China Airlines and Delta Air Lines: The Definitive Thread
Apr 21, 2004, 5:10 pm
#76
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Originally Posted by Cholula
Not to downplay CI's safety record but 7.x incidents per million departures is small enough to be statistically insignificant. Not, of course, if you're on one of those flights but realistically the worst airline safety record is far better than nearly any other transportation mode.
But I'm playing devil's advocate here somewhat because you'll never catch me on a CI flight!!
But I'm playing devil's advocate here somewhat because you'll never catch me on a CI flight!!
Even if you don't look at the rate, but only the recent crashes, they have a terrible safety record compared to most other airlines. Three major crashes killing hundreds of people; one in 1998, one in 1999, and one in 2002. I won't fly them either and I just think that DL is crazy for putting their name on those flights. But, of course, they didn't ask me!!!
Apr 21, 2004, 5:38 pm
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Don't fret about this situation, in the near future I am sure DL will be using a SuperStretch CRJ 1500ER for the routes provided by CI. Everyone loves RJs 
Aug 5, 2004, 4:29 pm
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Originally Posted by mnlfqtv
Does DL credit Skymiles for all flights taken on the entire system of China Airlines (CI)? How much bonuses do they give for business class passengers? How long does it take to get credited?
China Airlines offers:*
Economy Class: 500 miles minimum or actual miles flown, whichever is greater
Business Class: 125% of mileage
First Class: 150% of mileage
To reserve a flight now, visit China Airlines.6China Airlines:
*Mileage credit is only applicable for fares booked in F,A,C,D,Y,B,M,Q,T,K,H,L,N, and X
http://www.delta.com/skymiles/getmil...China_Airlines
Aug 5, 2004, 5:13 pm
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Originally Posted by mnlfqtv
Does DL credit Skymiles for all flights taken on the entire system of China Airlines (CI)? How much bonuses do they give for business class passengers? How long does it take to get credited?
Have a good trip.
Dec 18, 2004, 12:35 pm
#82
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China Airlines
I am taking my first trip on China Airlines, a first-class roundtrip LAX-TPE, in early January. I have no control over the choice of flight, airline, etc.
It appears to me that I will be able to get Delta miles for the flight but those miles won't count toward status? Has anyone flown that airline that could confirm?
It appears to me that I will be able to get Delta miles for the flight but those miles won't count toward status? Has anyone flown that airline that could confirm?
Last edited by lawgirl28; Dec 18, 2004 at 12:46 pm
Dec 18, 2004, 1:40 pm
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We did not receive any MQM for our flight last year. However, since Delta has been changing their program constantly, I do not know of the current status.
You might be interested in the China Airline 747-400 seatmap for version 1 of their 747-400.
You might be interested in the China Airline 747-400 seatmap for version 1 of their 747-400.
Dec 20, 2004, 7:18 am
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You can only earn MQMs if you book the Delta Codeshare, not if you book directly through CI. I flew them back in June from TPE-HNL on the codeshare and got 2x MQMs for the (cheap/$700) J-class ticket. The seats on their 2-class Airbus routes are identical to Delta's 777 BusinessElite seats. The service is marginally better, the food is a fair bit worse.
I don't know what their 3-class product is like. Their lounges have good dim sum.
I don't know what their 3-class product is like. Their lounges have good dim sum.
Dec 20, 2004, 3:59 pm
#86
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China Air to/from TPE (No MQM)
Originally Posted by lawgirl28
I am taking my first trip on China Airlines, a first-class roundtrip LAX-TPE, in early January. I have no control over the choice of flight, airline, etc.
It appears to me that I will be able to get Delta miles for the flight but those miles won't count toward status? Has anyone flown that airline that could confirm?
It appears to me that I will be able to get Delta miles for the flight but those miles won't count toward status? Has anyone flown that airline that could confirm?
Apr 25, 2005, 3:21 pm
#87
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China Airlines experience
does anyone have experience with the Delta partner China Airlines? I am thinking of taking them to Taiwan and I was wondering what type of airline they are and what type of service they provide?
Last edited by Canarsie; Apr 25, 2005 at 3:29 pm Reason: This milepost was merged into this thread unedited.
Apr 25, 2005, 10:22 pm
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Originally Posted by Cholula
Motion122...I note nobody has answered either this thread or the identical one you posted last night.
While I can’t help you on your question....hopefully someone can....I have a question. Is there no other alternative to where you want to fly than an airline that has one of the poorest safety records in the civilized world?
Just a personal hang up of mine, I guess, but I can’t imagine a scenario where I would voluntarily fly an airline that has so many safety issues.
While I can’t help you on your question....hopefully someone can....I have a question. Is there no other alternative to where you want to fly than an airline that has one of the poorest safety records in the civilized world?
Just a personal hang up of mine, I guess, but I can’t imagine a scenario where I would voluntarily fly an airline that has so many safety issues.
For what it's worth, I looked into this safety issue and it's real. These guys have had a problem in the past. More like several problems.
I just completed a round trip to Singapore and paid the extra $250 to 1) stay off this airline and 2) get on the finest airline in the world, Singapore Air.
MQMs matter less than other things.
Apr 28, 2005, 1:53 pm
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At least don't fly on Airbus A300 wide-body jet
Originally Posted by Owen
For what it's worth, I looked into this safety issue and it's real. These guys have had a problem in the past. More like several problems.
I just completed a round trip to Singapore and paid the extra $250 to 1) stay off this airline and 2) get on the finest airline in the world, Singapore Air.
MQMs matter less than other things.
I just completed a round trip to Singapore and paid the extra $250 to 1) stay off this airline and 2) get on the finest airline in the world, Singapore Air.
MQMs matter less than other things.
This Airbus wide-body jet (esp. A300-330 model if I recall correctly) has really bad safety records around the world with many crashes. Make sure your dad doesn't fly on that type of aircraft, Motion 112. Have your dad fly Eva Air (now partners with Continental and CO is a partner of Delta) and the language won't be an issue. Why risk the most valuable things over miles?? Just redeem miles for other things like Lounge membership, fly on other partners' metals etc..
Originally Posted by racers
does anyone have experience with the Delta partner China Airlines? I am thinking of taking them to Taiwan and I was wondering what type of airline they are and what type of service they provide?
Last edited by FrequentMilesManiac; Apr 28, 2005 at 3:00 pm
Apr 28, 2005, 2:50 pm
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Originally Posted by racers
does anyone have experience with the Delta partner China Airlines? I am thinking of taking them to Taiwan and I was wondering what type of airline they are and what type of service they provide?