Originally Posted by NYBanker

With IAG/BA confirming bmi will leave Star Alliance when their acquisition of the carrier is complete (when its FF scheme will be undoubtedly converted into Avios points), you could credit your earned travel points on any *A carrier to bmi between now and March 31 and be reasonably confident you'll have BA points come April.

Of course, there is a risk the deal doesn't go through...but both sides are saying that is pretty low.

If you are a BA fan (some of us still exist) but have to travel on star for some unthinkable reason ...this might be a good opportunity for you.