SN said it had signed a code-sharing agreement with AA, making it easier for both airlines to access each other's networks.

The agreement, which starts during the summer season, will allow SN Brussels to put its code on AA daily BRU-ORD route and a number of connecting US domestic flights beyond ORD, AAs global hub. In return, AA will be able to put its code on a number of connecting European and African routes from BRU, which are operated by SN.

SN does not plan to join a global alliance, such as OneWorld, which includes BA & AA.