Originally Posted by
ab2013
As a DL GM, will I get Sky Club access if I buy a Virgin Australia ticket that is ticketed by DL with a DL flight number (gotta chase those SkyPesos, MQMs and MQDs)? I know it's a benefit for Elite Plus when traveling internationally, but VA isn't a member of SkyTeam and DL's website only mentions "complimentary lounge access" as a benefit, which seems a bit vague because it could mean that access is limited to lounges in VA's network. Considering VA because their planes for US-AU flights seem to outclass DL's 777s that are in need of a refresh.
Do check that a VA coded wouldn't earn more. Everything, including MQD is mileage based, when flying on VA coded flight. Ticketing carrier hasnt mattered since Jan 1 this year.