I’ve earned top-tier status with Delta, United and American. But another airline may do it better

Gone are the days of the "sure thing" complimentary upgrade. But, for those who find themselves on the road more than once a month, top-tier elite status can mean the difference between being there for that special family event or a disappointing night in an airport hotel.Due to a ton of work travel, I currently hold top-tier status in the Big Three US airline elite programs. As a Northern Virginia resident, United is my primary airline, and I earned its invitation-only Global Services status again this year. As I was trying to figure out which of these three status levels was the most rewarding, I realized I may not even have the best elite status in North America.No, I'm not talking about Southwest Airlines A-List Preferred status. I think there's a reasonable argument for looking north.Air Canada Aeroplan Super Elite status may actually be better for many frequent travelers, even if it seems complicated as a U.S. resident.Here are a few reasons to consider earning Super Elite status.Maple Leaf Lounge accessOne area where Aeroplan really shines is lounge access — a perk that even top-tier elites at most U.S. airlines can't count on when flying domestically.Super Elite members can...