Does it make sense for a airline travel card? I keep eyeing the Delta / Amex cards for the redemption bonus miles, but can’t really see the benefit in earning strictly miles over MR. I’ve googled and still can’t see it. Am I missing something?

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The companion pass and/or the free flight a year

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This sounds like a pretty legit reason.

For DL fliers, the MQM boosts can be pretty valuable. Other than that, always lean towards MR/flexible points, especially considering you’d be earning SkyPesos

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Yeah, I’m not overly concerned with chasing status. I’d potentially use the miles but as you pointed out, MR could easily substitute.

Delta Gold gets you 1x free checked bag so after 3 flights you've earned your annual fee back. Plus if you don't have a restaurant card you get 2x miles at restaurants (although I think it's 5x through end of year)

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Yea I wouldn't add any Delta cards then. Unless you feel like adding the reserve for status and benefits + paying another 695 AF. I'd just rock the trifecta and cash in on MR

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I have an Alaska card because I almost solely fly AS domestic. Great points and redemption value in the family. CSP for the rest.

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