed, I'm quite happy that all of my MRs avoid ORD. Unfortunately, my vacation flight (the one I actually don't want to miss!) goes through ORD in the middle of January. Hopefully it's a warm January in Chicago

Dec 15, 2011 | 6:47 pm

#400

rahul408

Join Date: Dec 2011

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Great!!!

I am AA PLAT. So I plan to earn 28000 miles (20000 EQM) in the next two weeks by flying ORD-LAX

Dec 15, 2011 | 6:48 pm

#401

JY1024

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Science Goy

That's what I was thinking. Would this be an appropriate separate thread?

FlightConnect is the appropriate venue to post flights and arrange meetups privately: http://www.flyertalk.com/flightconnect/

Dec 15, 2011 | 6:49 pm

#402

Cofyknsult

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mango315

I 99% know the answer, but i have to ask

i need to be in Arg in a few weeks for work and I just booked LAN business so i can get 180 degree sleep

well I just found out that i will actually need to start and end my trip in uruguay, so i would really benefit from just doing NY to Montevideo via MIA in american business

now i just found out about this promotion so i am really pissed...is there any chance they will include a LAN flight in this promotion???

Can't you just CANCEL and GET a REFUND for Business Class on LAN ? Then rebook on AA....

Dec 15, 2011 | 7:00 pm

#403

Flyer_70

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Quote:

Originally Posted by JY1024

FlightConnect is the appropriate venue to post flights and arrange meetups privately: http://www.flyertalk.com/flightconnect/

You don't see flightconnect getting severely clogged with the sheer numbers of folks that will be MRing next month?

I think a meet up thread would be fun - but that's just me and I don't make the rules.

Last DEQM, I met up to 10 FTers on the plane just by off chance. This is a pretty extenuating circumstance.

Dec 15, 2011 | 7:38 pm

#404

Seferan

Join Date: Dec 2011

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Determine Same Aircraft for Return MR

Quote:

Originally Posted by FlyMeToTheLooneyBin

If you have lots of flights with tight schedules, it can make for headaches, unplanned nights in airports/hotels, redirects on other routes to your final destination. The trick is to be flexible and go with the flow.

How would I go about determining if the same aircraft is used for a return segment? I'm flying ORD->SFO->ORD and while the turn-around is close, I imagine that the plane coming back (departs 1 hr after mine arrives) is probably the same plane...

Specifics:
Flight 1341 ORD -> SFO
- Depart 6:50 AM
- Arrive 9:25 AM
Flight 556 SFO -> ORD
- Depart 10:35 AM
- Arrive 4:55 PM

Dec 15, 2011 | 7:53 pm

#405

arollins

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Some points here.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kpowed

So for 3 back to back runs, they have about 1 hr for connections. i.e. SFO-ORD-SFO-ORD-SFO-ORD-SFO. In the event of weather, suppose ORD-SFO arrives late, would that impact the following SFO-ORD? So could the first missed connection cause a ripple down the pipe and screw everything over.

My main concern is can a snow storm put hitting EXP at risk due to rescheduled flights? Or so long as I have the flights booked means that I'm flying that route (at a potentially very delayed time). i
And would AA put up passengers in hotels due to weather, or would that be out of my pocket?

Thanks!

If there is a weather delay, the airlines IS NOT responsible to accommodate you. This is on you. Plan accordingly. As for the tight connections, it will cause a ripple effect. I myself do not know if the inbound plane will be the same as the outbound, others might chime in on this. Just plan accordingly. Keep in mind that in case of weather disruption, the only hotel at ORD is the Hilton, they have plenty of rooms, but if you decide to stay, act quickly as others will be doing the same.