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El Al Extends Frequent Flyer Program Amid Transition

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

El Al Extends Frequent Flyer Program Amid Transition
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By מערכת ice

First reported by Globes · 9 hours ago

What happened

El Al's frequent flyer program, Matmid, will continue its current "Diamond" tier benefits until February 28, 2027, extending the original deadline by two months. The airline has not yet specified program details beyond this date, amidst a transition in its credit card partnerships.

  • 01El Al extends frequent flyer Diamond tier benefits to February 28, 2027.
  • 02The extension provides certainty for members nearing status upgrades.
  • 03Program details beyond February 2027 remain unspecified.
  • 04This occurs during a transition of El Al's credit card partnerships.
  • 05Existing points and benefits are protected under current terms.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

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OrganizationsEl Al, Matmid, Isracard, Cal

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IceUnrated · Hebrew1 hour ago
El Al Extends Frequent Flyer Program Amid Transition
GlobesUnrated · Hebrew9 hours ago
El Al Extends Diamond Program Amid Ongoing Enhancements

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