Changes to service in the Middle East & Central Asia
The past week has been a busy one for carriers in the Middle East and Central Asia. In addition to the move by Saudi Arabian...
Star Alliance
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Win free Star Alliance RTW tickets
Star Alliance is looking to make sure its passengers know all about the inter-carrier upgrade program that they offer. It is a decent deal if...
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Aeroplan cracking down on partner bookings??
First there was the announcement that Air Canada’s Aeroplan program would require flights on AC metal to earn elite status. Now there are rumors floating...
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More upgrade options for Star Alliance
Three more airlines have joined the Star Alliance upgrade program this month, bringing the total number or participating carriers up to 19. The new entrants...
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Star Alliance looks to grow down under
Star Alliance is already the largest of the global airline alliances but they appear to be showing no signs of slowing their growth. At their...
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Aeroplan to require Air Canada travel for status
Aeroplan, the frequent flyer program associated with Air Canada announced a change today for their 2012 program and qualifying for status in the loyalty scheme....
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Visiting – and Flying – with Lufthansa’s Airline Training Center
With as much flying as I’ve done people often ask me why I haven’t yet become a pilot. I can think of two reasons. First,...
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SkyTeam heading south – Aerolineas Argentinas to join
The SkyTeam alliance, oft faulted for their lack of coverage south of the equator, is working to rectify that situation with the announcement this week...
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US DoT approves anti-trust deal for American, British Airways, Iberia
Following on the approval granted by the EU last week, the US Department of Transportation has approved the request from American Airlines, British Airways, and...
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British Airways – Iberia merger and ATI approved by EU
In a move that will create the third largest airline in Europe, EU regulators have approved the merger of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia....