Airlines unveil sops to woo students

New Delhi: Almost all airlines are gearing up to woo the students in the coming fall semester. British Airways and Air-India have already roll out offers for them.
Other airlines such as Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa are also expected to announce the sops soon. The offers include discounts on airfares and permission to carry extra baggage.
Students who are flying on British Airways starting June till October end, can carry an extra bag weighing up to 23 kg. Not only that, the airline is running a competition where in five lucky winners will get a complimentary ticket for their loved ones.
Following the trend, Virgin Atlantic is all set to announce offer for those who prefer Richard Branson’s magic carpet. Their campaign will start from the July 1 to October 31.
National carrier Air-India is not far behind. They’re offering a special baggage allowance for extra 10 kg to carry books besides other luggage. Air India is also giving concessions of Rs.2000 on the one way fare.
On submission of proof of admission, Lufthansa will allow 23 kilos of extra baggage for those flying to US and up to 10 kg for Europe bound students.
10/06/07 Dheeraj Tiwari/Economic Times

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