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dyrewolf31 Oct 23, 2014 10:01 am

AC vs Miles and More for *A silver
 
I'm an LAX-based lifetime platinum (Oneworld Sapphire) on AA, but my recent travel patterns are making Star Alliance more convenient. I will be flying LAX-XXX-NCE r/t twice a year in Premium Economy, and LAX-YUL r/t once a twice a year in Economy. For the TATL flights, LHR is just a big pain, which makes flying OW a lot of harder. I'm looking forward to trying the new PE service on LH from LAX-FRA.

I'm trying to decide whether to shoot for M&M Frequent Traveller (35k) or Altitude 35k in 2015. Any input from the experts?

mkilmo Oct 23, 2014 10:32 am

Consider A3. if you can reach 48k a year you get a *G.

or 24k and do 4 segments on A3.

dyrewolf31 Oct 23, 2014 10:50 am


Originally Posted by mkilmo (Post 23722863)
Consider A3. if you can reach 48k a year you get a *G.

or 24k and do 4 segments on A3.

Definitely an interesting option I was not aware of. I don't think 48k is feasible for me (especially with the 25% earning on cheap AC fares), nor are any A3 flights. But the 24k requalification threshold is awfully enticing. I will have to crunch some more numbers on this.

Thanks

mkilmo Oct 23, 2014 1:04 pm

AC vs Miles and More for *A silver
 
NCE-ATH-SKG and back in one of your visits? (don't remember if NVE is served yet).

and yes. the problem is to get the gold.

elementZ Oct 23, 2014 2:13 pm

After seeing the AC program changes for 2015, I would not recommend it. Turkish Airlines would be better. 40k gets you elite, which is *G. It is also valid for 2 years.

red star Oct 23, 2014 3:36 pm


Originally Posted by elementZ (Post 23724299)
After seeing the AC program changes for 2015, I would not recommend it. Turkish Airlines would be better. 40k gets you elite, which is *G. It is also valid for 2 years.

Pretty bad advice to someone who wants to fly on LH. Lh made a 75% cut on EQM posted to TKs FFP.


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