Some lucky folks are getting a nice surprise when they check their email or log in to their airline loyalty account — they've been gifted status.
We are getting reports that members of both Delta SkyMiles and United MileagePlus are being gifted elite status or having their existing status extended — even when they haven't met the qualification requirements for 2026.
"Karen, you were so close to achieving Gold Medallion Status this year. Because your loyalty means the world to us, we're making it official — Gold Medallion Status is yours," read the email.
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