Core Points - JetBlue Airways is seeking U.S. Department of Transportation approval for a code-sharing agreement with British Airways to expand their networks [1][4] - The code-sharing agreement would cover 75 destinations in the U.S. and 17 cities in Europe, enhancing travel options for customers [2] - JetBlue has been increasing its European service, adding flights to major cities, but still lags behind larger trans-Atlantic alliances [3] Group 1 - The proposed agreement would allow customers to book a single ticket for travel on both airlines, facilitating access to a broader range of destinations [4] - This request follows a previous setback where a federal judge invalidated JetBlue's partnership with American Airlines in the U.S. Northeast [4] - The code-sharing strategy is a common approach for airlines to expand their reach in regions where they have limited presence [2]
JetBlue, British Airways seek partnership to expand networks