New partner for Volare, now accumulating points with MEA as well
As of today, August 1, there is a fourth airline to become a partner of Volare, the loyalty program of [...]
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As of today, August 1 there is a fourth airline to become a partner of Volare, ITA Airways' loyalty program.
Who is MEA, Middle East Airlines
In this article:
Middle East Airlines (MEA) is the national airline of Lebanon founded in 1945, MEA has grown over the years to become one of the most highly regarded airlines in the Middle East region.
MEA operates from Beirut, Lebanon's capital, and offers an extensive network of routes connecting Lebanon to domestic and international destinations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and (a few) other parts of the world.
MEA has a fleet of only Airbuses consisting of A321neo, A320/200 and for long-haul a series of A330/200. In June 2019, Middle East Airlines (MEA), signed an order to purchase four A321XLRs (with delivery between 2024 and 2025), will thus be the launch customer for the latest version of the A321neo family, the one intended for changing the world of intercontinental travel.
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MEA will use the A321XLR to strengthen its network in Africa and Asia. In addition, the company has purchased four A330-990neo aircraft scheduled for delivery between 2026 and 2028.
The partnership with Volare
Beginning August 1, therefore, flights taken aboard the two companies will allow their respective frequent flyers to earn qualifying points and miles. All flights operated on Middle East Airlines are qualifying And contribute to the achievement and/or renewal of the membership club
- All flights sold by ITA Airways even if operated by Middle East Airlines are subject to Volare rules for point accumulation;
- For all flights sold directly by Middle East Airlines, Volare Members accumulate points according to the table to which the membership Club multipliers should then be added: Plus +10%; Premium +20%; Executive + 30%;
Classes R,V,A,P,S,G,E,W,O,X do not count toward the accumulation of Volare points;
Accumulation will take place according to the following accumulation table
|
Class of service |
Reservation class |
Points |
|
Business |
J |
175% of the miles flown |
|
Business |
C |
175% of the miles flown |
|
Business |
D |
175% of the miles flown |
|
Business |
I |
150% of the miles flown |
|
Business |
Z |
150% of the miles flown |
|
Economy |
B |
100% of the miles flown |
|
Economy |
M |
100% of the miles flown |
|
Economy |
U |
75% of the miles flown |
|
Economy |
K |
75% of the miles flown |
|
Economy |
H |
50% of miles flown |
|
Economy |
L |
50% of miles flown |
|
Economy |
Q |
50% of miles flown |
|
Economy |
T |
50% of miles flown |
|
Economy |
N |
50% of miles flown |
Of course, in order to accumulate Volare points, it is necessary to enter the Volare frequent flyer when booking and checking in. Otherwise, no Volare points will be credited.
In conclusion
Partner companies rise to 4, certainly the most popular ones like Delta and Air France and KLM are still missing. Which are the companies where Italian passengers fly codeshare most often To date, they are partners Korean Air, Air Europa e Virgin Atlantic.
