Companies that spend millions of dollars on air travel are given incredible perks from airlines. One such perk is top-tier frequent flyer status that comes with free upgrades, lounge access, and chauffeurs.
Delta Air Lines check-in for Amazon and Microsoft employees in Seattle.Companies that spend millions of dollars on air travel are given incredible perks from airlines.
Tech companies are among the top spenders on airline travel given as Big Tech giants have offices and facilities around the world. China, for example, is a top destination for Silicon Valley-based firms like Apple.Apple was buying 50 business class seats every day on flights to Shanghai, ChinaAirlines, however, lost a big chunk of that revenue during the pandemic as international borders started to close in January 2020.
The scheme isn't replicated at every Delta airport for Microsoft and Amazon employees but they will still likely have access to priority check-in areas.
Even if a member of these programs purchases the cheapest economy ticket on a given flight, they will still reap the benefits of complimentary lounge access, priority check-in lanes, early boarding, and a host of other secretive amenities that airlines won't discuss publicly.
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