Code Share Coming
Dec 15, 2012, 6:13 am
#1
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Code Share Coming
This showed up yesterday:
http://aviationblog.dallasnews.com/2...-airways.html/
A thread addressing this already appeared on the WN forum.
Can I sign up to be a beta tester on 12/26? I am really anxious to use my multiple VDB's for travel to destinations no longer served by FL metal. Early booking would really help my Spring schedule
Any advice would be appreciated
Tnx
http://aviationblog.dallasnews.com/2...-airways.html/
A thread addressing this already appeared on the WN forum.
Can I sign up to be a beta tester on 12/26? I am really anxious to use my multiple VDB's for travel to destinations no longer served by FL metal. Early booking would really help my Spring schedule
Any advice would be appreciated
Tnx
Jan 27, 2013, 8:36 am
#2
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Seems WN is approaching codeshare in the same bizarre way it is approaching integration : slowly and incrementally.
You can now book FL metal on the WN website for ATL-FLL. Prices are identical on both sites, however if you book on the WN site there are no bag fees and no change fees and seat assignment can only be done at T-24.
If you are not FL elite and do not plan on upgrading to business class, it would make more sense to book the flight on the WN site than the FL site.
I do not believe there are yet any WN flights that can be booked on the FL site.
You can now book FL metal on the WN website for ATL-FLL. Prices are identical on both sites, however if you book on the WN site there are no bag fees and no change fees and seat assignment can only be done at T-24.
If you are not FL elite and do not plan on upgrading to business class, it would make more sense to book the flight on the WN site than the FL site.
I do not believe there are yet any WN flights that can be booked on the FL site.
Jan 27, 2013, 2:07 pm
#3
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You may book ORF/SDF -> ATL -> FLL/RSW vice-versa right now on both websites.
Jan 27, 2013, 6:44 pm
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Feb 4, 2013, 11:16 am
#5
Join Date: Aug 2012
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can you book airtran flights through Southwest's website and be able to book a companion seat using the companion pass?
Feb 4, 2013, 11:30 am
#6
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Seems WN is approaching codeshare in the same bizarre way it is approaching integration : slowly and incrementally.
You can now book FL metal on the WN website for ATL-FLL. Prices are identical on both sites, however if you book on the WN site there are no bag fees and no change fees and seat assignment can only be done at T-24.
If you are not FL elite and do not plan on upgrading to business class, it would make more sense to book the flight on the WN site than the FL site.
I do not believe there are yet any WN flights that can be booked on the FL site.
You can now book FL metal on the WN website for ATL-FLL. Prices are identical on both sites, however if you book on the WN site there are no bag fees and no change fees and seat assignment can only be done at T-24.
If you are not FL elite and do not plan on upgrading to business class, it would make more sense to book the flight on the WN site than the FL site.
I do not believe there are yet any WN flights that can be booked on the FL site.
Feb 5, 2013, 9:58 pm
#7
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After the receipt is generated there is *supposed* to be a button to select seats on the Airtran leg.
Glad to see I'm not the only one curious about this. Combine the double points promo with BS bonus and getting BC on the Airtran leg might be something worthwhile.
Feb 14, 2013, 11:07 pm
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Email received from FL:
We are excited to announce today that Southwest Airlines® and AirTran® Airways have begun to connect their route networks! As a result, this important milestone in the ongoing integration process now enables you to purchase a connected itinerary through both AirTran or Southwest channels and travel on a single itinerary.
Now, you have the ability to book one or more Southwest flight segments connecting to an AirTran itinerary when using AirTran channels. And, as an A+ Rewards Member, you will be able to earn A+ Rewards Credits for these connected itineraries.
Now when you use a Southwest® booking channel, you can add one or more AirTran domestic flight segments to a Southwest itinerary. In addition, you can also book an AirTran-only domestic itinerary through Southwest channels and add International AirTran segments to a Southwest itinerary though a Customer-friendly transfer of the transaction to AirTran channels for booking, purchasing, and ticketing by AirTran. Since loyalty program rewards are determined by the carrier from which you buy your ticket, all itineraries booked via Southwest channels will earn Rapid Rewards Points for your shared itinerary. If you haven’t done so already, we would like to encourage you to join the Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Program.
A+ Rewards Members will also be able to redeem A+ Rewards Credits for reward flights on network connected itineraries purchased through AirTran channels. And, Rapid Rewards Members will be able to redeem points or awards for shared flights purchased through Southwest channels.
For more information and a list of Frequently Asked Questions about shared itinerary flights through both AirTran and Southwest channels, please visit here. http://www.southwest.com/html/custom...k_connectivity
Thank you for your continued loyalty. We look forward to seeing you onboard an AirTran or Southwest flight soon.
Now, you have the ability to book one or more Southwest flight segments connecting to an AirTran itinerary when using AirTran channels. And, as an A+ Rewards Member, you will be able to earn A+ Rewards Credits for these connected itineraries.
Now when you use a Southwest® booking channel, you can add one or more AirTran domestic flight segments to a Southwest itinerary. In addition, you can also book an AirTran-only domestic itinerary through Southwest channels and add International AirTran segments to a Southwest itinerary though a Customer-friendly transfer of the transaction to AirTran channels for booking, purchasing, and ticketing by AirTran. Since loyalty program rewards are determined by the carrier from which you buy your ticket, all itineraries booked via Southwest channels will earn Rapid Rewards Points for your shared itinerary. If you haven’t done so already, we would like to encourage you to join the Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Program.
A+ Rewards Members will also be able to redeem A+ Rewards Credits for reward flights on network connected itineraries purchased through AirTran channels. And, Rapid Rewards Members will be able to redeem points or awards for shared flights purchased through Southwest channels.
For more information and a list of Frequently Asked Questions about shared itinerary flights through both AirTran and Southwest channels, please visit here. http://www.southwest.com/html/custom...k_connectivity
Thank you for your continued loyalty. We look forward to seeing you onboard an AirTran or Southwest flight soon.
Feb 15, 2013, 8:19 am
#9
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AirTran has assigned seating. Advanced seat assignments are not available. Customers who purchase an AirTran segment on Southwest channels will be assigned a seat at the time of check in.
If you purchase a shared itinerary that includes both Southwest and AirTran segments via Southwest booking channels, you must upgrade your entire one-way trip to a Business Select fare to be seated in Business Class on the AirTran segment of your trip.
...by purchasing a Business Select fare, you will receive Business Class on your AirTran-operated flight. Your seat will be automatically assigned in Business Class at the time of check in.
If you purchase a shared itinerary that includes both Southwest and AirTran segments via Southwest booking channels, you must upgrade your entire one-way trip to a Business Select fare to be seated in Business Class on the AirTran segment of your trip.
...by purchasing a Business Select fare, you will receive Business Class on your AirTran-operated flight. Your seat will be automatically assigned in Business Class at the time of check in.
Feb 15, 2013, 9:50 am
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Culled from the New Testament:
Fees for the first and second checked bag will be waived for any itinerary purchased through an AirTran channel that includes a Southwest segment.
All other fee charges will be based on the fee structure for the carrier with which the customer makes the booking.
Fees for the first and second checked bag will be waived for any itinerary purchased through an AirTran channel that includes a Southwest segment.
All other fee charges will be based on the fee structure for the carrier with which the customer makes the booking.
Feb 16, 2013, 1:47 pm
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Feb 17, 2013, 10:02 pm
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Well, if a Business Select passenger is paying the same as a BC fare, why not let them get access to BC. Maybe it will expose the benefits to a wider array of passengers .
I would resent it if WN elites got the same elite free upgrades though at our expense. I dont mind them getting secondary preference for upgrades. If seats are available, let them enjoy them.
The upgrade policy of Airtran is ridiculously easy as it is. I actually think they made it too easy to become elite. I dont need Delta level elite toughness, but a middle ground would be nice .
I would resent it if WN elites got the same elite free upgrades though at our expense. I dont mind them getting secondary preference for upgrades. If seats are available, let them enjoy them.
The upgrade policy of Airtran is ridiculously easy as it is. I actually think they made it too easy to become elite. I dont need Delta level elite toughness, but a middle ground would be nice .