It seems that snowball in hell has brought itself a very comfy hat to insulate itself as Virgin Atlantic has confirmed it is in "advanced talks" with "an alliance" according to Blomberg Speaking to Blomberg, Richard Branson says: Virgin Atlantic, the airline controlled by U.K. billionaire Richard Branson, is in “fairly advanced talks” to join an aviation alliance as the … [Read more...]
Virgin Atlantic joins the fare sale party (so do AA… and Star at last)
It seems sale season is in full swing with Virgin Atlantic joining the party. Like the British Airways sale, the main sale runs to the 25th September, with availability limited on various routes. There is also availability in Upper Class cabin on some routes - with different end dates to the Upper Class sale. I've noted them down for you in the notes section after each area … [Read more...]
Star Alliance turns 15… Some promotions and competitions…
15 years ago, a group of airlines formally came together. Those airlines - Air Canada, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines System and United Airlines formed Star Alliance. Fifteen years in, the alliance has had its ups and downs, adding members with other members leaving due to various reasons. But it's time to party with three promotions from Star Alliance: Are you in the … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: A Last Star Fling? With United and Air Canada – The Introduction
A Last Star Alliance Fling? To Chicago with United Airlines and Air Canada (and a guest appearance from BMI) LHR-IAD-ORD, ORD-YYZ-LHR Index: The Introduction (this entry) Welcome to what might be a last big fling with Star Alliance for a bit - unless I decide to make a push for Senator Status... or some other madness overtakes me.... which for … [Read more...]
Asiana says 18th April is the exit date of BMI from Star Alliance…
Sadly my Korean isn't that great (heck, I got by in Korea with 10 words I think), but this web page from Asiana gives a hint: http://asianaclub.flyasiana.com/Korean/Club2008/customer/Notice_View.jsp?Pkid=325 There are two dates in this: 18th April 2012 and 31st May 2012. I'd guess the 31st May may referrer to the Star Alliance Company Plus. Like it or not - the … [Read more...]
EVA Air to join Star Alliance – Hello Kitty to get a 777…
Eva Air has been progressing, and is now an impeding member of Star Alliance. Star Alliance is extremely happy as it expands the Far East Asia market, and will be the 8th member in the region, whilst EVA Air is happy as it allows the airline to access more facilities on the way - whilst it can cooperate further with Air China, and the cross-China/Taiwan Strait … [Read more...]
Ethiopian Airlines formally join Star Alliance
Well it seems it's Star Alliance turn to welcome a new member, with Ethiopian Airlines formally joining the alliance. This marks the 3rd airline in the region who has join Star Alliance - along with South African Airways and Egyptair, opening more markets up for the Star. They will participate in the Star Alliance Conventions Plus and Meetings Plus, Star Alliance Round … [Read more...]
AI: You’ll never guess which airline alliance is stalking Air India….
Have a goooood guess. You're only going to get one of them. Done guessing? Of course, you're right dear reader. According to the Telegraph of India SkyTeam are to court Air India, with an offer to join the alliance. This comes after the fallout of the disaster known as Air India's attempt to join Star Alliance. Meetings have kicked off between SkyTeam and the … [Read more...]
Welcome to Star Alliance Brussels Airlines!
Today, Star Alliance has taken another growth, and has added Brussels Airlines into the Alliance. But who are they? A Boeing 737-400 in Brussels Airlines livery. The IATA identifier might provide a clue: SN. SN was the original identifier of Sabena, which went bankrupt in 2001. SN Brussels Airlines was reorganised to take over as the national carrier. With the merger of … [Read more...]
News Roundup – Jetting in to Trouble, Air Nugini (who?)
If this isn't shown as updated, I apologise - I'm actually taking some of my own advice for once and upping sticks and going travelling thanks to the BA Ashes Sale. I'll try and keep it up to date until Thursday - after that point my internet connectivity will be limited. Full normal service resumed by Friday 6th! Jet Troubles - Strikes on the way Alas, Jet Airways … [Read more...]
