Originally Posted by
Snow Goose
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I find the difference interesting (and sad). SQ is hurting like all airlines right now (and perhaps worse given their high-end product and corresponding price tag). So... rather than flying empty seats they see this period as an opportunity to reduce their KrisFlyer liability and burn up some points through a promotion. Doing so in a way that engenders appreciation and loyalty from your core customers is an added bonus....
Actually its good that Krisflyer is offering the promo as Krisflyer miles expire after 4 years unlike AC's which keep going and going as long as credit something to it.
SQ is also not suffering. SQ may have low loads but with efficient revenue management, SQ flights are still somewhat full with no upgraded passengers - eg Aeroplan upgraded passengers onto AC flights.
So lets see who posts a profit come Mar 31 year end...