Originally Posted by
FlyIgglesFly
What's fraudulent about it? There is a system with rules in places and sources of information which the person utilized to exploit the loopholes in that system. That's not fraud, that's awesome.
What's fradulent about it?
Fraud is defined as
deceit, trickery, sharp practice, or breach of confidence, perpetrated for profit or to gain some unfair or dishonest advantage.
The 'deceit' was buying a ticket when you had zero intention of using it. LH sold the ticket under the impression that the passenger had at least some desire of using it.
The 'dishonest advantage' was making use of an expensive lounge, including expensive food and wine, and possibly earning a $600 voucher.
Whether or not this is illegal under German law is something I have no knowledge of, but it is most certainly fraudulent.