Etihad Airways and American Airlines Expand Codeshare to FFP

Etihad Airways and American Airlines have expanded their existing codeshare relationship by offering their passengers the opportunity to earn frequent flyer miles on flights booked on each other's flights.

Members of Etihad Airways Etihad Guest frequent flyer program can now earn miles on eligible American Airlines flights. Likewise, members of American Airlines AAdvantage program can now earn miles on eligible Etihad Airways flights.

The airlines plan to expand this agreement later this year to include mileage redemption across the two airline's networks.

The codeshare agreement between Etihad and American, in place since August 2009, delivers a combined codeshare network of more than 50 destinations worldwide.

"A key strength in Etihad's growth has been the strategic development of our network of airline partners. American Airlines has a wide-reaching destination network and a highly loyal customer base, making them an ideal partner for us in expanding our global reach beyond the destinations we serve directly," said James Hogan, Etihad Airways Chief Executive Officer. "Through this new frequent flyer program agreement, I look forward to providing a more seamless and enjoyable travel experience for AAdvantage members on our network, as well as offering more opportunities to earn miles for the loyal members of Etihad Guest."

On Chicago-O'Hare and New York-JFK – Abu Dhabi routes, AAdvantage mileage accrual is valid only on American marketed/Etihad operated flights.

On Chicago-O'Hare, New York-JFK and Toronto – Abu Dhabi routes, Etihad Guest mileage accrual is valid only on Etihad marketed and operated flights.

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