Originally Posted by
allenkeys
Can't speak for other programs, but for Delta Skymiles, there are various fare classes on partner airlines which earn reduced or no miles or MQM's (status miles. For instance, discounted CO fares on give 50% miles and MQM's, KLM N fares give nothing. Some Korean air classes (not sure which) give no miles but full MQM's.
I also believe that those KLM/AF members in Flying Blue get 25% MQM's on their own airline on some fare classes.
correct, this is why I suggested to the OP to check the booking classes and airlines before selecting a program.