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Redeem your Points for a reward Seat on Virgin Australia domestic and international flights and with Delta air Lines, Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines, SilkAir, Hainan Airlines and Hong Kong Airlines
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DELTA AIR LINES
USA DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL SHORT HAUL FLIGHTS
All Velocity members booked on a Getaway, Elevate or Freedom fare can request an upgrade to Business Class on USA Domestic and international short haul flights operated by Delta Air Lines with a VA flight number.
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DELTA AIR LINES
INTERNATIONAL LONG HAUL FLIGHTS
Platinum and Gold Velocity members booked on Freedom, Premium or Premium Saver fares can request an upgrade to Premium Economy or Business Class on flights between Los Angeles and Sydney operated by Delta Air Lines with a VA flight number.
Seems it uses reward inventory to upgrade your revenue fare, as award availability must be available. Points and Status Credits are earned on the original fare class purchased.