
Air New Zealand’s new frequent flyer program kicks into action and is now live. Koru replaces Airpoints after 35 years of service. The new loyalty program introduces a new tier at the top of the pyramid, with black status sitting on top of platinum, then gold, silver, and bronze. Miles and status points will be…

As regional volatility reaches a breaking point in 2026, Etihad is pivoting from growth to grit. By slashing tier qualification requirements by 25%, the Abu Dhabi carrier is effectively subsidizing the loyalty of its frequent flyers grounded by airspace closures and cancellations. This isn’t a gift – it’s a calculated defensive maneuver to prevent a…

ITA Airways joins Miles&More on April 1, 2026. Volare ends March 30. Act now to book award flights before your miles lose value in the Lufthansa Group transition.

Miles & More is unique because it isn’t just a Lufthansa loyalty scheme; it is the integrated frequent flyer program for the entire Lufthansa Group and several independent partner carriers. This guide breaks down the 10 “fully integrated” airlines – including Lufthansa, SWISS, and LOT Polish – explaining why smaller carriers like Luxair and Croatia…

Korean Air buying out Asiana completely redesigned the aviation and loyalty landscape in South Korea. Skypass, the loyalty program, is changing fast and there’s a lot to keep up with. TL;DR: The 2026 Skypass Reality Table of Contents The Korean Air-Asiana Merger: Surviving the Monopoly The era of competition in the South Korean sky is…

The highest tier of an airline loyalty program is the dream of any frequent flyer. However getting to such status is not easy, it takes a lot of traveling and also some strategic planning. Emirates, this Christmas season, is putting up seats in its highest open tier up for auction. Here’s how Emirates‘ Platinum status…

It’s no secret that the LCC (low cost carrier) business model is suffering its deepest crisis in the US since its invention. Many airlines have been shifting towards catering the still strong demand for premium travel. Among the airlines JetBlue with its JetForward strategy. The latest move from this plan is the opening of the…