Virgin Atlantic Silver Flying Club membership will be even more rewarding.
We’ve made a few changes to help you earn tier points and Flying Club miles. So now you can reach your goals - and your dream destinations - even faster.
From June, your Silver tier bonus will increase from 25% to 50% of base flown miles, meaning you can reach rewards even quicker. If you choose Premium Economy in booking classes W or S, you’ll also earn an extra tier point (it’s gone up from 3 tier points to 4).
Plus you’ll earn an extra tier point when you book Upper Class in booking classes J or D, (6 instead of 5).
Silver renewal tier points are also changing, from 1 September 2011 you will be required to earn 15 tier points in your next membership year to maintain your status. If your current membership year ends 31 August 2011, you will require 10 tier points to renew your account. The subsequent membership year, commencing 01 September 2011, requires 15 tier points to retain Silver membership.
And once you become a Gold member, we’ll double the bonus miles you’ll earn on base flown miles from 50% to 100%!
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
VS flying club gold tier benefits
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is Virgin Atlantic’s frequent flyer program. The lowest level of membership is Flying Club Red, then Silver, and Gold membership is the highest tier within the flying club.
On all Virgin Atlantic flights, regardless of your class of travel, you'll enjoy Upper Class Check In, and with priority boarding you can enjoy a totally relaxing airport experience.
Fast track through immigration and security at London Heathrow.
Allowed 1 extra piece of baggage free of charge.
Access to Virgin Atlantic’s Clubhouses on departure.
Individual access to Virgin Atlantic’s Revivals Lounge when flying into LHR on a VS prefix ticket.
You have access to the bmi business lounge at London Heathrow, International Gate 14 (Terminal 1), when you are flying with them internationally, regardless of ticket type.
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Gold members travelling on First/Business Class cabins on Singapore Airlines operated flights will be entitled to use SilverKris Lounges in Terminals 2 and 3. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Gold members travelling in Economy class cabin on Singapore Airlines operated flights will be entitled to use KrisFlyer Gold Lounge or SATS Premier Lounge in Terminals 2 or 3.
You'll receive 5 complimentary First Class upgrades for both, the Heathrow Express and Gatwick Express trains in your membership pack, so you can travel to the airport in style. You must buy your ticket before boarding the train and handover your upgrade card to the onboard staff.
You automatically can bump a family member over 18 years of age to Silver Status.
When you renew your Gold Status, you’ll receive a free companion ticket. You just need to travel together with that person in the same class.
You’re guaranteed an economy seat on any Virgin Atlantic full fare flight that’s booked at least 3 days before departing.
On all Virgin Atlantic flights, regardless of your class of travel, you'll enjoy Upper Class Check In, and with priority boarding you can enjoy a totally relaxing airport experience.
Fast track through immigration and security at London Heathrow.
Allowed 1 extra piece of baggage free of charge.
Access to Virgin Atlantic’s Clubhouses on departure.
Individual access to Virgin Atlantic’s Revivals Lounge when flying into LHR on a VS prefix ticket.
You have access to the bmi business lounge at London Heathrow, International Gate 14 (Terminal 1), when you are flying with them internationally, regardless of ticket type.
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Gold members travelling on First/Business Class cabins on Singapore Airlines operated flights will be entitled to use SilverKris Lounges in Terminals 2 and 3. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Gold members travelling in Economy class cabin on Singapore Airlines operated flights will be entitled to use KrisFlyer Gold Lounge or SATS Premier Lounge in Terminals 2 or 3.
You'll receive 5 complimentary First Class upgrades for both, the Heathrow Express and Gatwick Express trains in your membership pack, so you can travel to the airport in style. You must buy your ticket before boarding the train and handover your upgrade card to the onboard staff.
You automatically can bump a family member over 18 years of age to Silver Status.
When you renew your Gold Status, you’ll receive a free companion ticket. You just need to travel together with that person in the same class.
You’re guaranteed an economy seat on any Virgin Atlantic full fare flight that’s booked at least 3 days before departing.
united Red Carpet Club dulles airport
There are three united airlines Red Carpet Club in the Washington, D.C. Dulles Airport:
Midfield Terminal, Concourse C,
near gate C7
Midfield Terminal, Concourse C,
near gate C17
Midfield Terminal, Concourse D,
near gate D8
1-866-825-3016
(for conference room
reservation only)
Hours:
Daily
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Amenities:
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access
• Complimentary breakfast and afternoon snacks
• Complimentary soft drinks, juices, coffee, tea and cappuccino
• Complimentary selection of beer, wine and spirits
• Premium alcohols available for purchase
Swiss lounge at jfk Terminal 4
Swiss International airlines newly designed lounge at New York City’s JFK International Airport Terminal 4 complete with all the distinctive touches of feeling right at home.
The lounge area primarily consists of the miles more Hon Circle lounge with a seating capacity of 30, a Pre-Flight Dining/Meeting room area in the First Class lounge, the SWISS Business/Senator lounge with a seating capacity of 139, an ECorner (in the Business Class lounge) with six computers and seats offering complimentary internet access, and a Quiet Room closed door area, (in the Business Class lounge), complete with eight beige leather recliners that can be set for 20 minute massages at three levels: relaxation, anti-stress, and activation/relaxation. SWISS First/Hon Circle passengers, can choose to dine at a six -seat bistro bar, or enjoy pre-flight dining in a café-like room complete with four separate tables and at each table two chairs. In addition to being a dining area, this room can also be used as a conference room with the ease of sliding a pocket door and a front door closed. There are also 16 brown leather lounge chairs with low lighting and small tables. The lounge also has three bathrooms and one shower.
In the SWISS air JFK Business/Senator lounge, there are three bistro areas consisting of dark wood bars with individual bar seats. The bistro area closest to the food and beverage service consists of three long tables with 12 bar seats. There are also 12 seats at a bistro table that runs along a window providing a spectacular view of the airport. There is also another bistro area with seating for six. The lounge also includes a flat screen TV viewing area consisting of eight lounge chairs and there are four restrooms, and one shower. Throughout both lounges are accessible shelves for newspapers and magazines as well as Omega wall clocks with local time.
Virgin Altantic shared airport lounge
Where Virgin Altantic Airways does not have its own Clubhouse at some airports, an alternative lounge is used. These shared lounges are either owned by the Airport Authority or another airline and are offered to VS Upper Class passengers or a Flying Club Gold member.
Antigua
The Sticky Wicket is where we invite our guests to embrace the sport and ambience of cricket. This restaurant has an elegant lounge decorated with cricket memorabilia and a courtyard overlooking Antigua'a newest cricket field where you can feast on its good food while watching a live match.
Barbados
The Club Caribbean VIP Executive Lounge is available.
Kingston
A temporary lounge facility is available until April 15th 2011, (when a new permanent lounge will be open for use).
Montego Bay
Club Mobay Lounge which is located on the lower level between Gate 8 and the Red Stripe Restaurant. Passengers can use either the staircase or an elevator to get the lounge.
Cape Town
The Premiere Lounge is located in the International Departure Terminal, on the 1st floor after passing through security.
Chicago ohare
Upper Class passengers will receive an invite to the JAL Business Class Lounge in Terminal 5. The lounge is located airside near the gate area, just past the security check point. Within the lounge, the following facilities are available:
Business centre - public telephones/fax machine and internet access
Hot and cold, alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks
Snacks
Newspapers / Magazines / Books
Massage chair
Rest room facilities
Delhi
The Clipper Lounge is located in the Mezzanine level within the departures area (through immigration but not security), it has a bar, snacks, TV, daily newspapers and limited business facilities.
Dubai
Dubai Airports Business Class Lounge, near gate 108 (Concourse 1) airside.
Grenada
No facilities currently available.
Havana
The Elegante Salon is located after passing through immigration.
Lagos
The ASL business class lounge has a range of facilities including a self service bar offering alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, TV and shower facilities. The lounge is on the Upper Floor.
Las Vegas
First Class Lounge, adjacent to Gate 3.
Los Angeles
Upper Class passengers can use the Air New Zealand Lounge and all of its facilities, from the Business Zone to the showers in the Refreshment Zone. The lounge is located in Terminal 2.
Manchester
The Escape Lounge, First Floor, Airside.
Miami
The Club America Lounge is open to Virgin Atlantic Upper Class passengers. Food and drink are available together with entertainment facilities including TV and video. The lounge is located on Concourse E, 2nd floor (airside).
Nairobi
The Kenya Duty Free First Class Lounge is located between Gates 10 and 11. Facilities include a bar serving snacks and beverages, internet services and local and international newspapers.
Orlando
The Delta Airlines Crown Room, Terminal B.
Shanghai
Gate 17, First Class Lounge.
St. Lucia
The Iyanola Executive Lounge is available for our Upper Class passengers.
Sydney
Upper Class passengers are invited to unwind in the Air New Zealand International Lounge located in Terminal C - enjoy a snack in the cafe, sit back with a drink at the bar or make use of the business facilities.
Tobago
No facilities currently available.
Antigua
The Sticky Wicket is where we invite our guests to embrace the sport and ambience of cricket. This restaurant has an elegant lounge decorated with cricket memorabilia and a courtyard overlooking Antigua'a newest cricket field where you can feast on its good food while watching a live match.
Barbados
The Club Caribbean VIP Executive Lounge is available.
Kingston
A temporary lounge facility is available until April 15th 2011, (when a new permanent lounge will be open for use).
Montego Bay
Club Mobay Lounge which is located on the lower level between Gate 8 and the Red Stripe Restaurant. Passengers can use either the staircase or an elevator to get the lounge.
Cape Town
The Premiere Lounge is located in the International Departure Terminal, on the 1st floor after passing through security.
Chicago ohare
Upper Class passengers will receive an invite to the JAL Business Class Lounge in Terminal 5. The lounge is located airside near the gate area, just past the security check point. Within the lounge, the following facilities are available:
Business centre - public telephones/fax machine and internet access
Hot and cold, alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks
Snacks
Newspapers / Magazines / Books
Massage chair
Rest room facilities
Delhi
The Clipper Lounge is located in the Mezzanine level within the departures area (through immigration but not security), it has a bar, snacks, TV, daily newspapers and limited business facilities.
Dubai
Dubai Airports Business Class Lounge, near gate 108 (Concourse 1) airside.
Grenada
No facilities currently available.
Havana
The Elegante Salon is located after passing through immigration.
Lagos
The ASL business class lounge has a range of facilities including a self service bar offering alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, TV and shower facilities. The lounge is on the Upper Floor.
Las Vegas
First Class Lounge, adjacent to Gate 3.
Los Angeles
Upper Class passengers can use the Air New Zealand Lounge and all of its facilities, from the Business Zone to the showers in the Refreshment Zone. The lounge is located in Terminal 2.
Manchester
The Escape Lounge, First Floor, Airside.
Miami
The Club America Lounge is open to Virgin Atlantic Upper Class passengers. Food and drink are available together with entertainment facilities including TV and video. The lounge is located on Concourse E, 2nd floor (airside).
Nairobi
The Kenya Duty Free First Class Lounge is located between Gates 10 and 11. Facilities include a bar serving snacks and beverages, internet services and local and international newspapers.
Orlando
The Delta Airlines Crown Room, Terminal B.
Shanghai
Gate 17, First Class Lounge.
St. Lucia
The Iyanola Executive Lounge is available for our Upper Class passengers.
Sydney
Upper Class passengers are invited to unwind in the Air New Zealand International Lounge located in Terminal C - enjoy a snack in the cafe, sit back with a drink at the bar or make use of the business facilities.
Tobago
No facilities currently available.
jfk airport lounge terminal 4
there are several loune at new york jfk terminal 4
1 THE OASIS lounge Terminal 4, 4th floor JFK Airport
Landside - the Lounge is located before Security in the East Wing of the terminal (4E), on the 4th Floor.
All premium passengers (including KLM airfrance Elite and Elite Plus members of the Flying Blue loyalty program, as well as Business Class passengers and Priority Pass member) are welcome to use the klm Oasis lounge at new york jfk airport. The same applies to passengers of SkyTeam partners like delta airlines sky mile elite member airfrance, Singapore and LAN airlines.
2 VS lounge
Virgin Atlantic's JFK Clubhouse is in a prime location in Terminal 4. As you check in on the 4th floor the main focal point ahead will be the Clubhouse, an open pavilion within the building that acts as a beacon across the terminal.
You'll find the expected and the unexpected in our unique Clubhouses ranging from beauty treatments, full business facilities, free Wifi, stylish bars and delectable dining. Every one is slightly different, so check out a Clubhouse near you:
To access VS lounges, you'll need to be travelling in Upper Class or a Flying Club Gold member.
3 The Lounge Independent Lounge www.visitthelounge.com
Opening Hours 4 am until 1.30 am daily
Entry $40 per person, $20 children aged 2 - 12. Prices subject to sales tax and valid for a four hour stay. Additional hours $10 per hour, per person.
We also welcome members of the following schemes: Priority Pass, Airport Angel, WEXAS, Diners Club, No.1 Traveller
Affliate Airlines We host business and first class passengers from the following airlines: Air India, Air Jamaica, Arik Air, Avianca, Caribbean Airlines, Egypt Air, Etihad, Eurofly, LOT Polish, Pakistan International Airlines and Uzbekistan Airlines.
Eat & Drink The Lounge offers a selection of delicious dishes and light snacks, freshly prepared in our kitchen on request. Have a look at what's on offer:
Breakfast (4 am - 12 pm) Freshly baked pastries, muffins, cereals, fruit salad, yoghurt
All Day Menu (12 pm - 1.30 am) Bagels, soups, salads and selection of cheeses
4 swiss lounge
The lounge area primarily consists of the SWISS miles more First Hon Circle lounge with aseating capacity of 30 in the First Classlounge, the SWISS Business/Senator lounge with a seating capacity of 139 in the Business Class lounge,SWISS and lufthansa First/Hon Circle passengers, can choose to dine at a six -seat bistro bar, orenjoy pre-flight dining in a café-like room complete with four separate tables and ateach table two chairs. The lounge also has three bathrooms and one shower facility.In the SWISS Business/Senator lounge, there are three bistro areas consisting ofdark wood bars with individual bar seats. The bistro area closest to the food andbeverage service consists of three long tables with 12 bar seats. There are also 12seats at a bistro table that runs along a window providing a spectacular view of the airport. The lounge also includes a flat screen TV viewing area consisting of eight lounge chairs and there arefour restrooms, and one shower.
other lounge include Air India Maharaja Lounge,El Al King David Lounge and Emirates Lounge
1 THE OASIS lounge Terminal 4, 4th floor JFK Airport
Landside - the Lounge is located before Security in the East Wing of the terminal (4E), on the 4th Floor.
All premium passengers (including KLM airfrance Elite and Elite Plus members of the Flying Blue loyalty program, as well as Business Class passengers and Priority Pass member) are welcome to use the klm Oasis lounge at new york jfk airport. The same applies to passengers of SkyTeam partners like delta airlines sky mile elite member airfrance, Singapore and LAN airlines.
2 VS lounge
Virgin Atlantic's JFK Clubhouse is in a prime location in Terminal 4. As you check in on the 4th floor the main focal point ahead will be the Clubhouse, an open pavilion within the building that acts as a beacon across the terminal.
You'll find the expected and the unexpected in our unique Clubhouses ranging from beauty treatments, full business facilities, free Wifi, stylish bars and delectable dining. Every one is slightly different, so check out a Clubhouse near you:
To access VS lounges, you'll need to be travelling in Upper Class or a Flying Club Gold member.
3 The Lounge Independent Lounge www.visitthelounge.com
Opening Hours 4 am until 1.30 am daily
Entry $40 per person, $20 children aged 2 - 12. Prices subject to sales tax and valid for a four hour stay. Additional hours $10 per hour, per person.
We also welcome members of the following schemes: Priority Pass, Airport Angel, WEXAS, Diners Club, No.1 Traveller
Affliate Airlines We host business and first class passengers from the following airlines: Air India, Air Jamaica, Arik Air, Avianca, Caribbean Airlines, Egypt Air, Etihad, Eurofly, LOT Polish, Pakistan International Airlines and Uzbekistan Airlines.
Eat & Drink The Lounge offers a selection of delicious dishes and light snacks, freshly prepared in our kitchen on request. Have a look at what's on offer:
Breakfast (4 am - 12 pm) Freshly baked pastries, muffins, cereals, fruit salad, yoghurt
All Day Menu (12 pm - 1.30 am) Bagels, soups, salads and selection of cheeses
4 swiss lounge
The lounge area primarily consists of the SWISS miles more First Hon Circle lounge with aseating capacity of 30 in the First Classlounge, the SWISS Business/Senator lounge with a seating capacity of 139 in the Business Class lounge,SWISS and lufthansa First/Hon Circle passengers, can choose to dine at a six -seat bistro bar, orenjoy pre-flight dining in a café-like room complete with four separate tables and ateach table two chairs. The lounge also has three bathrooms and one shower facility.In the SWISS Business/Senator lounge, there are three bistro areas consisting ofdark wood bars with individual bar seats. The bistro area closest to the food andbeverage service consists of three long tables with 12 bar seats. There are also 12seats at a bistro table that runs along a window providing a spectacular view of the airport. The lounge also includes a flat screen TV viewing area consisting of eight lounge chairs and there arefour restrooms, and one shower.
other lounge include Air India Maharaja Lounge,El Al King David Lounge and Emirates Lounge
arkefly flights to Sanford airport SFB
Dutch airline ArkeFly has launched nonstop flights from Sanford airport,FL to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in The Netherlands
This new year-round service will operate twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays using a 3-Class, 283-seat Boeing 767-300ER aircraft configured with 31 Premium Comfort business class seats, 154 Comfort Class seats and 98 Economy Class seats.
This marks the first ever non-stop scheduled service between Amsterdam and Orlando Sanford airport SFB. ArkeFly is part of the World of TUI whose brand Thomson Airways currently operates year-round between various points in the United Kingdom and Orlando Sanford. tickets Reservations can be made online at www.ArkeFly.nl or through a local travel professional.
Non-stop service on Mondays is scheduled to leave Amsterdam at 8:30 AM and arrive at Orlando Sanford at 12:45 PM; flights will depart Orlando Sanford at 2:30 PM and arrive in Amsterdam at 7:15 AM (on Tuesdays) via one-stop in Miami. On Fridays the non-stop service is scheduled to leave Amsterdam at 2:30 PM and arrive at Orlando Sanford at 7:45 PM; flights will depart Orlando Sanford at 9:30 PM and arrive in Amsterdam at 1:15 PM (on Saturdays) via one-stop in Miami. All flight times are local.
Manfred Lahey, Manager Product - TUI Netherlands remarked, “The selection of Orlando Sanford for this new service is based upon the convenience to our passengers, economic advantages and the ability of the Airport to accommodate our operational needs.”
Larry Dale, Orlando Sanford International Airport President and CEO, welcomed the new carrier, saying “ArkeFly’s service to Amsterdam provides yet another opportunity for Central Floridians to fly to Europe via SFB. I anticipate tremendous community response to this exciting new destination.”
This new year-round service will operate twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays using a 3-Class, 283-seat Boeing 767-300ER aircraft configured with 31 Premium Comfort business class seats, 154 Comfort Class seats and 98 Economy Class seats.
This marks the first ever non-stop scheduled service between Amsterdam and Orlando Sanford airport SFB. ArkeFly is part of the World of TUI whose brand Thomson Airways currently operates year-round between various points in the United Kingdom and Orlando Sanford. tickets Reservations can be made online at www.ArkeFly.nl or through a local travel professional.
Non-stop service on Mondays is scheduled to leave Amsterdam at 8:30 AM and arrive at Orlando Sanford at 12:45 PM; flights will depart Orlando Sanford at 2:30 PM and arrive in Amsterdam at 7:15 AM (on Tuesdays) via one-stop in Miami. On Fridays the non-stop service is scheduled to leave Amsterdam at 2:30 PM and arrive at Orlando Sanford at 7:45 PM; flights will depart Orlando Sanford at 9:30 PM and arrive in Amsterdam at 1:15 PM (on Saturdays) via one-stop in Miami. All flight times are local.
Manfred Lahey, Manager Product - TUI Netherlands remarked, “The selection of Orlando Sanford for this new service is based upon the convenience to our passengers, economic advantages and the ability of the Airport to accommodate our operational needs.”
Larry Dale, Orlando Sanford International Airport President and CEO, welcomed the new carrier, saying “ArkeFly’s service to Amsterdam provides yet another opportunity for Central Floridians to fly to Europe via SFB. I anticipate tremendous community response to this exciting new destination.”
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Iberia add more flights to Central American
Iberia has launched new flights to Central America.
These new flights will fly to San Salvador and Panama direct from Madrid. Previously these flights went via Guatemala.
Iberia now flies to four Central American countries including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala and Panama.
The flights to Central America from Iberia’s new Madrid Terminal 4 hub are all direct, and are timed to ensure easy convenient connections for passengers flying to or from Germany.
From Terminal 4 Iberia operates 13 flights each day to and from Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin and Dusseldorf. From Madrid Iberia flies to 17 Latin American cities and 4 destinations in the United States, to 10 cities in Africa and the Middle East, and to 35 in Spain.
The flights to Panama City and San Salvador will use the Airbus A-340/300 aircraft with a passenger capacity of 254 people. Iberia predicts passenger levels of around 40,000 to San Salvador and over 80,000 to Panama City next year.
With Central America increasing in popularity as a holiday destination Iberia is taking steps to improve connections with other countries within Central America.
“It is very pleasing for Central America and the whole travel industry to see Iberia making this investment in Central America and proves that the region is increasing in popularity. The whole region has so much to offer tourists and holidaymakers, it is important to have the infrastructure in place to cope with demand and make the whole of Central America easily accessible.” Said Nigel Thomas, Managing Director, Hidden Trails Limited
These new flights will fly to San Salvador and Panama direct from Madrid. Previously these flights went via Guatemala.
Iberia now flies to four Central American countries including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala and Panama.
The flights to Central America from Iberia’s new Madrid Terminal 4 hub are all direct, and are timed to ensure easy convenient connections for passengers flying to or from Germany.
From Terminal 4 Iberia operates 13 flights each day to and from Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin and Dusseldorf. From Madrid Iberia flies to 17 Latin American cities and 4 destinations in the United States, to 10 cities in Africa and the Middle East, and to 35 in Spain.
The flights to Panama City and San Salvador will use the Airbus A-340/300 aircraft with a passenger capacity of 254 people. Iberia predicts passenger levels of around 40,000 to San Salvador and over 80,000 to Panama City next year.
With Central America increasing in popularity as a holiday destination Iberia is taking steps to improve connections with other countries within Central America.
“It is very pleasing for Central America and the whole travel industry to see Iberia making this investment in Central America and proves that the region is increasing in popularity. The whole region has so much to offer tourists and holidaymakers, it is important to have the infrastructure in place to cope with demand and make the whole of Central America easily accessible.” Said Nigel Thomas, Managing Director, Hidden Trails Limited
TAM and Lufthansa reciprocal frequent flyer benefits
TAM and Lufthansa signed a Memorandum of Understanding In the coming months, the two companies will examine various forms of cooperation. The first step will be the implementation of codesharing on domestic and international routes. Other possibilities include the optimization of the two companies' flight schedules and linking TAM's frequent flyer program, Fidelidade, with Lufthansa's Miles & More, as well as reciprocal sharing of VIP lounges in a number of airports.
For Marco Antonio Bologna, President of TAM, the partnership with Lufthansa is in line with the company's strategy to seek alliances with leading companies in destination markets. "We are going to explore possible synergies between the two companies' networks, and in doing so, we can offer new choices for flights in both Brazil and Germany."
"Both companies are distinguished as innovators and for their high levels of quality and credibility. Our customers will soon benefit from our cooperation," added Jens Bischof, Lufthansa's Vice President for the Americas.
Paulo Castello Branco, Vice President for Planning and Alliances, adds that TAM will have a local partner in the German market with a broad service network.
Currently, the Lufthansa group offers 20 flights a week between Sao Paulo and its three hubs in Frankfurt and Munich (Lufthansa), as well as Zurich (SWISS). Passengers coming from Brazil's economic metropolis arrive at their destinations in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa with only one stop, and rapid transfers. In addition, Lufthansa provides daily service to its Latin American destinations in Mexico, Caracas, Buenos Aires and Santiago, Chile (SWISS). In total, Lufthansa serves 192 destinations in 78 countries.
For Marco Antonio Bologna, President of TAM, the partnership with Lufthansa is in line with the company's strategy to seek alliances with leading companies in destination markets. "We are going to explore possible synergies between the two companies' networks, and in doing so, we can offer new choices for flights in both Brazil and Germany."
"Both companies are distinguished as innovators and for their high levels of quality and credibility. Our customers will soon benefit from our cooperation," added Jens Bischof, Lufthansa's Vice President for the Americas.
Paulo Castello Branco, Vice President for Planning and Alliances, adds that TAM will have a local partner in the German market with a broad service network.
Currently, the Lufthansa group offers 20 flights a week between Sao Paulo and its three hubs in Frankfurt and Munich (Lufthansa), as well as Zurich (SWISS). Passengers coming from Brazil's economic metropolis arrive at their destinations in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa with only one stop, and rapid transfers. In addition, Lufthansa provides daily service to its Latin American destinations in Mexico, Caracas, Buenos Aires and Santiago, Chile (SWISS). In total, Lufthansa serves 192 destinations in 78 countries.
TACA/Lufthansa partners on ffp and lounge access
TACA and Lufthansa plan to cooperate closely in future under a memorandum of understanding signed by representatives of the two airlines. Their objective, among others, is to begin codesharing on national and international routes. With an eye on future cooperation, TACA and Lufthansa are also testing other benefits for their customers such as pooling frequent flyer programmes, closely coordinating their flight schedules and mutual lounge access.
"TACA is immensely pleased at the prospect of cooperation with one of the world's leading carriers like Lufthansa," observed Alex Benítez, TACA Vice President for Planning. "With the signing of this memorandum of understanding, we are committed to doing our utmost towards meeting the requirements of our customers and ensuring that better day-to-day service awaits them in future." Daniel Ratti, TACA President for Peru, is confident "that we will be able to offer additional services and a range of new connections that will strengthen our position in commercial air traffic. TACA is showing that it is always in the vanguiard in the airline business."
Lufthansa lays on daily flights ex Germany to Caracas, Mexico, Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile (SWISS) in a total of 35 weekly connections between its domestic hubs and Latin American markets. With just one stopover and short connecting times, passengers from Latin America can fly to destinations across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Worldwide, Lufthansa serves 192 destinations in 78 countries.
From three hubs (in El Salvador, Costa Rica and Peru), TACA operates flights in an extensive network to 35 destinations in 20 countries across the American continent. Its modern fleet is equipped with new-generation Airbus A319, A320 and A321 jets noted for technical innovation, efficiency and safety, and all configured with Business Class. Additionally, TACA operates cargo, courier and mail services. The airline recently opened a new hub in Lima, which has expanded capacity from 160 to 230 flights weekly. Precision in its flight operations is reflected in the figures: Flight regularity in 2006 averaged 99.74 per cent; the airline's punctuality (OTP) record in the same year reached 91.91 per cent.
"TACA is immensely pleased at the prospect of cooperation with one of the world's leading carriers like Lufthansa," observed Alex Benítez, TACA Vice President for Planning. "With the signing of this memorandum of understanding, we are committed to doing our utmost towards meeting the requirements of our customers and ensuring that better day-to-day service awaits them in future." Daniel Ratti, TACA President for Peru, is confident "that we will be able to offer additional services and a range of new connections that will strengthen our position in commercial air traffic. TACA is showing that it is always in the vanguiard in the airline business."
Lufthansa lays on daily flights ex Germany to Caracas, Mexico, Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile (SWISS) in a total of 35 weekly connections between its domestic hubs and Latin American markets. With just one stopover and short connecting times, passengers from Latin America can fly to destinations across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Worldwide, Lufthansa serves 192 destinations in 78 countries.
From three hubs (in El Salvador, Costa Rica and Peru), TACA operates flights in an extensive network to 35 destinations in 20 countries across the American continent. Its modern fleet is equipped with new-generation Airbus A319, A320 and A321 jets noted for technical innovation, efficiency and safety, and all configured with Business Class. Additionally, TACA operates cargo, courier and mail services. The airline recently opened a new hub in Lima, which has expanded capacity from 160 to 230 flights weekly. Precision in its flight operations is reflected in the figures: Flight regularity in 2006 averaged 99.74 per cent; the airline's punctuality (OTP) record in the same year reached 91.91 per cent.
Korean Air launches Android smartphone app
Korean Air launches Android phone Application service from July 29 to users worldwide. The Korean Air Android will allow the passengers to verify and search up-to-the minute flight and airline information with just one touch, similar to the Korean Air iPhone Application launched in May.
To enjoy this privileged service, customers can simply download the free application from the Android market. This application is available in multiple languages including Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese for users all around the world.
Services available through this application, like the iPhone, include flight status check, schedules and availability check, current reservation information, ticket fares and SKYPASS mileage records.
Plus, Korean Air has added a special menu that links directly to the Korean Air travel site (travel.koreanair.com). The site contains many useful travel information including Korean Air’s TV ad for Europe, “Listen to Eastern Europe”, which is a sound tour guide for famous Eastern Europe tour destinations.
With the increasing number of worldwide smartphone users, Korean Air will continuously upgrade its smartphone application services through supplementing additional functions such as seat reservations and pre-seat assigning to increase passenger’s comfort.
Korean Air’s iPhone Application which was launched in May 17 has been downloaded by more than 120,000 users worldwide.
To enjoy this privileged service, customers can simply download the free application from the Android market. This application is available in multiple languages including Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese for users all around the world.
Services available through this application, like the iPhone, include flight status check, schedules and availability check, current reservation information, ticket fares and SKYPASS mileage records.
Plus, Korean Air has added a special menu that links directly to the Korean Air travel site (travel.koreanair.com). The site contains many useful travel information including Korean Air’s TV ad for Europe, “Listen to Eastern Europe”, which is a sound tour guide for famous Eastern Europe tour destinations.
With the increasing number of worldwide smartphone users, Korean Air will continuously upgrade its smartphone application services through supplementing additional functions such as seat reservations and pre-seat assigning to increase passenger’s comfort.
Korean Air’s iPhone Application which was launched in May 17 has been downloaded by more than 120,000 users worldwide.
Etihad Guest Above Infinite Card
Rise Above with Etihad Guest Above Cards
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank and Etihad Guest bring you the Etihad Guest Above Credit Cards, a portfolio of 4 co-branded credit cards offering you exclusive privileges that make your everyday spend - be it shopping, dining, entertainment or travel, truly rewarding.
apply for Etihad Guest Above Infinite Card and earn Welcome bonus of 50,000 Etihad Guest Miles during first year of card issuance.
• 2 Etihad Guest Miles for every USD 1 spent with your Infinite Card.
• 1 bonus Etihad Guest Mile for every USD 1 spent internationally.
• 1 bonus Etihad Guest Mile for every USD 1 spent towards online ticket purchases on etihadairways.com*.
• Fast track to Etihad Guest Gold tier.
• Complimentary 50% Upgrade Voucher.
• Miles Multiplier Programme.
• Complimentary Annual Vacation Certificate for 7 days at premium resorts around the world.
• Complimentary Airport Chauffer Service.
• 0% Installment Payment Plan for 90 days on purchases at Etihad Holidays.
When you have taken one return flight on Etihad Airways within 12 months of card issuance.
• 50% upgrade voucher:
- Once you become an Etihad Guest Gold Member, you will be eligible for an Upgrade Voucher which entitles you to an incredible 50% off when you choose for an upgrade to the next higher cabin using your Etihad Guest Miles
- The Voucher will be issued to you after every fifth flight one way (excluding redemption flight) you complete on Etihad from the date you attain the Etihad Guest Gold status.
- The Voucher can be redeemed for any flight on the Etihad Airways network and will be valid for a period of 6 months from the date of issuance.
• Miles Multiplier Programme:
- Earn bonus 5,000 Etihad Guest Miles each month on minimum monthly purchases of USD 5,000.
- This is an optional feature and is complimentary during the first year of card issuance.
- From the 2nd year onwards, you need to enroll in the program by calling ADCB. A monthly fee of AED 200 shall be charged to your card account.
• free Annual Vacation Certificate is given on minimum annual spends of AED 200,000 from 2nd year of card account & onwards
• As part of free Airport Chauffer Service you receive 4 one way complimentary airport transfers in a calendar year to commute either to or from Abu Dhabi International Airport to your residence anywhere in the UAE.
• Card approval shall be at the sole discretion of ADCB. Bank terms & conditions apply.
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank and Etihad Guest bring you the Etihad Guest Above Credit Cards, a portfolio of 4 co-branded credit cards offering you exclusive privileges that make your everyday spend - be it shopping, dining, entertainment or travel, truly rewarding.
apply for Etihad Guest Above Infinite Card and earn Welcome bonus of 50,000 Etihad Guest Miles during first year of card issuance.
• 2 Etihad Guest Miles for every USD 1 spent with your Infinite Card.
• 1 bonus Etihad Guest Mile for every USD 1 spent internationally.
• 1 bonus Etihad Guest Mile for every USD 1 spent towards online ticket purchases on etihadairways.com*.
• Fast track to Etihad Guest Gold tier.
• Complimentary 50% Upgrade Voucher.
• Miles Multiplier Programme.
• Complimentary Annual Vacation Certificate for 7 days at premium resorts around the world.
• Complimentary Airport Chauffer Service.
• 0% Installment Payment Plan for 90 days on purchases at Etihad Holidays.
When you have taken one return flight on Etihad Airways within 12 months of card issuance.
• 50% upgrade voucher:
- Once you become an Etihad Guest Gold Member, you will be eligible for an Upgrade Voucher which entitles you to an incredible 50% off when you choose for an upgrade to the next higher cabin using your Etihad Guest Miles
- The Voucher will be issued to you after every fifth flight one way (excluding redemption flight) you complete on Etihad from the date you attain the Etihad Guest Gold status.
- The Voucher can be redeemed for any flight on the Etihad Airways network and will be valid for a period of 6 months from the date of issuance.
• Miles Multiplier Programme:
- Earn bonus 5,000 Etihad Guest Miles each month on minimum monthly purchases of USD 5,000.
- This is an optional feature and is complimentary during the first year of card issuance.
- From the 2nd year onwards, you need to enroll in the program by calling ADCB. A monthly fee of AED 200 shall be charged to your card account.
• free Annual Vacation Certificate is given on minimum annual spends of AED 200,000 from 2nd year of card account & onwards
• As part of free Airport Chauffer Service you receive 4 one way complimentary airport transfers in a calendar year to commute either to or from Abu Dhabi International Airport to your residence anywhere in the UAE.
• Card approval shall be at the sole discretion of ADCB. Bank terms & conditions apply.
amex Etihad Guest credit card lounge benefits
Etihad Airways and American Express Middle East and North Africa – “American Express MENA” announced it has joined forces with Etihad Airways to bring American Express Cardmembers exclusive travel rewards. The new co-branded credit card comes in two versions, Gold and Platinum, and is packed with unique features and airline benefits that will help you earn miles faster. This is the first airline co-brand for American Express in the Middle East.
Apply now, and get the chance to win free Pearl Business Class tickets to Europe or USA with the Etihad Guest American Express® Credit Card.
Enjoy many unique benefits*:
• Up to 5,000 Bonus Etihad Guest Miles.
• Complimentary Access to Airport Lounges across the globe.
• Instant Upgrade to Etihad Guest Silver or Gold Tiers.
So, whether you’re shopping for groceries, fueling up your car or buying an Etihad Airways ticket, simply present your Etihad Guest American Express credit card and watch your miles grow!
Earn Miles
Each time you use your Etihad Guest American Express credit card you will be rewarded with Etihad Guest Miles.
Etihad Guest American Express Gold card earns 2 Etihad Guest Miles for every USD$3 spent.
Etihad Guest American Express Platinum card earns 1 Etihad Guest Mile for every USD$1 spent.
Added Benefits
The Etihad Guest American Express credit card opens up a world of benefits to card members including:
• Up to 50% faster mileage earn rate
• Fast track Tier upgrade for card members to the Etihad Guest Silver and Gold tiers
• Airport Lounge access around the globe
• Travel accident insurance
• Retail protection and more!
In addition, Gold and platinum card holders will earn a Bonus of 3,000 and 5,000 Etihad Guest Miles respectively for card activation, as well as earn an additional 1,000 miles as soon as the first flight on Etihad Airways is taken.
American Express Cardmembers can redeem two Membership Rewards points to earn one Etihad Guest Mile, to be used for free flights and upgrades. Furthermore, for every 2,000 Membership Rewards points transferred, Cardmembers will automatically earn one raffle entry to win one of 10 grand prizes of 50,000 Etihad Guest Miles each. After transferring their points, Cardmembers can also enjoy exciting Etihad Airways promotions like a 25 per cent discount on all flights rewards.
Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer, said: “Etihad Airways’ award-winning loyalty programme, Etihad Guest, prides itself on providing its members with some of the most wide-ranging and flexible travel benefit offers available within the industry. We look forward to offering the same benefits to all American Express Cardmembers.”
Apply now, and get the chance to win free Pearl Business Class tickets to Europe or USA with the Etihad Guest American Express® Credit Card.
Enjoy many unique benefits*:
• Up to 5,000 Bonus Etihad Guest Miles.
• Complimentary Access to Airport Lounges across the globe.
• Instant Upgrade to Etihad Guest Silver or Gold Tiers.
So, whether you’re shopping for groceries, fueling up your car or buying an Etihad Airways ticket, simply present your Etihad Guest American Express credit card and watch your miles grow!
Earn Miles
Each time you use your Etihad Guest American Express credit card you will be rewarded with Etihad Guest Miles.
Etihad Guest American Express Gold card earns 2 Etihad Guest Miles for every USD$3 spent.
Etihad Guest American Express Platinum card earns 1 Etihad Guest Mile for every USD$1 spent.
Added Benefits
The Etihad Guest American Express credit card opens up a world of benefits to card members including:
• Up to 50% faster mileage earn rate
• Fast track Tier upgrade for card members to the Etihad Guest Silver and Gold tiers
• Airport Lounge access around the globe
• Travel accident insurance
• Retail protection and more!
In addition, Gold and platinum card holders will earn a Bonus of 3,000 and 5,000 Etihad Guest Miles respectively for card activation, as well as earn an additional 1,000 miles as soon as the first flight on Etihad Airways is taken.
American Express Cardmembers can redeem two Membership Rewards points to earn one Etihad Guest Mile, to be used for free flights and upgrades. Furthermore, for every 2,000 Membership Rewards points transferred, Cardmembers will automatically earn one raffle entry to win one of 10 grand prizes of 50,000 Etihad Guest Miles each. After transferring their points, Cardmembers can also enjoy exciting Etihad Airways promotions like a 25 per cent discount on all flights rewards.
Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer, said: “Etihad Airways’ award-winning loyalty programme, Etihad Guest, prides itself on providing its members with some of the most wide-ranging and flexible travel benefit offers available within the industry. We look forward to offering the same benefits to all American Express Cardmembers.”
Sunday, July 31, 2011
DL 129 SEA PEK on b767 300ER
Delta airlines has launched nonstop flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing,china. The new routes continue Delta's development of Seattle as its primary West Coast gateway to Asia.
"Delta's development of Seattle as a gateway to Asia continues to create opportunities for economic development and tourism across the Pacific Northwest," said Steve Sear, Delta's vice president – Global Sales. "Customers from across the United States and Asia enjoy convenient connections to and from more than 70 nonstop destinations at Seattle through Delta and our codeshare partner Alaska Airlines' hub."
"This is great economic news for Washington state," Gov. Chris Gregoire said. "This flight will carry business leaders in both directions, creating new relationships that will open new doors on both sides of the Pacific."
The new flights are scheduled as follows:
New nonstop service between Seattle and Beijing, beginning today
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 129
SEA at 9:05 p.m.
PEK at 11:40 p.m.*
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
DL 128 Beijing at 8:55 a.m. Seattle at 5:30 a.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
delta airlines Seattle routes, served by Boeing 216-seat 767-300ER aircraft, will offer customers the option to experience economy comfort seats with more legroom and enhanced service,Business class passenger enjoy innovative food and original wine selections,skyclub lounge access. BusinessElite also features avod personal in-seat entertainment boasting more than 20 first-run and popular classic movies, a variety of TV programs, thousands of music titles and a suite of video games.
As previously announced, Delta will invest $1 billion, or about $300 million per year, through mid-2013 to improve the customer experience in the air and on the ground. The product investment includes installing full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite on 90 trans-oceanic aircraft, including 14 Boeing 767-400ERs, 52 Boeing 767-300ERs, 16 Boeing 747-400s and eight Boeing 777-200ERs. Upon completion, each of these fleets will have full flat-bed seats on all aircraft. Delta also will add in-seat audio and video on demand throughout Economy Class on 16 Boeing 747-400 and 52 Boeing 767-300ER aircraft. With these additions, Delta will offer personal, in-seat entertainment for both BusinessElite and Economy class customers on all wide-body aircraft
"Delta's development of Seattle as a gateway to Asia continues to create opportunities for economic development and tourism across the Pacific Northwest," said Steve Sear, Delta's vice president – Global Sales. "Customers from across the United States and Asia enjoy convenient connections to and from more than 70 nonstop destinations at Seattle through Delta and our codeshare partner Alaska Airlines' hub."
"This is great economic news for Washington state," Gov. Chris Gregoire said. "This flight will carry business leaders in both directions, creating new relationships that will open new doors on both sides of the Pacific."
The new flights are scheduled as follows:
New nonstop service between Seattle and Beijing, beginning today
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 129
SEA at 9:05 p.m.
PEK at 11:40 p.m.*
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
DL 128 Beijing at 8:55 a.m. Seattle at 5:30 a.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
delta airlines Seattle routes, served by Boeing 216-seat 767-300ER aircraft, will offer customers the option to experience economy comfort seats with more legroom and enhanced service,Business class passenger enjoy innovative food and original wine selections,skyclub lounge access. BusinessElite also features avod personal in-seat entertainment boasting more than 20 first-run and popular classic movies, a variety of TV programs, thousands of music titles and a suite of video games.
As previously announced, Delta will invest $1 billion, or about $300 million per year, through mid-2013 to improve the customer experience in the air and on the ground. The product investment includes installing full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite on 90 trans-oceanic aircraft, including 14 Boeing 767-400ERs, 52 Boeing 767-300ERs, 16 Boeing 747-400s and eight Boeing 777-200ERs. Upon completion, each of these fleets will have full flat-bed seats on all aircraft. Delta also will add in-seat audio and video on demand throughout Economy Class on 16 Boeing 747-400 and 52 Boeing 767-300ER aircraft. With these additions, Delta will offer personal, in-seat entertainment for both BusinessElite and Economy class customers on all wide-body aircraft
msp to london Heathrow on delta airlines
Delta airlines is growing its international presence at its Minneapolis-St. Paul hub, with enhanced offerings to Latin America and Europe. The expansion includes:
The expansion of Delta's nonstop service between Minneapolis-St. Paul and London-Heathrow from five days each week to daily service for winter 2010.
The extension of Delta's nonstop flight between Minneapolis-St. Paul and Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport from seasonal to year-round service.
"In addition, our Paris and London service this winter means more options for customers traveling between Minneapolis-St. Paul and Europe," Lentsch said.
Delta's service to London-Heathrow will be operated with a Boeing 767-400ER, which features 40 full flat bed Business class seats and 205 seats in Economy with front row economy comfort seats offer 4 inch legroom and priority checkin.
Delta's schedule:
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 40 MSP at 9:35 p.m. LHR at 12 p.m. (next day)
DL 41 LHR at 2:25 p.m. MSP at 5:35 p.m.
Daily
"Delta's decision to offer new and expanded international air service from Minneapolis-St. Paul is great news for businesses and leisure travelers throughout the region," said Jeff Hamiel, executive director of the Metropolitan Airports Commission, which owns and operates Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. "International air service is extremely important to the area economy, and today's announcement is a welcome indication that Delta aims to maintain a strong international as well as domestic presence at its Minnesota hub."
The expansion of Delta's nonstop service between Minneapolis-St. Paul and London-Heathrow from five days each week to daily service for winter 2010.
The extension of Delta's nonstop flight between Minneapolis-St. Paul and Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport from seasonal to year-round service.
"In addition, our Paris and London service this winter means more options for customers traveling between Minneapolis-St. Paul and Europe," Lentsch said.
Delta's service to London-Heathrow will be operated with a Boeing 767-400ER, which features 40 full flat bed Business class seats and 205 seats in Economy with front row economy comfort seats offer 4 inch legroom and priority checkin.
Delta's schedule:
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 40 MSP at 9:35 p.m. LHR at 12 p.m. (next day)
DL 41 LHR at 2:25 p.m. MSP at 5:35 p.m.
Daily
"Delta's decision to offer new and expanded international air service from Minneapolis-St. Paul is great news for businesses and leisure travelers throughout the region," said Jeff Hamiel, executive director of the Metropolitan Airports Commission, which owns and operates Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. "International air service is extremely important to the area economy, and today's announcement is a welcome indication that Delta aims to maintain a strong international as well as domestic presence at its Minnesota hub."
Alitalia Joins delta on trans-Atlantic route
Alitalia airlines,a member of the SkyTeam alliance,has joined the Air France-KLM Group and Delta airlines as a member of the airline industry's leading trans-Atlantic joint venture.
Through the four-way joint venture, passengers have convenient access to the world's largest trans-Atlantic network, which offers almost 250 flights and approximately 55,000 seats each day, now including 20 daily trans-Atlantic route to 5 U.S. destinations from Rome and Milan Malpensa airports.
Our customers can now choose between multiple gateways in the U.S. as well as in Europe, via Amsterdam Schiphol, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Rome Fiumicino."
Rome joins Amsterdam, Atlanta, Detroit, MSP, New York-JFK and Paris-CDG as the core hubs of the joint venture, with additional trans-Atlantic service from Cincinnati, Milan Malpensa, Memphis and Salt Lake City. Wherever traffic rights permit, the airlines offer customers codeshare service between the United States and the European Union, and in many cases beyond, creating one network for seamless airline-to-airline connections between points in North America and the European Union.
"Delta's partnership with Europe's leading airlines has been a great success and has enabled us to add new destinations and convenience for customers across the United States and Europe," said Delta CEO Richard Anderson. "The addition of Alitalia to our joint venture will further bolster our ability to optimize resources, protect revenues and provide more benefits for our employees and shareholders."
"The trans-Atlantic joint venture has been strengthened by the arrival of Alitalia, which adds the Italian market, the third biggest in Europe, to the JV and also gives it access to the Rome-Fiumicino airport," said Air France-KLM CEO Pierre-Henri Gourgeon. "The Italian airline, a SkyTeam member, is a strategic partner of Air France-KLM with which it already has joint venture agreements on its Italy-France and Italy-Netherlands routes. It is therefore natural that this successful partnership should continue with Alitalia's participation in the trans-Atlantic JV."
Governance of the joint venture will be equally shared between Alitalia, the Air France-KLM Group and Delta. Alitalia representatives will immediately join the joint venture's 11 working groups responsible for implementing and managing the agreement in the areas of network, revenue management, sales, product, frequent flyer, advertising/brand, cargo, operations, information technology, communications and finance. Alitalia also will be included in all joint venture initiatives, including joint sales contracts, which launched in January 2009.
Alitalia's addition to the joint venture is effective April 1, 2010 as part of a long-term agreement effective until at least March 31, 2022.
Through the four-way joint venture, passengers have convenient access to the world's largest trans-Atlantic network, which offers almost 250 flights and approximately 55,000 seats each day, now including 20 daily trans-Atlantic route to 5 U.S. destinations from Rome and Milan Malpensa airports.
Our customers can now choose between multiple gateways in the U.S. as well as in Europe, via Amsterdam Schiphol, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Rome Fiumicino."
Rome joins Amsterdam, Atlanta, Detroit, MSP, New York-JFK and Paris-CDG as the core hubs of the joint venture, with additional trans-Atlantic service from Cincinnati, Milan Malpensa, Memphis and Salt Lake City. Wherever traffic rights permit, the airlines offer customers codeshare service between the United States and the European Union, and in many cases beyond, creating one network for seamless airline-to-airline connections between points in North America and the European Union.
"Delta's partnership with Europe's leading airlines has been a great success and has enabled us to add new destinations and convenience for customers across the United States and Europe," said Delta CEO Richard Anderson. "The addition of Alitalia to our joint venture will further bolster our ability to optimize resources, protect revenues and provide more benefits for our employees and shareholders."
"The trans-Atlantic joint venture has been strengthened by the arrival of Alitalia, which adds the Italian market, the third biggest in Europe, to the JV and also gives it access to the Rome-Fiumicino airport," said Air France-KLM CEO Pierre-Henri Gourgeon. "The Italian airline, a SkyTeam member, is a strategic partner of Air France-KLM with which it already has joint venture agreements on its Italy-France and Italy-Netherlands routes. It is therefore natural that this successful partnership should continue with Alitalia's participation in the trans-Atlantic JV."
Governance of the joint venture will be equally shared between Alitalia, the Air France-KLM Group and Delta. Alitalia representatives will immediately join the joint venture's 11 working groups responsible for implementing and managing the agreement in the areas of network, revenue management, sales, product, frequent flyer, advertising/brand, cargo, operations, information technology, communications and finance. Alitalia also will be included in all joint venture initiatives, including joint sales contracts, which launched in January 2009.
Alitalia's addition to the joint venture is effective April 1, 2010 as part of a long-term agreement effective until at least March 31, 2022.
Delta flights to haneda airport
Delta airlines announced flight schedules* for new daily, year-round flights between Tokyo's Haneda Airport and Detroit and Los Angeles. The new flights, which begin Feb. 19, 2011, will be available for sale to customers beginning Saturday, July 17 at delta.com and through other ticketing channels.
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 627
DTW at 7:30 p.m. HND at 11 p.m
DL 628
HND at 6:55 a.m. Detroit at 4:50 a.m.
Feb. 20, 2011
Boeing 747-400
DL 635 LAX at 12:10 a.m. HND at 5 a.m.**
DL 636 Tokyo-Haneda at 1 a.m. LAX at 6:40 p.m.***
Feb. 21, 2011
Boeing 747-400
All Delta flights to Haneda international terminal will operate using 403-seat Boeing 747-400 aircraft. These aircraft feature 65 seats in Business class and 338 seats in Economy class. delta recently add economy comfort seats on the front of the cabin,passengers can buy extra legroom for the cost of about 100 dollars,Customers on all Haneda flights will have the opportunity to experience Delta's award-winning BusinessElite service, including innovative food,skyclub lounge access. Business class also features on-demand personal in-seat entertainment boasting more than 20 first-run and popular classic movies, a variety of TV programs, music titles and a suite of video games.
From Detroit, new service to Haneda will boost Delta's Eastern U.S. gateway to Asia, building on recently added flights to Seoul and Hong Kong, expanded service to Shanghai and long-standing flights to Tokyo-Narita and Nagoya. Delta's hub at Detroit, featuring a state-of-the-art 121-gate terminal designed for international connections, will provide one-stop service to Haneda for customers in 106 U.S. cities.
"Delta demonstrates their confidence in Detroit Metro with the continued expansion of Asian routes, specifically to Tokyo-Haneda, continuing to position the Detroit Metropolitan area as an international gateway," said Wayne County Executive Robert A. Ficano. "This addition will be a collective boost for Delta's Eastern gateway to Asia and for Southeast Michigan."
From Los Angeles, Delta will serve the largest mainland U.S.-Tokyo market, as well as provide one-stop service for customers in 21 U.S. cities.
In addition to Haneda, Delta will continue to offer daily trans-Pacific service from Los Angeles to Tokyo-Narita, Sydney, Australia and Tahiti (operated by joint venture partner Air France).
As previously announced, Delta will invest $1 billion, or about $300 million per year, through mid-2013 to improve the customer experience in the air and on the ground. The product investment includes installing full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite on approximately 90 trans-Ocean aircraft and adding in-seat audio and video on demand in Economy Class on widebody aircraft that do not feature this service today. The 747-400 fleet flying to Haneda will receive both enhancements.
Delta is the No.1 U.S. airline operating in the Japan market. Delta operates nonstop flights from its Asian hub at the Tokyo-Narita Airport to nine U.S. mainland gateways, three beach resorts – Hawaii, Guam and Saipan – and 10 destinations in Asia. Delta also operates daily flights from Osaka's Kansai International Airport and Nagoya's Centrair Airport. Delta recently announced plans to add new service between Nagoya and Honolulu and between Tokyo-Narita and the Pacific island of Palau, both effective in December, pending government approvals.
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 627
DTW at 7:30 p.m. HND at 11 p.m
DL 628
HND at 6:55 a.m. Detroit at 4:50 a.m.
Feb. 20, 2011
Boeing 747-400
DL 635 LAX at 12:10 a.m. HND at 5 a.m.**
DL 636 Tokyo-Haneda at 1 a.m. LAX at 6:40 p.m.***
Feb. 21, 2011
Boeing 747-400
All Delta flights to Haneda international terminal will operate using 403-seat Boeing 747-400 aircraft. These aircraft feature 65 seats in Business class and 338 seats in Economy class. delta recently add economy comfort seats on the front of the cabin,passengers can buy extra legroom for the cost of about 100 dollars,Customers on all Haneda flights will have the opportunity to experience Delta's award-winning BusinessElite service, including innovative food,skyclub lounge access. Business class also features on-demand personal in-seat entertainment boasting more than 20 first-run and popular classic movies, a variety of TV programs, music titles and a suite of video games.
From Detroit, new service to Haneda will boost Delta's Eastern U.S. gateway to Asia, building on recently added flights to Seoul and Hong Kong, expanded service to Shanghai and long-standing flights to Tokyo-Narita and Nagoya. Delta's hub at Detroit, featuring a state-of-the-art 121-gate terminal designed for international connections, will provide one-stop service to Haneda for customers in 106 U.S. cities.
"Delta demonstrates their confidence in Detroit Metro with the continued expansion of Asian routes, specifically to Tokyo-Haneda, continuing to position the Detroit Metropolitan area as an international gateway," said Wayne County Executive Robert A. Ficano. "This addition will be a collective boost for Delta's Eastern gateway to Asia and for Southeast Michigan."
From Los Angeles, Delta will serve the largest mainland U.S.-Tokyo market, as well as provide one-stop service for customers in 21 U.S. cities.
In addition to Haneda, Delta will continue to offer daily trans-Pacific service from Los Angeles to Tokyo-Narita, Sydney, Australia and Tahiti (operated by joint venture partner Air France).
As previously announced, Delta will invest $1 billion, or about $300 million per year, through mid-2013 to improve the customer experience in the air and on the ground. The product investment includes installing full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite on approximately 90 trans-Ocean aircraft and adding in-seat audio and video on demand in Economy Class on widebody aircraft that do not feature this service today. The 747-400 fleet flying to Haneda will receive both enhancements.
Delta is the No.1 U.S. airline operating in the Japan market. Delta operates nonstop flights from its Asian hub at the Tokyo-Narita Airport to nine U.S. mainland gateways, three beach resorts – Hawaii, Guam and Saipan – and 10 destinations in Asia. Delta also operates daily flights from Osaka's Kansai International Airport and Nagoya's Centrair Airport. Delta recently announced plans to add new service between Nagoya and Honolulu and between Tokyo-Narita and the Pacific island of Palau, both effective in December, pending government approvals.
delta Expanded Service to Reagan National airport
Delta airlines is continuing to focus on enhancing flight schedules in key business markets, with added service planned between 21 cities and Washington, D.C. or New York.
The schedule enhancements do not affect Delta's previously announced capacity guidance for 2010 and 2011.
More details on the schedule enhancements at Washington-Reagan are available at http://news.delta.com/index.php?s=18&item=136. These flights will be available for sale to customers via delta.com and other ticketing channels beginning Saturday, July 31.2010
Fall schedule highlights include:
Increased service at Washington-Reagan National Airport, with new or increased service to nine cities beginning Oct. 31.
Enhanced domestic and international service at LaGuardia and JFK airports in New York, with new or expanded service to 12 cities beginning Sept. 7.
With its convenient location near central Washington,DC Reagan National Airport is the area's preferred airport for business travelers. On Oct. 31,2010 Delta launched new nonstop service from the airport to Hartford, Conn.; Columbus, Ohio; Jacksonville, Fla.; Orlando, Fla.; Miami, Fla.; Tampa, Fla.; and St. Louis, for a total of 21 new daily nonstop flights to Reagan National.
In addition, Delta's existing service from Reagan National to Boston has expanded with five additional daily frequencies for a schedule of 12 flights each day, while Delta's service to Indianapolis will be expanded from two to three daily flights.
As part of the schedule realignment, Delta will be discontinuing service between Reagan National and Huntsville, Ala.
When the schedule upgrade is complete, Delta will serve 22 cities nonstop from dca, compared with 16 in the fall of 2009.
The schedule enhancements do not affect Delta's previously announced capacity guidance for 2010 and 2011.
More details on the schedule enhancements at Washington-Reagan are available at http://news.delta.com/index.php?s=18&item=136. These flights will be available for sale to customers via delta.com and other ticketing channels beginning Saturday, July 31.2010
Fall schedule highlights include:
Increased service at Washington-Reagan National Airport, with new or increased service to nine cities beginning Oct. 31.
Enhanced domestic and international service at LaGuardia and JFK airports in New York, with new or expanded service to 12 cities beginning Sept. 7.
With its convenient location near central Washington,DC Reagan National Airport is the area's preferred airport for business travelers. On Oct. 31,2010 Delta launched new nonstop service from the airport to Hartford, Conn.; Columbus, Ohio; Jacksonville, Fla.; Orlando, Fla.; Miami, Fla.; Tampa, Fla.; and St. Louis, for a total of 21 new daily nonstop flights to Reagan National.
In addition, Delta's existing service from Reagan National to Boston has expanded with five additional daily frequencies for a schedule of 12 flights each day, while Delta's service to Indianapolis will be expanded from two to three daily flights.
As part of the schedule realignment, Delta will be discontinuing service between Reagan National and Huntsville, Ala.
When the schedule upgrade is complete, Delta will serve 22 cities nonstop from dca, compared with 16 in the fall of 2009.
Delta Sky Club lounge at LAX T5
Delta airlines has opened a renovated and expanded Sky Club at Los Angeles International Airport, completing the first of four airport lounge re-openings scheduled this year as part of the airline’s previously announced $1 billion investment in customer service.
Located on the Terminal 5 mezzanine level between Gates 53 and 55, the Delta Sky Club offers members and their guests complimentary beverages, snacks and Wi-Fi, as well as personalized flight assistance, satellite TV and computer workstation access.
The Los Angeles club now has 35 percent more seats, accommodating up to 186 customers, and includes two refurbished shower suites, expanded self-service bar and updated computer workstations.
Delta’s Los Angeles Sky Club is the model for three airport lounges set to open later this year. The Los Angeles design features updated furniture and contemporary aerial landscape art, depicting views as if seen from an airplane window seat. These elements will be replicated in clubs currently under construction in Seattle, Philadelphia and Indianapolis.
“The updated Los Angeles Sky Club reflects Delta’s commitment to improve our customers’ experience on the ground and in the air,” said Tim Mapes, senior vice president – Marketing. “From new flat-bed seats on all widebody flights to enhanced First Class service to new Sky Clubs, we are at the beginning of a multiyear initiative to substantially enhance our service worldwide.”
Delta Sky Club membership provides access to 50 airport Club locations worldwide and was named best airport lounge by readers of Executive Traveler and by Business Traveler magazines four years in a row and Global Traveler magazine for the past two years. More information regarding Delta Sky Clubs is available at delta.com/skyclub.
Located on the Terminal 5 mezzanine level between Gates 53 and 55, the Delta Sky Club offers members and their guests complimentary beverages, snacks and Wi-Fi, as well as personalized flight assistance, satellite TV and computer workstation access.
The Los Angeles club now has 35 percent more seats, accommodating up to 186 customers, and includes two refurbished shower suites, expanded self-service bar and updated computer workstations.
Delta’s Los Angeles Sky Club is the model for three airport lounges set to open later this year. The Los Angeles design features updated furniture and contemporary aerial landscape art, depicting views as if seen from an airplane window seat. These elements will be replicated in clubs currently under construction in Seattle, Philadelphia and Indianapolis.
“The updated Los Angeles Sky Club reflects Delta’s commitment to improve our customers’ experience on the ground and in the air,” said Tim Mapes, senior vice president – Marketing. “From new flat-bed seats on all widebody flights to enhanced First Class service to new Sky Clubs, we are at the beginning of a multiyear initiative to substantially enhance our service worldwide.”
Delta Sky Club membership provides access to 50 airport Club locations worldwide and was named best airport lounge by readers of Executive Traveler and by Business Traveler magazines four years in a row and Global Traveler magazine for the past two years. More information regarding Delta Sky Clubs is available at delta.com/skyclub.
Delta to expand at Terminal 4 at JFK Airport
Delta airlines and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFK International Air Terminal LLC (JFKIAT) unveiled plans for the enhancement and expansion of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The $1.2 billion project will create a state-of-the-art facility for New York's fastest growing global airline.
Terminal 4 Improvements and Customer Benefits
Currently, Delta operates predominantly out of Terminal 2 for domestic flights and Terminal 3 for international service. The expansion of Terminal 4 – which has been successfully managed by JFKIAT for over a decade – will replace the outdated Terminal 3 facilities to enhance the customer experience for the 11 million passengers Delta serves at JFK annually. Delta anticipates that customers will experience an improvement in operational performance through dual taxiways, resulting in reduced taxi times and better on-time performance. Delta is also upgrading its inter-terminal passenger connectors between Terminals 2 and 4 for faster transit between the facilities. Delta customers will further benefit from the airline's ability to continue expanding its international network, which currently includes non-stop service to 94 destinations from JFK and more than 1,200 weekly departures. International service includes non-stop service to Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, with new service being offered to Tokyo, Tel Aviv and Iceland among other destinations.
Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2010, with anticipated completion of phase one and relocation of Delta's Terminal 3 operations to Terminal 4 in May 2013. Delta's JFK terminal project includes the expansion of Concourse B at Terminal 4, with nine new international gates; the construction of a passenger connector between Terminal 2 and Terminal 4; expanded areas for baggage claim and Customs and Border Protection; and the demolition of Terminal 3 in May 2015. The Terminal 3 site will then be used for aircraft parking.
"The newly expanded and enhanced Terminal 4, one of many substantial investments we're making in New York, will provide significant benefits to our customers, employees and the city of New York for decades to come," said Delta Chief Executive Officer Richard Anderson. "Following a multi-year effort, we are very pleased to have reached a decision with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, JFKIAT and Schiphol USA. This plan allows us to move forward with the enhancement of our JFK hub, one that will showcase modern, welcoming facilities and meet the needs of the world's most competitive and largest aviation market."
"Ensuring reliable air transportation to and from New York City is crucial to strengthening our economy. And the decision by Delta Air Lines to expand its international terminal at Kennedy Airport will make it easier for even more people to travel to this city in the coming years," said New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. "Not only will this $1.2 billion project cement New York City's status as the nation's top travel destination, it will also create an additional 10,000 jobs over the next three years."
"This Delta-Port Authority announcement launches a billion dollar expanded and enhanced facility for JFK that will create new jobs and a state-of-the-art portal to the world's greatest city," said U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer. "JFK is the gateway to New York City. And with Delta flying non-stop to five continents, this new facility will enable travelers to fly to and from our great city with ease and comfort. Terminal 4 will greatly improve traveling for New Yorkers – and travelers across the globe – and showcase New York as the transportation hub of not only the nation, but the world."
Terminal 4 Improvements and Customer Benefits
Currently, Delta operates predominantly out of Terminal 2 for domestic flights and Terminal 3 for international service. The expansion of Terminal 4 – which has been successfully managed by JFKIAT for over a decade – will replace the outdated Terminal 3 facilities to enhance the customer experience for the 11 million passengers Delta serves at JFK annually. Delta anticipates that customers will experience an improvement in operational performance through dual taxiways, resulting in reduced taxi times and better on-time performance. Delta is also upgrading its inter-terminal passenger connectors between Terminals 2 and 4 for faster transit between the facilities. Delta customers will further benefit from the airline's ability to continue expanding its international network, which currently includes non-stop service to 94 destinations from JFK and more than 1,200 weekly departures. International service includes non-stop service to Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, with new service being offered to Tokyo, Tel Aviv and Iceland among other destinations.
Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2010, with anticipated completion of phase one and relocation of Delta's Terminal 3 operations to Terminal 4 in May 2013. Delta's JFK terminal project includes the expansion of Concourse B at Terminal 4, with nine new international gates; the construction of a passenger connector between Terminal 2 and Terminal 4; expanded areas for baggage claim and Customs and Border Protection; and the demolition of Terminal 3 in May 2015. The Terminal 3 site will then be used for aircraft parking.
"The newly expanded and enhanced Terminal 4, one of many substantial investments we're making in New York, will provide significant benefits to our customers, employees and the city of New York for decades to come," said Delta Chief Executive Officer Richard Anderson. "Following a multi-year effort, we are very pleased to have reached a decision with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, JFKIAT and Schiphol USA. This plan allows us to move forward with the enhancement of our JFK hub, one that will showcase modern, welcoming facilities and meet the needs of the world's most competitive and largest aviation market."
"Ensuring reliable air transportation to and from New York City is crucial to strengthening our economy. And the decision by Delta Air Lines to expand its international terminal at Kennedy Airport will make it easier for even more people to travel to this city in the coming years," said New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. "Not only will this $1.2 billion project cement New York City's status as the nation's top travel destination, it will also create an additional 10,000 jobs over the next three years."
"This Delta-Port Authority announcement launches a billion dollar expanded and enhanced facility for JFK that will create new jobs and a state-of-the-art portal to the world's greatest city," said U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer. "JFK is the gateway to New York City. And with Delta flying non-stop to five continents, this new facility will enable travelers to fly to and from our great city with ease and comfort. Terminal 4 will greatly improve traveling for New Yorkers – and travelers across the globe – and showcase New York as the transportation hub of not only the nation, but the world."
Delta SkyClub JFK full-service Café and Bar
Delta airlines has introduced a new dining experience at its four Delta Sky Clubs at New York JFK offering made-to-order meals for purchase and expanded beverage options through a full-service café and bar. The new Sky Club dining experience reinforces Delta’s commitment to customer service and is one of several substantial investments the airline is making in New York.
The new cafes, developed exclusively for Delta and operated by airport restaurateur OTG Management, include dedicated seating areas within Delta’s award-winning Sky Clubs where customers can enjoy made-to-order breakfast options, sandwiches, salads, small plates and desserts for purchase. The cafés also offer an extensive wine and beer selection, along with premium liquors. In addition to dining at the café, Sky Club members also can order from the menu and dine anywhere in the Club. Delta Sky Clubs continue to offer members complimentary snacks and beverages.
“The new Sky Club café concept at JFK is another step in Delta’s efforts to enhance the customer experience in New York in the air and on the ground and become New York's preferred airline,” said Gail Grimmett, Delta’s senior vice president — New York. “The new dining offerings are a direct response to member requests for more substantial meal options in our Clubs, and we’re confident the new full-service cafés we’ve developed with OTG will offer a truly superior customer experience.”
“OTG is proud to partner with Delta to enhance the travel experience for its customers by offering a superior dining experience,” said Rick Blatstein, CEO, OTG Management. “We have created an extensive dining menu for Sky Club members that we believe will exceed their expectations, with exceptional offerings served in a dedicated area and in an expedited manner.”
The JFK Sky Clubs are located in Terminal 3 near Gate 11 and the Duty Free shop,adjacent to Gate 12 and on the 4th floor across from Gate 6; as well as in Terminal 2 on the Mezzanine Level, near Gate 23.
Delta continues to make substantial investments in the New York market, including recently announced plans, along with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFK International Air Terminal LLC, to enhance and expand Terminal 4 at JFK. Delta also is reinventing the customer dining experience at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, in partnership with OTG Management, with the introduction of 13 new food and beverage concepts from some of New York City’s top chefs
Delta Sky Clubs offers members and their guests complimentary beverages, snacks and Wi-Fi, as well as personalized flight assistance, satellite TV and computer workstation access. Sky Club membership provides access to 50 airport Club locations worldwide and was named best airport lounge by readers of Executive Traveler and by Business Traveler magazines four years in a row and Global Traveler magazine for the past two years. More information regarding Delta Sky Clubs is available at delta.com/skyclub.
About Delta
The new cafes, developed exclusively for Delta and operated by airport restaurateur OTG Management, include dedicated seating areas within Delta’s award-winning Sky Clubs where customers can enjoy made-to-order breakfast options, sandwiches, salads, small plates and desserts for purchase. The cafés also offer an extensive wine and beer selection, along with premium liquors. In addition to dining at the café, Sky Club members also can order from the menu and dine anywhere in the Club. Delta Sky Clubs continue to offer members complimentary snacks and beverages.
“The new Sky Club café concept at JFK is another step in Delta’s efforts to enhance the customer experience in New York in the air and on the ground and become New York's preferred airline,” said Gail Grimmett, Delta’s senior vice president — New York. “The new dining offerings are a direct response to member requests for more substantial meal options in our Clubs, and we’re confident the new full-service cafés we’ve developed with OTG will offer a truly superior customer experience.”
“OTG is proud to partner with Delta to enhance the travel experience for its customers by offering a superior dining experience,” said Rick Blatstein, CEO, OTG Management. “We have created an extensive dining menu for Sky Club members that we believe will exceed their expectations, with exceptional offerings served in a dedicated area and in an expedited manner.”
The JFK Sky Clubs are located in Terminal 3 near Gate 11 and the Duty Free shop,adjacent to Gate 12 and on the 4th floor across from Gate 6; as well as in Terminal 2 on the Mezzanine Level, near Gate 23.
Delta continues to make substantial investments in the New York market, including recently announced plans, along with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFK International Air Terminal LLC, to enhance and expand Terminal 4 at JFK. Delta also is reinventing the customer dining experience at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, in partnership with OTG Management, with the introduction of 13 new food and beverage concepts from some of New York City’s top chefs
Delta Sky Clubs offers members and their guests complimentary beverages, snacks and Wi-Fi, as well as personalized flight assistance, satellite TV and computer workstation access. Sky Club membership provides access to 50 airport Club locations worldwide and was named best airport lounge by readers of Executive Traveler and by Business Traveler magazines four years in a row and Global Traveler magazine for the past two years. More information regarding Delta Sky Clubs is available at delta.com/skyclub.
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Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard cards
Delta airlines and MasterCard Worldwide today begin an exclusive brand partnership to offer customers and businesses co-branded Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard® cards. It will create the largest and most comprehensive debit card program offered to Delta customers.
The new Delta Debit MasterCard is available today with any SunTrust personal or business checking account. The SkyMiles Check Cards are currently issued by SunTrust Banks, Inc., and the cards are available in AL, AR, FL, GA, MD, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV and DC. Future debit partners will be announced as they come onboard and customer communication will follow.
The Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard will be available as Platinum Debit MasterCard, World Debit MasterCard or Debit MasterCard BusinessCard card products.
“MasterCard has the experience, infrastructure and deep commitment to help support our debit card growth plans, and they are absolutely the right partner," said Jeff Robertson, vice president of Delta’s SkyMiles program.
The Delta SkyMiles Check Card from SunTrust has been converted to a MasterCard card.
All new cards are already being issued as Debit MasterCard. Customers that currently have the Delta SkyMiles Check Card from SunTrust will receive a brand new Debit MasterCard in the mail with very easy instructions on how to activate and begin using it.
Delta and MasterCard have executed the first phase of the agreement; the two companies will now work over the next several months to build a national network of financial institutions to offer the Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard cards to current and prospective Delta customers through local bank branches across the United States.
In addition to offering cardholders the ability to earn Delta miles on qualifying purchases, the Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard card will provide a range of benefits. These include access to hundreds of merchant-funded discounts as well as purchase protections including Extended Warranty and Satisfaction Guarantee.
“Delta fliers who prefer a debit card option will soon be able to enjoy the powerful benefits of the Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard for years to come,” said Chris McWilton, President, U.S. Markets, MasterCard Worldwide. “Delta provides exceptional service to loyal travelers in nearly every major market of the country, serving more small- and medium-sized communities than any other airline and our localized approach positions us to further strengthen Delta customer relationships.”
The new Delta Debit MasterCard is available today with any SunTrust personal or business checking account. The SkyMiles Check Cards are currently issued by SunTrust Banks, Inc., and the cards are available in AL, AR, FL, GA, MD, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV and DC. Future debit partners will be announced as they come onboard and customer communication will follow.
The Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard will be available as Platinum Debit MasterCard, World Debit MasterCard or Debit MasterCard BusinessCard card products.
“MasterCard has the experience, infrastructure and deep commitment to help support our debit card growth plans, and they are absolutely the right partner," said Jeff Robertson, vice president of Delta’s SkyMiles program.
The Delta SkyMiles Check Card from SunTrust has been converted to a MasterCard card.
All new cards are already being issued as Debit MasterCard. Customers that currently have the Delta SkyMiles Check Card from SunTrust will receive a brand new Debit MasterCard in the mail with very easy instructions on how to activate and begin using it.
Delta and MasterCard have executed the first phase of the agreement; the two companies will now work over the next several months to build a national network of financial institutions to offer the Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard cards to current and prospective Delta customers through local bank branches across the United States.
In addition to offering cardholders the ability to earn Delta miles on qualifying purchases, the Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard card will provide a range of benefits. These include access to hundreds of merchant-funded discounts as well as purchase protections including Extended Warranty and Satisfaction Guarantee.
“Delta fliers who prefer a debit card option will soon be able to enjoy the powerful benefits of the Delta SkyMiles Debit MasterCard for years to come,” said Chris McWilton, President, U.S. Markets, MasterCard Worldwide. “Delta provides exceptional service to loyal travelers in nearly every major market of the country, serving more small- and medium-sized communities than any other airline and our localized approach positions us to further strengthen Delta customer relationships.”
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