Hi,
I did some searching but cant seem to see if this was discussed.
I received the below letter telling me my AA gold status would expire. Is there a way to make it not expire without paying the $559!! fee. Also, im notr planning on flying in the next few month. Here is their email:
Renew Your Elite Membership For 2011
Dear ---,
We hope you have enjoyed the recognition and benefits of your AAdvantage Gold® membership as much as it's been our pleasure to serve you at this level. As we begin a new elite membership year, you may already be aware that your 2010 flight activity does not support the continuation of your current elite status past February 28, 2011.
We understand the needs of elite members who have not requalified at the same membership level, but have a desire to retain valuable benefits. That's why we are offering you a special opportunity to keep your AAdvantage Gold membership in 2011. The charge to renew your membership is $559. To extend your membership or simply learn more about this opportunity, visit
www.aa.com/eliterenewal. But don't delay because this limited offer expires on April 30, 2011.
If you choose to retain your elite membership, you will continue to enjoy these and other benefits through February 29, 2012 (complete details about all benefits are available online at
www.aa.com/elitebenefits):
Waived AAdvantage award processing charges for travel ticketed within 21 days of departure when using miles from your AAdvantage account
Waived charges for up to two checked bags (within current size and weight limits)
25% mileage bonus on the base or guaranteed minimum miles you fly on American Airlines, American Eagle®, the AmericanConnection® carrier, and select participating airlines
Special upgrade privileges, including confirmed upgrades as early as 24 hours prior to departure and complimentary upgrades (subject to availability) on eligible American Airlines flights when you purchase full-fare Economy Class tickets for travel within North America and between the U.S. and Central America
4 complimentary 500-Mile Upgrades for every 10,000 elite qualifying miles you fly in your membership year
PriorityAAccessSM privileges at airport check-in, security and boarding gates
The ability to stand by for same day flights at no charge
Discounts on Admirals Club® membership fees
A minimum mileage guarantee of 500 AAdvantage® miles per flight segment on most flights
Recognition of your elite status when traveling on oneworld® member airlines
Special offers from some of our AAdvantage participant companies, effective beginning March 1, 2011 and available online at
www.aa.com/goldoffersWhether or not you choose to renew your AAdvantage Gold membership, let me assure you of our eagerness to serve you. We appreciate your business and thank you for flying American Airlines.
Best wishes,
Maya Leibman
President
AAdvantage Loyalty Program