That’s the reward you can get by taking advantage of US Airways’ new promotion. Through March 31st, the carrier is offering double qualifying miles on all flights. Just take two transcontinental round-trips on a discounted First Class ticket (booking code A) and you’ll earn sufficient miles (25,000) to achieve Preferred status, the lowest rung on the US Airways elite ladder. Right now, New York–Los Angeles fares are around $1,598 (booking code A). Register online or by calling the Dividend Miles service center at (800) 428-4322.
Here’s the math:
• One round-trip transcon flight = 5,600 miles
• 150% First Class fare bonus = 2,800 miles
• Double EQM promo = 5,600 miles
• Round-trip total = 14,000 miles
• Repeat and you’re over the elite threshold
US Airways link: http://www.usairways.com/awa/profiles/dmpromotionsregister.aspx?promocode=2X09