Airlines are trying to outdo their rivals in a variety of ways. Offering a status match is one such tactic. If you are someone with United Airlines‘ Premier Gold status, the MileagePlus loyalty program allows you to be eligible for the SkyMiles Medallion Gold elite status offered by Delta Air Lines. All you need to do is submit your request for a status match, and depending upon your status, the airline will determine which elite status you will be eligible for in a match.