Bishkek, Almaty, and Freetown are all operated on a 757 damp leased (plane and flight crew) from Astraeus. These are regular bmi / Star Alliance flights. The only reason this aircraft is leased is that bmi don't have any suitable aircraft to operate these flights. A normal bmi inflight service, offered by bmi cabin crew is offered. You will collect miles in the same way as any other bmi flight. Astraeus are simply an aircraft provider, and have no commercial interest (other than collecting lease payments) in the operation. I've rambled a bit, so I hope that's clear!