Flight schedules of airlines are a rather complex matter and are difficult to adjust at short notice – and even more so to the daily whims of a US president.

Airlines worldwide, however, are facing more or less drastic declines in bookings for flights to the US, which for many represent the most profitable business sector. And so, despite the upcoming peak travel season, one sees promotions in frequent flyer programs that would be unthinkable in normal times.

As such, Air Canada offered 6,000 bonus miles to its Aeroplan members for new bookings for flights to the USA over a period of 14 days – for flights until December 15.

ITA is a bit more optimistic and has a double miles promotion in its Volare program for flights to and from the US  “only” for flights from May 04 to June 30, for bookings made by April 30.

And this is surely just the beginning, as airlines and hotels will lose patience in the coming weeks…