CTA Airline Fare Classes & Alliances 2

Question 1

Which fare class bucket is typically used for 'W' class on many full-service carriers?

Accepted Answer

Premium economy

Answer

W class is commonly designated as a premium economy fare class on airlines that offer that cabin.

Question 2

A client booked an S fare and wants to change their flight date. In most cases, what should the agent expect?

Accepted Answer

A change fee will likely apply and fare difference may be charged

Answer

S class is typically a restricted, discounted economy fare that incurs change fees and any applicable fare difference.

Question 3

Star Alliance was founded in 1997 with five founding members. Which airline was NOT among the original five?

Accepted Answer

British Airways

Answer

The five founding Star Alliance members were United, Lufthansa, Air Canada, SAS, and Thai Airways — British Airways is a oneworld member.

Question 4

In airline fare construction, what does the term 'open jaw' refer to?

Accepted Answer

A round-trip where the departure and return cities are different

Answer

An open jaw is a round trip where either the destination or the origin of the return leg differs from the outbound leg.

Question 5

Which Oneworld airline provides the alliance's primary coverage in Latin America?

Accepted Answer

LATAM Airlines

Answer

LATAM Airlines is the principal Oneworld carrier covering South America and much of Latin America.

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