US Airways and bmi to begin codeshare flights

US Airways and bmi are expanding the two carriers’ Star Alliance relationship, with codeshare flights to destinations in the U.K., beginning Oct. 27, 2004.

In the initial phase of the codeshare, US Airways’ code will be added on bmi flights between Manchester, U.K., and both Edinburgh and Glasgow, Scotland.

"Expanding our relationship with bmi is one of many benefits associated with our membership in the Star Alliance, and gives us greater international breadth," said US Airways Senior Vice President of Alliances N. Bruce Ashby. "This initial codeshare into Edinburgh and Glasgow will augment our seasonal nonstop Philadelphia-Glasgow service with convenient, year-round opportunities for our Dividend Miles members to earn and redeem miles to Scotland."

As a member of Star Alliance, Dividend Miles members can earn actual miles or the minimum 500-mile credit when flying on qualifying paid bmi flights, plus a 50 percent Class-of-Service Bonus when flying in Business Class. All miles count toward earning Preferred status. In addition, US Airways and bmi have reciprocal frequent flyer benefits, including lounge access. In addition to the new codeshare destinations, customers of both airlines can benefit from one-ticket itineraries and through baggage check.