A brief rundown of what membership in the Star Alliance could mean for US Airways -
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For the flying public, a move towards Star Alliance on the part of US Airways will mean more options for accumulating/redeeming frequent flyer miles.
- As well, passengers loyal to US Airways will have more destinations opened to them considering the more than dozen partner airlines of Star Alliance.
- If joining Star Alliance occurs, business travelers will have access to even more airport lounges. Star Alliance promotes the idea of seamless travel - getting your boarding cards for connecting flights with any member airline, having your luggage checked through, and being able to take advantage of services that the other airlines may provide.