Just in case you're wondering, this is the email I just got from Div Miles...
Changing the way we do business
It's no secret that the airline business is facing difficulties of unprecedented proportions; and 'unfortunately
US Airways is no exception. Surviving high oil prices is going to require some substantial changes to the way the industry is run. Today, we announced a series of changes designed to prepare our airline for these new ways of doing business.
Specifically, we announced changes to domestic capacity, the Dividend Miles program and our overall business model. We're transforming our business by initiating a 'pay-for-what-you-use' model for items like baggage and beverages. We're also making changes to the Dividend Miles program that you should know about.
Among the changes we announced today, we will:
Assess a $25, $35 or $50 award processing fee (depending on where you travel) for award tickets booked on or after August 6, 2008.
Introduce a first checked bag fee of $15 for tickets booked on or after July 9, 2008. As a Preferred member, you and anyone traveling on your reservation will be exempt from the baggage fee.
End Preferred bonus miles for travel booked on or after August 6, 2008.
Read about all the changes we're making.
Despite changing times and our move to a 'pay-for-what-you-use' model, we'll continue to deliver on items you value most - exemptions from fees (Choice Seats and many baggage fees), complimentary First Class upgrades and the best upgrade window in the industry. Also, don't forget you can continue to earn miles with over 150 Mileage Partners and Preferred-qualifying miles with our US Airways Credit Cards. You earn up to 25,000 miles when you sign up for each card plus you earn miles for your everyday purchases.
We appreciate your continued loyalty.
Sincerely,
Fernand Fernandez
Director, Marketing Programs
