US Airways has signed a new multi-year agreement with Sabre Travel Network. At a time when some airlines are pulling away from major global distribution systems (GDSs) and online travel agencies (OTAs), this agreement looks to extend the services that can be sold by Sabre Connected agents, which include Travelocity and Expedia.

A statement from Travelocity on Tuesday said that the booking site would have access to US Airways’ full range of content, including its Choice Seats product. Choice Seats can currently be purchased for all US Airways and US Airways Express flights when booking directly with the airline or as an upgrade at the airport. They’re described as “window or aisle seats toward the front of the Coach class cabin.” Pricing for Choice Seats varies by flight and can range from $5 to $30.

Last month, Virgin America announced an extension of its agreement with Sabre that would include making all of its ancillaries available through Sabre’s GDS. Other airlines currently marketing ancillary services through the network include United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Qantas, WestJet, Porter Airlines and Malaysia Airlines.

According the Sabre website, more than 55,000 travel agencies and booking sites use Sabre’s GDS and will now have access to Choice Seats and other ancillary services.

Photo courtesy of US Airways

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