Fly Free* in '08 FAQs
Why is T-Mobile® offering customers a Free Flight?* ›
Now that I have a new myFaves® 2-year contract, what else do I need to do to qualify? ›
What does "active with no overdue balances" mean? ›
Where do I get the Free Flight Application Form? ›
What is a Booking Request Form? ›
When will I get the Free Flight Booking Request Form? ›
Who is TLC? ›
Are there any age restrictions to travel? ›
Which cities can I fly from? ›
Which cities can I fly to? ›
Is this offer available only on a specific airline? ›
How is the offer different for Individual and Family plan myFaves customers? ›
Is there any limit to how many people in a household can participate in the promotion? ›
Is the Free Flight Booking Request Form transferable? ›
How long is the Booking Request Form valid? ›
How do I book my flight? ›
Is this offer open to existing T-Mobile® customers? ›
Are there any fees I should expect to pay? ›
How and when do customers pay for the booking fee and additional airline fees and taxes? ›
Will I be eligible to collect mileage for the free flight if I am signed up with the airline’s mileage program? ›
What if my account was postdated and is set to activate during the November 23 to 25, 2007, time period? ›
Hawaii is not included as either a destination or departure city. Can customers in Hawaii participate in this promotion? ›
Are there any travel restrictions when requesting free flights? ›
After I have booked my travel through TLC, what happens if I need to cancel or change my flight? ›
Now that I have a new myFaves® 2-year contract, what else do I need to do to qualify? ›
What does "active with no overdue balances" mean? ›
Where do I get the Free Flight Application Form? ›
What is a Booking Request Form? ›
When will I get the Free Flight Booking Request Form? ›
Who is TLC? ›
Are there any age restrictions to travel? ›
Which cities can I fly from? ›
Which cities can I fly to? ›
Is this offer available only on a specific airline? ›
How is the offer different for Individual and Family plan myFaves customers? ›
Is there any limit to how many people in a household can participate in the promotion? ›
Is the Free Flight Booking Request Form transferable? ›
How long is the Booking Request Form valid? ›
How do I book my flight? ›
Is this offer open to existing T-Mobile® customers? ›
Are there any fees I should expect to pay? ›
How and when do customers pay for the booking fee and additional airline fees and taxes? ›
Will I be eligible to collect mileage for the free flight if I am signed up with the airline’s mileage program? ›
What if my account was postdated and is set to activate during the November 23 to 25, 2007, time period? ›
Hawaii is not included as either a destination or departure city. Can customers in Hawaii participate in this promotion? ›
Are there any travel restrictions when requesting free flights? ›
After I have booked my travel through TLC, what happens if I need to cancel or change my flight? ›
Why is T-Mobile® offering customers a Free Flight?*
At T-Mobile, we are in the business of helping our customers stay connected to those who matter most to them. That’s why we launched myFaves which allows unlimited nationwide calling to any five US numbers, even landlines**. The Free Flight offer is another way T-Mobile enables you to stay connected.
Now that I have a new myFaves® 2-year contract, what else do I need to do to qualify?
You must mail in your completed Free Flight application form, postmarked by December 31, 2007. Then, make sure you still have an active qualifying myFaves two-year contract plan with no overdue balances as of February 29, 2008. This will qualify you for a Free Flight Booking Request Form.
What does "active with no overdue balances" mean?
Postpaid customers with active myFaves two-year plans must not have any past due balances. FlexPaySM customers must still be on a two-year myFaves plan, and must either have paid their monthly service charge, or be within their 45-day grace period.
Where do I get the Free Flight application form?
You can get the application form from two sources:
Download it from this Web site, and do not forget to mail it in postmarked by December 31, 2007.
OR
Pick it up in any retail store between November 23 and November 25, 2007.
What is a Booking Request Form?
The Booking Request Form allows you to choose your top three choices for travel destinations and dates. This form will be sent from TLC to qualifying customers in March 2008. Be sure to fill out and return this form to TLC, so TLC can contact you to make your travel arrangements. The form is valid for travel for 13 months or until March 31, 2009.
When will I get the Free Flight Booking Request Form?
If you have met all the eligibility criteria, the Free Flight Booking Request Form will be mailed to you in March 2008. It will be sent to the billing address on the account.
Who is TLC?
TLC is the company that T-Mobile has engaged to fulfill the Free Flight promotion.
Are there any age restrictions to travel?
Yes. Passengers need to be at least 18 years of age at the time of travel.
Which cities can I fly from?
Customers can fly from any one of the 59 departure cities across the continental US listed below:
59 Departure Cities
Albany, NY
Albuquerque (Santa Fe Area), NM
Atlanta, GA
Baltimore, MD
Birmingham, AL
Bloomington, IL
Boise, ID
Boston, MA
Brownsville, TX
Charlotte, NC
Chicago, IL
Cincinnati, OH
Cleveland, OH
Columbus, OH
Dallas, TX
Denver, CO
Detroit, MI
Hartford, CT
Houston, TX
Indianapolis, IN
Jacksonville, FL
Kansas City, MO
Las Vegas, NV
Little Rock, AR
Los Angeles, CA
Louisville, KY
Manchester, NH
Memphis, TN
Miami, FL
Milwaukee, WI
Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
Myrtle Beach, SC
Nashville, TN
Newark, NJ
New Orleans, LA
New York City, NY
Norfolk, VA
Oakland, CA
Oklahoma City, OK
Omaha, NE
Orange County, CA
Orlando, FL
Philadelphia, PA
Phoenix, AZ
Pittsburgh, PA
Portland, OR
Providence, RI
Raleigh-Durham, NC
Rochester, NY
Sacramento, CA
Salt Lake City, UT
San Antonio, TX
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Savannah/Hilton Head, GA
Seattle/Tacoma, WA
St. Louis, MO
Tampa, FL
Washington, D.C.
59 Departure Cities
Albany, NY
Albuquerque (Santa Fe Area), NM
Atlanta, GA
Baltimore, MD
Birmingham, AL
Bloomington, IL
Boise, ID
Boston, MA
Brownsville, TX
Charlotte, NC
Chicago, IL
Cincinnati, OH
Cleveland, OH
Columbus, OH
Dallas, TX
Denver, CO
Detroit, MI
Hartford, CT
Houston, TX
Indianapolis, IN
Jacksonville, FL
Kansas City, MO
Las Vegas, NV
Little Rock, AR
Los Angeles, CA
Louisville, KY
Manchester, NH
Memphis, TN
Miami, FL
Milwaukee, WI
Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
Myrtle Beach, SC
Nashville, TN
Newark, NJ
New Orleans, LA
New York City, NY
Norfolk, VA
Oakland, CA
Oklahoma City, OK
Omaha, NE
Orange County, CA
Orlando, FL
Philadelphia, PA
Phoenix, AZ
Pittsburgh, PA
Portland, OR
Providence, RI
Raleigh-Durham, NC
Rochester, NY
Sacramento, CA
Salt Lake City, UT
San Antonio, TX
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Savannah/Hilton Head, GA
Seattle/Tacoma, WA
St. Louis, MO
Tampa, FL
Washington, D.C.
Which cities can I fly to?
Eligible customers can fly round trip to one of 10 exciting destinations.***
10 Destination Cities***
New York City, NY - The staples of American culture all call NYC home: Broadway, SoHo, Wall Street, Central Park, and the Empire State Building. Your search for character in a city is over.
Orlando, FL - A city of fun for kids big and small. It’s home to some of the country’s most exhilarating theme parks and attractions.
Boston, MA - With its colonial architecture and the splendor of its changing seasons, the Hub is indeed the spirit of New England.
Atlanta, GA - Take the whole family and visit the spectacular Georgia Aquarium, then stop by and visit the CNN Studio tour—your day is sure to be filled with fun in beautiful Georgia.
Chicago, IL - With a population of nearly 3 million, something must be special about this city. Our guess? It’s the signature deep-dish pizza, professional sports teams, and amazing jazz scene.
Miami, FL - You can’t escape the Latin influences in art, architecture, and culture. Turn left at the nearest cabana and take a stroll along the sandy white beaches.
Las Vegas, NV - Roll the dice and stay at one of the over-the-top hotels and casinos on the Strip. Your trip to Sin City will be a load of fun and memories.
Washington, D.C. - The nation’s capital is packed with history and museums and is home to all three branches of the US government.
Los Angeles, CA - Whether you’re stargazing or want to be treated like a star yourself, the City of Angels is the place to make it happen.
Dallas, TX - Big hair, big boots, and big fun—everything is bigger in Dallas, Texas. Giddyup.
10 Destination Cities***
New York City, NY - The staples of American culture all call NYC home: Broadway, SoHo, Wall Street, Central Park, and the Empire State Building. Your search for character in a city is over.
Orlando, FL - A city of fun for kids big and small. It’s home to some of the country’s most exhilarating theme parks and attractions.
Boston, MA - With its colonial architecture and the splendor of its changing seasons, the Hub is indeed the spirit of New England.
Atlanta, GA - Take the whole family and visit the spectacular Georgia Aquarium, then stop by and visit the CNN Studio tour—your day is sure to be filled with fun in beautiful Georgia.
Chicago, IL - With a population of nearly 3 million, something must be special about this city. Our guess? It’s the signature deep-dish pizza, professional sports teams, and amazing jazz scene.
Miami, FL - You can’t escape the Latin influences in art, architecture, and culture. Turn left at the nearest cabana and take a stroll along the sandy white beaches.
Las Vegas, NV - Roll the dice and stay at one of the over-the-top hotels and casinos on the Strip. Your trip to Sin City will be a load of fun and memories.
Washington, D.C. - The nation’s capital is packed with history and museums and is home to all three branches of the US government.
Los Angeles, CA - Whether you’re stargazing or want to be treated like a star yourself, the City of Angels is the place to make it happen.
Dallas, TX - Big hair, big boots, and big fun—everything is bigger in Dallas, Texas. Giddyup.
Is this offer available only on a specific airline?
No. TLC works with a number of leading airlines to make your travel possible.
How is the offer different for Individual and Family plan myFaves customers?
If you have an Individual myFaves plan, you will get a maximum of one Booking Request Form per account, while myFaves for Families customers will get a maximum of two forms per account.
Is there any limit to how many people in a household can participate in the promotion?
The promotion is limited to one Booking Request Form per account for Individual myFaves plans, and two forms per account for myFaves for Families plans. There is no limit to how many people per household are eligible to activate a myFaves plan on separate accounts to receive a free flight. However, only two people from the same household can travel for free on the same flight.
Is the Free Flight Booking Request Form transferable?
Yes, you can give the Booking Request Form to a friend or family member. But it is not transferable once it has been sent back to TLC with the requested travel dates and destination options. Please remember, the form can only be used by someone over the age of 18 and cannot be sold, traded, or otherwise transferred for value.
How long is the Booking Request Form valid?
Your Booking Request Form will be valid for travel for 13 months or until March 31, 2009. Keep in mind that 30 days advance notice is required for booking.
How do I book my flight?
To book your flight, refer to the following information:
- If you have met all the qualifications, in March 2008, you will receive a Free Flight Booking Request Form in the mail with instructions for requesting travel dates and destinations.
- Mail the completed Booking Request Form with your top three travel choices to TLC for processing and confirmation.
- TLC will contact you within two weeks to confirm receipt and prior to your requested travel dates to book flights and confirm travel options.
- You will then receive confirmation of itinerary from TLC.
NOTE: Free flights are available between April 1, 2008 and March 31, 2009.
Is this offer open to existing T-Mobile customers?
Existing T-Mobile customers can also participate in this Free Flight promotion.
To become eligible for a Free Flight Booking Request Form, perform the following steps:
| 1. | Switch to a qualifying myFaves plan with a new two-year contract. Or, renew your current qualifying myFaves plan by signing up for a new two-year contract. Or, Individual line customers can add a new line of service with a two-year contract on a qualifying myFaves plan. You must change to or renew for myFaves during November 23 through November 25, 2007. Please contact Customer Care at 1-877-453-1304 on these days to change your plan or renew. |
NOTE: The Free Flight promotion is only valid for the first added line if the primary account contract is not extended. If more than one line is added, the additional added lines are not eligible for the Free Flight promotion. Lines added to family accounts are not eligible for the promotion.
| 2. | Next, send in the completed Free Flight application form postmarked by December 31, 2007. |
| 3. | Verify that your account is active on a qualifying myFaves rate plan with no overdue balances as of February 29, 2008. |
NOTE: If you are not ready to renew your contract yet, just enter the sweepstakes‡ by December 31, 2007, and you could still win one of 5,000 free flights.
Are there any fees I should expect to pay?
A $25 booking fee will be charged by TLC. Plus, you will be responsible for any additional taxes or fees charged by the airline, airport, or government.
How and when do customers pay for booking fee and additional airline fees and taxes?
Any additional fees and taxes charged by the airline, airport, or government are payable at the time of booking, when you are making your reservations with TLC. TLC will take payment over the phone using a debit or credit card.
Will I be eligible to collect mileage for the free flight if I am signed up with the airline’s mileage program?
Yes, you will be eligible to collect mileage in accordance with the rules of their mileage program.
What if my account was postdated and is set to activate during the November 23 to 25, 2007, time period?
To qualify for the promotion, you must initiate the order for a two-year myFaves contract during the three-day period. Accounts ordered prior to November 23, 2007, are not eligible unless they are renewed sometime between November 23 through November 25, 2007.
Hawaii is not included as either a destination or departure city. Can customers in Hawaii participate in this promotion?
- Yes, eligible customers in Hawaii can participate in this promotion, but they must travel from one of the 59 departure locations to one of the 10 destination locations.
- Eligible customers from Hawaii who use their free flights on the mainland are responsible for booking and paying for their own travel to and from the mainland.
- Eligible customers may also gift their Booking Request Form to a friend or family member to use to depart from one of the 59 departure cities to one of the 10 destination cities. The person receiving the gifted Booking Request From would then fill it out, and submit it to TLC. Free flights cannot be given to someone else once the Booking Request Form is submitted, and cannot be sold or otherwise traded for value.
Are there any travel restrictions when requesting free flights?
- Flights must leave from one of the 59 departure cities and arrive at one of the 10 destination cities.
- A minimum one-night stay is required.
- Maximum time between originating and return flight is 30 days.
- Other restrictions based on available airlines schedules and policies also apply.
- Flights must be booked 30 days in advance.
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of travel.
- Multiple people per household can activate a myFaves plan to receive a free flight. However, only two people from the same household can travel for free on the same flight.
After I have booked my travel through TLC, what happens if I need to cancel or change my flight?
Once you have booked your travel through TLC, any cancellations or changes are ruled by the airlines policies. You should contact the airlines directly with any questions regarding cancellations or changes.
*Taxes and fees not included. Important restrictions apply.
**Exclusions include 411, voice mail, toll-free, 900, calling card, customers’ own numbers, numbers accessing 500 or more lines—other restrictions and exclusions may apply.
***Flights are subject to availability. Your preferred destination and travel dates may not be available.
Promotion: Offer valid November 23, 2007 through November 25, 2007. Available at participating locations only; subject to change. Taxes and fees not included. Two-year service agreement with qualifying myFaves rate plan required. Business/enterprise accounts and lines added to new or existing family plan accounts not eligible. Must be active by December 26, 2007, return completed, legible application form by December 31, 2007, and remain active on qualifying myFaves plan, with no past-due balance, as of February 29, 2008. Additional restrictions apply. See a sales representative or go to Terms and Conditions for more information. myFaves Elements: myFaves-enabled handset required. myFaves not available with all rate plans. myFaves allows unlimited nationwide calling to any five US phone numbers (exclusions include 411, voice mail, toll-free, 900, calling card, customers’ own numbers, numbers accessing 500 or more lines; other restrictions and exclusions may apply). myFaves numbers may be changed only once per calendar month. myFaves photographs/icons and international calling incur separate additional charges. General Terms: Subject to credit approval; per-line activation fee, and other upfront and monthly charges and fees may apply. See representative for details. Up to $200/line early termination fee applies. Service not available everywhere; for details see Coverage Maps at T-Mobile.com or visit a T-Mobile store. Call duration and continued eligibility for any rate plan may be limited or terminated for (a) consumer protection purposes, (b) abusive conduct or abnormal call pattern(s), or (c) significant roaming. See Pricing, Services and Device brochures, and T-Mobile’s Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at T-Mobile.com for additional rate plan information, charges for features and services, and restrictions and details.
‡Sweepstakes: No purchase necessary to enter or win. Must be legal US resident 18 years of age or older. Void where prohibited. See official rules at www.t-mobilewinaflight.com.
**Exclusions include 411, voice mail, toll-free, 900, calling card, customers’ own numbers, numbers accessing 500 or more lines—other restrictions and exclusions may apply.
***Flights are subject to availability. Your preferred destination and travel dates may not be available.
Promotion: Offer valid November 23, 2007 through November 25, 2007. Available at participating locations only; subject to change. Taxes and fees not included. Two-year service agreement with qualifying myFaves rate plan required. Business/enterprise accounts and lines added to new or existing family plan accounts not eligible. Must be active by December 26, 2007, return completed, legible application form by December 31, 2007, and remain active on qualifying myFaves plan, with no past-due balance, as of February 29, 2008. Additional restrictions apply. See a sales representative or go to Terms and Conditions for more information. myFaves Elements: myFaves-enabled handset required. myFaves not available with all rate plans. myFaves allows unlimited nationwide calling to any five US phone numbers (exclusions include 411, voice mail, toll-free, 900, calling card, customers’ own numbers, numbers accessing 500 or more lines; other restrictions and exclusions may apply). myFaves numbers may be changed only once per calendar month. myFaves photographs/icons and international calling incur separate additional charges. General Terms: Subject to credit approval; per-line activation fee, and other upfront and monthly charges and fees may apply. See representative for details. Up to $200/line early termination fee applies. Service not available everywhere; for details see Coverage Maps at T-Mobile.com or visit a T-Mobile store. Call duration and continued eligibility for any rate plan may be limited or terminated for (a) consumer protection purposes, (b) abusive conduct or abnormal call pattern(s), or (c) significant roaming. See Pricing, Services and Device brochures, and T-Mobile’s Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at T-Mobile.com for additional rate plan information, charges for features and services, and restrictions and details.
‡Sweepstakes: No purchase necessary to enter or win. Must be legal US resident 18 years of age or older. Void where prohibited. See official rules at www.t-mobilewinaflight.com.
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