Star Alliance will convert Asiana's Incheon lounge in Q4 2026
Asiana leaves Star Alliance on December 16, 2026, and Aeroplan members can earn on the carrier only through October 15, 2026.
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Asiana leaves Star Alliance on December 16, 2026, and Aeroplan members can earn on the carrier only through October 15, 2026.
SkyTeam Elite Plus members and Air France-KLM business-class passengers will get Air France's largest lounge outside Paris when JFK's new Terminal One opens.
Korean Air switched on complimentary Starlink for all cabins on September 15, 2026, and is targeting its fleet and former Asiana aircraft by the end of 2027.
Existing Asiana members can convert flight miles to SKYPASS at 1:1 and partner miles at 1:0.82, with unused balances rolling over in 2036.
Passengers ticketed on Asiana for 17 December 2026 or later will be moved onto Korean Air flight numbers as Asiana exits Star Alliance.
Star Alliance Gold and premium cabin passengers of 14 airlines will use Asiana Business Lounge West at Incheon Terminal 1 from the second half of December 2026.
Eligible Star Alliance passengers will keep a dedicated Terminal 1 lounge at Incheon after Asiana leaves the alliance on December 16, 2026.
Elite benefits and award space tied to Asiana will give way to Korean Air when the carriers become one airline on December 17, 2026.
Japan Airlines bought an undisclosed stake in Hanjin KAL, Korean Air's parent, which is its first investment in a foreign airline.
Korean Air and Asiana will offer free Starlink WiFi in all cabins on the 777 300ER and A350 900 long haul jets from 1 September 2026.
Royal Orchid Plus members earn miles on Asiana flights only through 15 October 2026 and may book award seats for travel through 16 December 2026.
Alaska Airlines is selling Atmos Rewards miles for 1.88 US cents at a 100% bonus through 11:59 PM PT on August 20, 2026.
Frequent flyer program integration remains unresolved even as the combined airline is set to launch on December 17, 2026.
Emirates Skywards members save 25% on miles for economy awards with partners like JAL, United, and Qantas. Bookings must be issued between July 24 and August 9, 2026
Delta's Pacific capacity growth (8%) outpaced yield growth (7%) in Q2 2026, contrasting with United's stronger yield performance. United's CCO noted new Delta competition on LA-HKG is struggling to fill planes
A popular mukbang YouTuber apologized after a video went viral showing him ordering nearly 20 meals during a 15-hour Korean Air Business Class flight, sparking debate over crew burden and passenger etiquette
Asiana Mileage Plan members are losing Star Alliance earning and redemption benefits as the airline exits the alliance in December 2026, with full program integration into Korean Air delayed by antitrust regulators
Asiana Airlines will officially depart Star Alliance on December 16, 2026. The carrier is voiding all future Star Alliance tickets issued by Asiana Club, a provision not seen with previous carrier exits
Star Alliance confirms Asiana Airlines will exit the alliance on December 16, 2026. Members can earn miles on Asiana flights until October 15, 2026, and redeem miles/status benefits until December 16
Delta President Peter Carter stated the airline's goal to become the leading U.S. carrier across the Pacific, acknowledging United as a key competitor. This ambition implies significant capacity growth to close a ~$4B revenue gap
This week's digest covers Philippine Airlines joining Oneworld in 2027, Qatar resuming Philadelphia flights, Aeroplan award chart devaluation, and new Delta Amex welcome offers
Alaska Airlines and Korean Air have filed with the DOT to launch a codeshare agreement, allowing Alaska to place its code on Korean Air flights from Seoul to several Asian destinations
Asiana Airlines will cease to exist as a separate brand on December 17, 2026, fully integrating into Korean Air. This marks Asiana's exit from Star Alliance and move to SkyTeam
Alaska Airlines' Buy Miles promotion ends May 2, 2026, offering up to 100% bonus points. Non-elite members are capped at 150,000 miles/year
SkyTeam has unveiled its new flagship lounge in Frankfurt's non-Schengen Terminal 3. The 550 sqm facility seats 126 guests and offers premium amenities for eligible passengers
Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 officially opened on April 22, 2026, with airlines transitioning from Terminal 2 in phases from April 23 through June 9, 2026. A new SkyTeam lounge is confirmed in the non-Schengen area
Korean Air is opening its new First Class lounge at Incheon Airport on April 17, 2026. The 921 sqm facility features 11 private suites, wellness zones, and a la carte dining
Korean Air is reopening its renovated LAX lounge on March 6, 2026, following a $45 million, 22-month redevelopment. The new 18,000 sq ft facility features separate First Class and Miler Club areas with enhanced dining and amenities