Aeroplan – cancelation of 7 year mileage redemption policy and some other news
“On June 27, 2013, Aeroplan cancelled implementation of the Seven-year mileage redemption policy. Prior to this cancellation, miles unredeemed seven years following their accumulation date would have been removed from your account. We are pleased to inform you that miles will not be removed from your account as long as you stay active in the program by making at least one qualifying activity every 12 months.”
Distinction, Aeroplan’s new recognition program
“Enjoy exclusive flight reward benefits, bonus mile offers, preferential treatment and privileges. Distinction benefits will begin as of January 1, 2014.
The Distinction qualification period begins on January 1st of each calendar year and ends on December 31st of the same year. For this launch year, if you reach Distinction status by December 31, 2013, your benefits will take effect on January 1, 2014, and last until December 31, 2014. After 2013, your benefits will start as soon as you successfully reach a Distinction status, and will last until the end of the following calendar year.”
The following ClassicFlight Business and First Class mileage levels will be increasing as of January 1, 2014.