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chitownflyer Mar 23, 2014 6:46 pm
Originally Posted by mahasamatman (Post 22573268)
Unless you don't care about PQDs, in which case the 1016 ecerts are definitely better. A 1016 e-cert is typically worth about 10-12% more than face value because it also reduces taxes.
AFAIK, the TCV can be used to pay for both the ticket and taxes, fully qualifies for PQDs, and it retains any residual value. Whereas a 1016 cert is a one time use cert that can only be applied to the base fare, excludes taxes, retains no residual value, and lowers PQDs as a discount.

sbm12 Mar 23, 2014 7:28 pm
There are pros and cons to both. The TCVs are multi-use with residual value; the 1016s are not. If it is a big credit that can have an impact on the real value received based on the types of tickets you typically buy.

chitownflyer Mar 23, 2014 8:21 pm
Originally Posted by sbm12 (Post 22575488)
There are pros and cons to both. The TCVs are multi-use with residual value; the 1016s are not. If it is a big credit that can have an impact on the real value received based on the types of tickets you typically buy.
What are the advantages to the 1016s? Thanks in advance.

sbm12 Mar 23, 2014 8:29 pm
Originally Posted by chitownflyer (Post 22575678)
What are the advantages to the 1016s? Thanks in advance.
As noted above, they reduce the base fare which can reduce the taxes owed as well.

riphamilton Mar 23, 2014 8:56 pm
how/why do TCVA's get issued - lost bags and/or VDB? i've only received 1016s (because of delays and cancellations via united.com/appreciation).

i'm waiting to book the LAX-BAH MR as it would be a perfect use for an e-cert that i hopefully get this week due to weather that should affect the northeast, but breakdown on that is $199 base fare + $558 taxes/fees. it's entirely on UA metal, so the alternative payment options are available.

goalie Mar 24, 2014 12:09 pm
Originally Posted by riphamilton (Post 22575852)
how/why do TCVA's get issued - lost bags and/or VDB? i've only received 1016s (because of delays and cancellations via united.com/appreciation).

i'm waiting to book the LAX-BAH MR as it would be a perfect use for an e-cert that i hopefully get this week due to weather that should affect the northeast, but breakdown on that is $199 base fare + $558 taxes/fees. it's entirely on UA metal, so the alternative payment options are available.
Most tho not all "016" e-certs are issued via the appreciation website and most tho not all TCVA e-certs are issued at the airport for VDB's, downgrades and other things airport related (tho not sure about missing bags) and from contacting customer relations directly (e-mail or phone)


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