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O\u0027Donnell, Connie.  "How Frequent Flyer Programs Work"  01 January 2003.  HowStuffWorks.com. <http://adventure.howstuffworks.com/destinations/travel-guide/ff-programs.htm>  10 February 2012.
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Inside this Article
  1. Introduction to How Frequent Flyer Programs Work
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  4. Redeeming Frequent Flyer Miles
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