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• New Delta-Northwest Mileage Program Is World's Largest
  April 20, 2009 3:31 pm
  The merger represents an enormous opportunity for Delta to establish SkyMiles as the world's largest, and best, frequent flyer program. read more
• US Airways aims to improve customer service
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The airline currently holds the worst on-time arrival record of any U.S. airline. Its new COO will focus on flight operations and customer service, attempting to improve its on-time record. read more
• US Airways/America West merger still faces major hurdles
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Though US Airways and America West officially merged two years ago, it hasn't been a smooth transition for travelers or employees. Major disputes over pilots' contracts have yet to be resolved. read more
• Midwest agrees to merge (but not with AirTran)
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  AirTran has given up its hostile takeover bid for Midwest Airlines. Instead, private equity firm TPG will buy Midwest for $400 million in cash. read more
• Do new websites mean better service from US Airways and Frontier?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  When a company redesigns its website, it may be evidence of careful research based on a sincere effort to better connect with customers. On the flip side, a new site may indicate a desperate attempt to re-brand and boost flagging financials. read more
• A closer look at the US Airways / America West merger
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Airline mergers are complicated things. But do they need to be this complicated? No way. read more
• What Will Happen to My Miles If US Airways and America West Merge?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  US Airways and America West are promising a robust frequent flyer program on their new merged airline. Your miles will be safe, but only if the merger is a success. read more
• Booking airfare online: The best tools for finding the best fares
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  We've compared the airlines' and agencies' searches to determine which offer the best tools to help you find the lowest fares. read more
• Give the gift of travel for as little as $10 to $25
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  So, you have a traveler on your list and don't know what to get for him or her. Allow us to step in to save you from a holiday frenzy by compiling a few ideas, most of which won't cost you more than a few bucks. Plus, you won't have to set foot inside a mall. read more
• Have bonus miles for dessert with miles-for-dining programs
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  If you'd like to see more miles on your plate, sign up with iDine, which enables you to earn miles for your meals at select restaurants. If you eat out often or like to treat all of your friends to dinner, you can quickly increase your mileage balance and speed up your quest for a free ticket. read more
• Earn thousands of miles for mortgages and real estate
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  If you're a homeowner or thinking of becoming one, you could be earning thousands of bonus miles on nine airlines from their loyalty programs' mortgage and real estate partners. read more
• Learn the secrets to becoming an elite flyer
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  There are ways of gaining elite status without becoming a road warrior, some that are official policy and others that are hush-hush. If you've ever wanted to take your place among the elite of air travel, read on as we reveal the secrets to gaining status. read more
• Maximize your earnings with online malls
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  America West, Continental, Delta, Northwest, United, and US Airways all have mileage malls, virtual spaces where you can find a large variety of online merchants all in one place and earn miles for shopping. read more
• Earn up to 6,000 miles for getting on the Net
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  You can add bonus miles to your frequent flyer account with many online activities, like booking airfare, checking in for a flight, and going shopping. But you may not realize that you can also earn miles just for going online. read more
• Talk your way to 10,000 bonus miles with telephone partners
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Here's a reason to pick up the telephone: five miles for every dollar you spend on phone calls. Sprint, MCI, and AT&T all have partnerships with airlines that entitle you to earn miles for switching your long distance service and dialing away. read more
• Redeem miles for stays, trains, and automobiles
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  It's easy to redeem frequent flyer miles for free flights, but you can also redeem your miles with at least 11 airlines for hotel stays, car rentals, train reservations, cruises, vacation packages, and even travel into space. read more
• Sizing up the loyalty programs of smaller airlines
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
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• Senior airfares: Who has them and are they worth it?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  In recent years, many U.S. airlines have cut senior discount programs. However, some carriers have retained their senior deals, usually offering ten percent off standard fares. Certain carriers may also allow you to bring along one companion of any age at the same fare. read more
• How can I donate frequent flyer miles to charity?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
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