About Star Alliance The Star Alliance network was established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance to offer worldwide reach, recognition and seamless service to the international traveller.  Its acceptance by the market has been recognised by numerous awards, including the Air Transport World Market Leadership Award, Best Airline Alliance by both Business Traveller Magazine and Skytrax. Overall, the Star Alliance network offers more than 21,200 daily flights to over than 1,172 airports in 181 countries.  Star Alliance web site: http://www.staralliance.com Member Airlines

Air India has been announced as future member.