The 3 major airline alliances: Star Alliance, oneworld and SkyTeam - Why are they good?

It has been over 27 years since the world's first major airline alliance was formed. Since then, alliances have become an integral part of commercial aviation, with more and more airlines coming together to pool their resources. Today, there are three major alliances, all of which have several benefits for member airlines and their customers. Let us explore them. An alliance is simply a partnership among a group of carriers to expand their services. Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the world's three major alliances. They bring together nearly 60 airlines, with extensive fleets, hubs, and networks reaching nearly every part of the globe. While most major carriers are part of an alliance, others have managed to grow independently. When an airline decides to join an alliance, it agrees to pool resources with several other carriers to expand routes, match frequent flyer benefits, and ensure a seamless travel experience for passengers. As a result, it can better compete with other carriers. Alliances primarily operate codeshare flights, which allow passengers to book connections across multiple carriers using a single ticket and booking platform. The next significant benefit is how the airlines share their frequent flyer rewards. With British Airways Executive Club Avios, a traveler can book reward flights all over the world, as every member of the alliance will accept the points (at varying prices). Likewise, the benefits of frequent flyer status are shared. So, if you're traveling with British Airways Silver status in the US, you can access American Airlines' lounge when flying with them.<br/>