Originally Posted by
selkirks
I don't understand this. What's the difference between IAG and AAG? Both of them own a family of airlines that maintain unique brands and identities associated with the regions where there is a strong cultural affinity, but have shared services like a mileage program. AS having two liveries is weird, but other than that, I don't see anything that's unique for the industry.
AS will be unique in operating two (well, maybe three now) brands under a single Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC). Taking the IAG example, BA and IB are separate airlines which share a few, mainly back office, functions.