Simple Flying Aviation News Podcast
#213: SAS Defects To SkyTeam, Airline Loyalty Update
Apr 12, 2024
Jonathan Hendry, US Lead at Simple Flying, joins Tom Boon to discuss SAS's switch from Star Alliance to SkyTeam, airline loyalty program transitions, implications of SAS joining SkyTeam, status matches with various airlines, and recent developments in British Airways, Qantas, and SAS points planes.
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- SAS defects from Star Alliance to SkyTeam due to financial challenges and seeks seamless transition for EuroBonus members.
- Exit of SAS from Star Alliance opens loyalty opportunities for other airlines to attract former SAS loyalists through status matches.
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SES Exiting Star Alliance and Negotiating with SkyTeam
Scandinavian's SES revealed its departure from the star alliance on August 31st and is in advanced talks with Skyteam. Euro bonus members are expected to start claiming benefits with Skyteam from September 1st. The move stemmed from financial difficulties during the pandemic, with SES now rescued by Air France KLM, aligning with Skyteam, while existing star alliance benefits will last till August 31st.
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