The Frequent Flyer Program cooperation between the two carriers began June 30th, 2010. The arrangement allows Air China PhoenixMiles members to earn Status Mileage on all scheduled flights operated by Aegean Airlines(airline code: A3),Aegean Airlines Miles&Bonus flyer can earn miles on air china international flights and redeem Award Travel for round trips on all scheduled flights operated and marketed by Aegean Airlines.Aegean Airlines was accepted into the Star Alliance network as the 28th member.
Theodore Vassilakis, Chairman of Aegean Airlines said: “Joining Star Alliance is an honour and a great opportunity for Aegean. As of today our customers will enjoy recognition, loyalty benefits and end-on-end global service that Star Alliance is renowned for. At the same time, there will be a ‘star’ on the map, showing that services and access to Greece have been significantly upgraded.”
Aegean Airlines completed the integration and systems upgrade process in a short 12 months, following its acceptance as future member in May 2009.
Jaan Albrecht, CEO Star Alliance said: “AEGEAN brings a wealth of experience and an extensive domestic and international route network to the alliance family. For alliance members, Greece is an important travel market where Athens can be built into a major hub airport with growing connection traffic. It has already become an important player in the Southeast European area and we fully expect entry into Star Alliance will support its further development.”
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