Anonymous
6/28/2025, 3:55:31 AM No.936350429
>In 1987, Steve Rothstein made a gamble that few would have understood at the time: he paid $250,000 for a gold pass that would allow him to fly free for life with American Airlines. On top of that, he paid an additional $150,000 for a second companion pass. A million miles wasn’t a goal; it was just the beginning. Steve booked more than 10,000 flights. Sometimes he flew to another state just for lunch and back the same day. Sometimes he flew homeless people to reunite with their families. Other times he reserved a seat for a nonexistent companion… or simply didn’t show up for the flight. For years, he became the most eccentric and generous passenger in commercial aviation, but also the most expensive: the company lost more than $21 million on his pass. In 2008, American Airlines canceled his ticket, citing misuse of the service. But the US has a clear rule: a contract is a contract. Steve sued. He won. And the golden ticket is still his.
>Today, Steve Rothstein is more than just a frequent flyer. He is the living symbol of a commitment fulfilled... and how, sometimes, a small clause can open all the doors in the world for you.
>Today, Steve Rothstein is more than just a frequent flyer. He is the living symbol of a commitment fulfilled... and how, sometimes, a small clause can open all the doors in the world for you.
Replies:
