Airline Fare Classes & Alliances Flashcards
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Which fare class bucket is typically used for 'W' class on many full-service carriers?
Answer: Premium economy
W class is commonly designated as a premium economy fare class on airlines that offer that cabin.
A client booked an S fare and wants to change their flight date. In most cases, what should the agent expect?
Answer: A change fee will likely apply and fare difference may be charged
S class is typically a restricted, discounted economy fare that incurs change fees and any applicable fare difference.
Star Alliance was founded in 1997 with five founding members. Which airline was NOT among the original five?
Answer: British Airways
The five founding Star Alliance members were United, Lufthansa, Air Canada, SAS, and Thai Airways — British Airways is a oneworld member.
In airline fare construction, what does the term 'open jaw' refer to?
Answer: A round-trip where the departure and return cities are different
An open jaw is a round trip where either the destination or the origin of the return leg differs from the outbound leg.
Which Oneworld airline provides the alliance's primary coverage in Latin America?
Answer: LATAM Airlines
LATAM Airlines is the principal Oneworld carrier covering South America and much of Latin America.
A 'Y' class ticket is generally considered what type of fare?
Answer: Full-fare economy (unrestricted)
Y class represents the full, unrestricted economy fare with maximum flexibility for changes and refunds.
What is the primary advantage for a passenger when booking on alliance partner airlines within the same alliance?
Answer: Earning and redeeming frequent flyer miles across member carriers
Alliance membership allows passengers to earn miles on one carrier and redeem them on partner carriers within the same alliance.