Originally Posted by
TerryK
Yes, reservations and billings are usually under the airlines' name, not crew, as there can be last minute changes in crew. They should be eligible for incidentals billed to the room as those are usually on separate bills.
I've noticed airline pilots in uniform, apparently staying in a way that is paid by the airline, getting Plat benefits. In the case I recall where this was particularly obvious, the front desk staff seemed to know the pilot, so I would infer that he stayed at the property regularly. Nevertheless, I was surprised by the conversation about that that I could not help overhearing while waiting to check in.