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Air Serbia launches ELEVATE loyalty programme at 99th anniversary

Air Serbia launched “ELEVATE” on June 16, 2026, timed to its 99th anniversary. The programme lets members earn points on airfare and ancillary purchases, with benefits including reward flights, extra luggage, seat selection, premium-lounge access and upgrades to business class.

2026-06-17T05:37:05.242974-07:00

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Philippine Airlines set to join Oneworld in 2026 as the alliance’s 16th member

2026-06-06T11:56:25.824616-07:00

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Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service

2026-06-12T02:57:22.168691-07:00

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United–JetBlue Blue Sky: reciprocal MileagePlus and TrueBlue elite perks roll out

2026-05-14T10:55:50.146866-07:00

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Air Serbia launches ELEVATE loyalty programme at 99th anniversary Air Serbia launched “ELEVATE” on June 16, 2026, timed to its 99th anniversary. The programme lets members earn points on airfare and ancillary purchases, with benefits including reward flights, extra luggage, seat selection, premium-lounge access and upgrades to business class.

2026-06-17T05:37:05.242974-07:00

Air Serbia launches ELEVATE loyalty programme at 99th anniversary

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Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service Etihad Airways and Condor Flugdienst have signed an expanded agreement deepening their strategic partnership. The update includes a new frequent flyer arrangement and a new Condor service linking Bangkok with Abu Dhabi, adding more connectivity points across both carriers’ networks.

2026-06-12T02:57:22.168691-07:00

Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service

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Alaska Bets Starlink Will Boost Customer Loyalty as It Scraps Basic Economy Perks

2026-06-08T09:28:11.826685-07:00

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Philippine Airlines set to join Oneworld in 2026 as the alliance’s 16th member Philippine Airlines (PAL) has signed a memorandum of understanding to join the Oneworld alliance during the IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, with entry planned for 2026. The addition is positioned as a major Asia-focused shift, expanding PAL’s network and bringing frequent-flyer perks alongside Oneworld partners.

2026-06-06T11:56:25.824616-07:00

Philippine Airlines set to join Oneworld in 2026 as the alliance’s 16th member

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Allegiant CEO: Credit cards are the airline’s biggest non-ticket revenue opportunity Allegiant’s CEO said credit cards represent the airline’s largest near-term opportunity for non-ticket revenue growth. The executive added the carrier is also evaluating other non-fare areas, with further details planned for an investor day later this year or in early next year.

2026-06-01T12:56:17.305268-07:00

Allegiant CEO: Credit cards are the airline’s biggest non-ticket revenue opportunity

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Qantas Frequent Flyers expand Philippine reach with Philippine Airlines Classic Rewards and new access to 15 island destinations Qantas Frequent Flyers can now use Qantas Points to book Philippine Airlines Classic Reward seats at low Classic Reward rates. The partnership also adds access to 15 Philippine island destinations, supported by a reported 19% increase in Australian visitor arrivals to the Philippines.

2026-05-28T01:34:06.720865-07:00

Qantas Frequent Flyers expand Philippine reach with Philippine Airlines Classic Rewards and new access to 15 island destinations

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Air India extends Maharaja Club to Air India Express flights, pulling the low-cost unit deeper into the group’s loyalty flywheel Air India has extended its Maharaja Club loyalty program to flights operated by Air India Express. The move integrates the low-cost subsidiary’s earning and redemption under the group’s primary frequent-flyer brand, tightening customer lock-in across the Air India network.

2026-05-26T04:26:16.230026-07:00

Air India extends Maharaja Club to Air India Express flights, pulling the low-cost unit deeper into the group’s loyalty flywheel

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United–JetBlue Blue Sky: reciprocal MileagePlus and TrueBlue elite perks roll out United MileagePlus and JetBlue TrueBlue have launched reciprocal elite benefits under the Blue Sky partnership, extending priority boarding, extra legroom seating, and free checked bags to eligible members traveling on either network. The change follows broader Blue Sky commercialization and comes as the carriers’ tie-up faces ongoing legal scrutiny.

2026-05-14T10:55:50.146866-07:00

United–JetBlue Blue Sky: reciprocal MileagePlus and TrueBlue elite perks roll out

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Air Serbia launches ELEVATE loyalty programme at 99th anniversary

Philippine Airlines set to join Oneworld in 2026 as the alliance’s 16th member

Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service

United–JetBlue Blue Sky: reciprocal MileagePlus and TrueBlue elite perks roll out

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