TAM, United Sign Codeshare Deal

TAM and United Airlines filed a codeshare application earlier this week with the U.S. Department of Transportation and Brazil’s ANAC. Following government approval, the agreement would also enable customers from both airlines to earn and redeem frequent flyer miles on the partner carrier.

The partnership will allow both companies to offer more flight options to passengers wanting to travel between Brazil and the United States.

United Mileage Plus members will be able to earn and redeem miles on all TAM and TAM Mercosur operated flights, and TAM’s Fidelity members will earn and redeem miles on United, Ted and United Express operated flights. The frequent flyer benefits are expected to begin later this year.