Summary: <br> <br> In this episode, Matt is joined by co-founder of StatusMatch.com and former head of the Malaysia Airlines Enrich loyalty program Mark Ross-Smith for a behind the scenes look at the world of airline status matching. Learn about why airlines offer status matches, how you can get one, and more!<br> <br> <br> <br> Episode contents:<br> <br> 1:05 - Fortnightly news round-up<br> 12:39 - Interview with Mark Ross-Smith<br> <br> <br> <br> Links:<br> <br> AFF on Air Discussion thread - a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions<br> StatusMatch.com<br> <br> <br> <br> Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:<br> <br> Flying Soon? Expect Delays & Disruptions<br> Qantas Adds Perth-Johannesburg Flights<br> Virgin to Restart More International Routes<br> Why Virgin’s Bali Flights Are All Stopping in Darwin<br> Oman Air Will Join Oneworld Alliance in 2024<br> Airport Mask Mandate Ends in Most Australian States<br> Qantas Further Slashes Points, Status Credits on Malaysia Airlines<br> Qantas Overcharging for Alaska Airlines Rewards<br> Air New Zealand May Not Return to Norfolk Island<br> New Home Check-in Service for Emirates First Class<br> 5,000 Bonus Points with a Bankwest Qantas Transaction Account
