This document discusses airline alliances and the issues they address. It notes that selling flights internationally through exports may not be advantageous due to cost differentials and trade barriers. Airline alliances involve combining routes, sales, terminal services and frequent flyer programs between multiple independent partners. This allows airlines to streamline costs while expanding global reach. Common types of alliances include joint ventures, acquisitions and mergers. The presentation will cover the general issues surrounding alliances, a PEST analysis of industry trends, alliances as a strategy, and conclusions.