Overview
- The 'Blue Sky' agreement is an interline pact, not a merger or codeshare, ensuring each carrier continues to market, price and operate its own branded flights.
- TrueBlue members will earn and redeem points on United flights while MileagePlus customers can use miles on JetBlue routes, with partner perks such as priority boarding and extra legroom.
- JetBlue will grant United up to seven daily round-trip slots at JFK Airport beginning in 2027 and the airlines will exchange eight flight timings at Newark to expand service.
- Certain elements could roll out as early as fall 2025 pending U.S. regulatory approval, with full implementation targeted by 2027.
- The partnership strengthens JetBlue’s network after blocked alliances with American and Spirit and gives United a renewed presence in New York without acquiring another carrier.