Most useless frequent flyer program perks

henrus

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I'm curious if others have come across totally useless frequent flyer perks.

I came across this seat selection page on emirates and had a good laugh when Qantas Chairman's Lounge get free twin seat selection on Emirates Economy flight (something QF Plat/Plat One doesn't), I can't imagine that perk is often utilised and can't believe it exists.

Priority wait list a benefit of Star Alliance Silver/Gold also jumps to mind when a few airlines like Air NZ don't offer wait listing on their domestic flights (although to Air NZ's credit they've removed this as a listed perk on their website despite it remaining a star alliance benefit).

I'm sure there are a lot worse then the ones above that others have come across, have you spotted any?
 
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