Air France plans 29,000-square-foot lounge at JFK for early 2027
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.
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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.
Air France opened a nearly 500 square meter lounge at Frankfurt Terminal 3 on September 1, 2026, for SkyTeam business class passengers and Elite Plus members.
Delta's seasonal Paris flights will give Austin its first long haul on a U.S. carrier, with tickets expected to go on sale August 15, 2026.
Kenya Airways is selling Gold and Platinum Asante Rewards matches that confer SkyTeam Elite Plus for 12 months at 175 dollars or 299 dollars.
Members of 50 frequent flyer programs can buy a Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles match from $129 on Statusmatch.com.
From September 1, 2026, Platinum, Corporate Platinum and Titanium Aeromexico Rewards members lose access to the Premier Lounge on purely domestic itineraries.
Kenya Airways is offering a paid status match to Asante Platinum (SkyTeam Elite Plus) for holders of ALL Accor Gold, Platinum, or Diamond status. The match costs $299 and provides SkyTeam-wide benefits including lounge access
Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group have submitted binding bids for a 44.5% to 49.9% stake in TAP Portugal, with the Portuguese government aiming to finalize the sale by September
Aerolineas Argentinas plans to lease 20 new jets (6 A330-900neos, 14 737 MAXs) with deliveries starting in 2027, alongside a $65M cabin retrofit for new business class and fleet-wide Wi-Fi rollout
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
Reports indicate SAS CEO Anko van der Werff is the likely next CEO of Air Canada, despite being a non-fluent French speaker, marking a potential shift from the airline's usual internal promotion pattern
Air France has opened its new lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 4 as of July 7, 2026. The 750 sqm facility features a Clarins spa, a dedicated La Premiere section, and access for SkyTeam Elite Plus members
The Points Guy's regularly updated guide to Delta SkyMiles, citing a June 2026 valuation of 1.2 cents per mile and detailing current MQD earning mechanics via Amex cards and partner flights
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
Qatar Airways is building two lounge spaces in Frankfurt's new Terminal 3 non-Schengen area, likely serving as the primary oneworld lounge given the lack of a dedicated alliance lounge
Chase is offering a 30% transfer bonus on Ultimate Rewards points sent to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. The promotion runs from June 9 through July 14, 2026, with a 1,000-point minimum transfer
Philippine Airlines accepted an invitation to join the oneworld alliance, becoming its 16th member. Full integration is expected in 2027, allowing Mabuhay Miles members to earn/redeem across the alliance and access oneworld Priority lounges
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
Flying Blue's paid status match now accepts US and Canada residents, offering Silver, Gold, or Platinum tiers. The offer excludes British Airways elites and has no fixed end date
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 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