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Five airlines offering frequent flyer status transfers this summer

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Five airlines offering frequent flyer status transfers this summer
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Jonathan E. Hendry U.S & Loyalty Journalist | Simple Flying

Several major global airlines are offering elite status matches for competitor frequent flyer programs this summer. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, British Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic have implemented these programs to attract more customers and boost revenues. Status matches provide temporary elite benefits that can be extended based on specific criteria such as flight activity.

Delta Air Lines offers status matches up to the Platinum Medallion level for frequent flyers of various programs, including American Airlines AAdvantage and Lufthansa Miles & More. Members must submit proof of current status to claim a three-month SkyMiles status. Extensions beyond 90 days require earning Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs), with Silver needing 1,250 MQDs, Gold requiring 2,500 MQDs, and Platinum necessitating 3,750 MQDs.

American Airlines' Instant Status Pass program divides the challenge into three phases lasting 120 days each. During these phases, members accumulate loyalty points from qualifying flights and other activities. The required points vary by tier: AAdvantage Gold requires 13,000 Loyalty Points; AAdvantage Platinum needs 25,000 Loyalty Points; AAdvantage Platinum Pro demands 42,000 Loyalty Points; and AAdvantage Executive Platinum calls for 67,000 Loyalty Points.

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British Airways offers status matches up to Executive Club Gold Status for members of programs such as Air Canada Aeroplan and United MileagePlus. Approved members enjoy benefits for six months initially. To extend their status further, they must complete two qualifying transatlantic flights within this period.

Turkish Airlines provides Elite and Elite Plus status matches accessible through its Star Alliance network. Members must submit an online request with specific documentation to apply. Approved members receive an instant four-month status match that can be extended multiple times based on specific activities like taking international flights with Turkish Airlines.

Virgin Atlantic's Flying Club offers a status match program up to Gold Flying Club status for elite members of twelve different airlines including American Airlines and Emirates. Members must have a future revenue or redemption flight booked through Virgin Atlantic and meet certain conditions to qualify for the match.

These airlines' efforts aim to attract passengers looking for flexibility in their travel plans while also providing opportunities for new customer acquisition.

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