United Airlines and JetBlue Airways are raising their frequent tracks through a new partnership.
The two airlines announced a new loyalty collaboration called Blue Sky, which will allow members of United MileiaGeplus and TRUEBLUE members to win and reprint points and miles on “Most” flights operated by the other airline.
If approved by regulators, other frequent flame benefits will also be offered when passengers fly to the next airline at no additional cost, including the priority dormitory, free luggage and favorite places. The program is targeted to start in the fall, according to USA Today.
Airlines will also offer flights to each other’s website and applications. Moreover, they will show the other itineraries and fees on the website and applications when passengers are looking for flights to reserve.
“United’s global achievement perfectly meets the east of JetBlue East Coast network, and significantly expands the options and benefits to TruBlue members, no matter where the world is traveling,” Joanna Geraghty, CEO and JetBlue, in a statement.
Partnership also means returning flights to John F. Kennedy, New York International Airport following JFK airline closure operations in 2022.
New venture comes between deceit about a
As part of the agreement, JetBlue will give United Access to JFK space for up to seven daily round trip flights starting in 2027. JetBlue currently sees about 180 round trips a day to the airport.
JetBlue and United will also exchange eight slots for flight time at Newark Liberty International Airport.
“We are always looking for ways to give our MileagePlus members even more value and benefits, and this cooperation gives them a new, unique way to use their difficulty miles and find options that suit their schedule,” added the United Scott Kirby CEO.
“Plus, our employees are really excited about JFK’s return to United for a longer term, and we all look forward to starting flights very quickly.”
As reported earlier, JetBlue had been interesting in the formation of a partnership, with a purpose “to better compete against airlines such as United and their common air rivals”, according to CNBC.
However, the announcement noted that JetBlue and United will still function as separate, independent companies, managing and appreciating their networks independently, including starting new roads, frequencies and promotions.
The announcement comes shortly after United announced that starting June 3, it will require local travelers to check at least 45 minutes before departure, synchronizing the carrier with Delta and American, which have already done the same.
#JetBlue #United #Partnership #Linked #Loyalty #Programs #increases #frequent #powers
Image Source : nypost.com