Originally Posted by
CHCflyer
The Virgin relationship with UA may provide better benefits if you do run of the mill Aus domestic flying, too. So VA status might be an option, especially if they match your QF status. There is talk this side of the Pacific of VA being the next Star entry.
I do occasionally fly VA (generally if there is no J on selected QF routes) I have been offered a status match with VA numerous times as I have my current QF details linked to my current VA account. I am waiting for the day when VA joins Star Alliance and I am going to accept that offer in seconds.