BRIAN MORRIS TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

You cannot tell a book by it’s cover. Before I allowed my wife to call the number I checked the web page on the letter which bingo got me here. Don’t know who these people are but thanks for posting the answer to my questions about them.

By Tom S on Dec 2, 2010

Spouse received one today–Columbus Oh. Addressed by hand. No return address on envelope. Letterhead very amateur. Personally signed by the vice president of “US Airways”–Barbara Dion. Important stuff for an airline exec. Now how about checking on all your delayed flights. Barb.
Other than that, no red flags on this letter!

By Val on Dec 8, 2010

Everything in my letter was the same except the phone number was 1-866-995-7045, which is in TN. I am in Pittsburgh, PA.

By Brian Stevens on Dec 9, 2010

I got my letter today. So has anybody called them?

By Jim on Dec 10, 2010

Yes, I also received the letter from US Airlines.

I wonder if they realize that there is no such airline called US Airlines…..the closest is US Airways.

They gave me a phone # 1-866-995-7145 to call for my free reward.

I called and beat them up a little about their bogus offer and asked the agent if she was going to harvest my credit card during our phone call…..you guessed it…..she was silent and instructed me to see the 20/20 report on youtube. She claimed that the BBB was a corrupt organization. I told her that I did not trust her and hung up the phone. If everyone would have some fun with this, there agents would get frustrated, quit and ultimately put them out of business.

Call them and tell them you are NOT A SUCKER!

By John on Dec 10, 2010

I received one today, I’m in TN. The phone number is 1-866-995-9308 I think I’ll call and have a little fun with them. I’ll keep you posted

By Demetria on Dec 10, 2010

My husband got one today and wanted to call. I looked at the very unprofessional looking letterhead and immediately saw that it was not from US Airways but US Airlines. I said there’s no such airlines and told my husband that it’s a …. so he tore it up. I didn’t want to risk even calling to tell them how bogus they are. I then Googled and found this blog. Thanks for sharing!

By Enola on Dec 10, 2010

and i thought i was special !!!!!!!!! got mine today,,,darn it. LOL

By vince on Dec 11, 2010

I got the same letter today in Pittsburgh Pa and looked a little odd, so I called them and reliezed it was a scam and had some fun with them. They don’t like when you start asking all kinds of question like this web site.

By Mark on Dec 11, 2010

I also received one today, and I went online to check if this letter was legit. It is not. My letter came from Phoenix, AZ with a hand written addresses envelope. The number I had on mine was 1-866-995-7048 signed by Barbara Dion. I’m from Grove City, Ohio.

By NHLB44 on Dec 11, 2010

I received the same letter today here in TN the number on my letter is 866.995.9308 and the bottom portion of the letter has a code: BT – 54266 (not sure what this is tied to).

Thank you for all the postings. I will not waste my time to call.

By Kimberly on Dec 11, 2010

We received one a week ago. It wasn’t handwritten and it did not have a real stamp. It looked like something from IRS like having the year up at the top and “Official Documents Enclosed” written on top and also said FINAL NOTICE, First one we got. It had an attached “Flight Coupon” that expired a few days after we received it. We won’t be calling the number cause I dont’ want them having any more of our info. Never look a gift horse in the mouth.

By Willene on Dec 12, 2010

Looks like I can add to the TN contingent that has received a letter, postmarked Dec. 9 from the Phoenix area – if they’re ‘out for the season’ (see above articles/news coverage), they’re awfully diligent.

I wonder if Barbara Dion is a real person?

If Demetria in TN (above) is who I think she is, she will indeed have a good time with them… with all the resources of a TV newsroom!

By Scott on Dec 13, 2010

Got my letter today, and need to respond by 12/15, what a joke. Mine came with the 866.995.7045 and a code BS (how appropriate)-49210

By Bill on Dec 13, 2010

Yep, I’m in TN, too. Knew it was bogus right from the start (I’m a marketer and the only clever thing about this is the first class stamp). My code says BT-55576. Would love to know what those codes mean! But I have no intention of calling.

Also, I’m wondering what list they bought because it’s outdated. They used my maiden name and I’ve been married for two years.

By lesley on Dec 13, 2010

I received one of the letters today. I am located in OH. The phone number this time was 1-866-995-7048. Kind of fishy that the number keeps changing. Anyways, I talked to a gentleman and he gave me the run around about them trying to get their name out. I then asked them about their F score on the BBB website and they told me that the BBB does that to get money from people. My wife then gets on the phone and tells them that she works for the government and that she would be looking into them, it was at that moment that the gentleman hung up the phone.

By Josh on Dec 13, 2010

I got the same letter today, must respond by Dec 15th from Phoenix AZ. Im in Middle TN

By Jani on Dec 13, 2010

I got the same letter as Jani did. Must reply by the 15th letter from Phoenix, Az. The only difference is I live in Michigan. I didn’t think there was such a thing as US Airlines & I was positive I haven’t entered any kind of a contest that would send such a letter. Glad that gooogle could confirm my thoughts that it was a scam. Oh & the phone number on mine was 1-866-995-7145.

By Heather on Dec 13, 2010

I got a letter today. I live in Columbus, OH. The first thing I did was google us airlines scam.

By Heather on Dec 13, 2010

I received one today in Middle TN also. This letter came addressed to my husband who has never lived here. The only mail I’ve received for him in the past came from the IRS who then (conveniently) sold their address list to a number of tax prep organizations. Now it would seem one of those has sold the list to these scam artists. Nice.

By Mandy on Dec 13, 2010

Received this letter, Pinckney, MI. Same standard as listed above. I did not call, although I want to, just to yell at these people.

By Samantha on Dec 14, 2010

middle tn here; also received one yesterday

By CHRIS on Dec 14, 2010

I received one yesterday and I’m located in the Pittsburgh area. Same letter, no boarding pass though. We just moved at the end of this past July and it was addressed to our new address.

By Tera on Dec 14, 2010

My US SkyMile are about to expire. so I called after I received my letter today in the mail and Darryl extension number 54, he doesn’t have a last name and of course Barbara Dion is out of the office for the remainder of the holiday. (Clue)… He wanted me to go to an Ann Arbor travel angency to pick up my tickets and only pay the taxes and fees (humm fees?) I asked what the cost of the luggage or timeshare that they are going to try to sell me? He doesn’t have information on that. (another clue)
I fit the market some one 25-70 female.
Someone that is married or single.
Someone that works or unemployed.
Someone that has flown, or has traveled in the past.
Dur! I asked him if he thought if I was new to the rodeo? He said no but do I want to schedule a time to go to Ann Arbor to pick up my free tickets.
Obviously hes new!

By Trish on Dec 14, 2010

I received this same letter in the mail yesterday. My first thought was “no such airline”. The fact that the envelope was handwritten with no return address was a tip, too. I may call just to jerk someone around. Or…may call the news crew and give them something to do. Oh, and I’m in Columbus, OH, too.

By Sioux on Dec 15, 2010

Got the same letter in the mail today. Columbus Ohio area as well.

By Brent on Dec 16, 2010

Got one in Pittsburgh, PA today. Glad I am not alone!

By Liz on Dec 16, 2010

We live in Columbus, Ohio and just received one of these letters. Needless to say before acting on anything I ended up here. Same letter but with this number 1-866-995-7048. Unfortunately things like this will continue, it’s just too bad you can’t rely on honesty any more.

By Jen on Dec 17, 2010

Got one in Pittsburgh, PA. Same story as above. I will call and run them in circles.

By John Cass on Dec 17, 2010

Mine came to me today, although it was addressed to my first name and my wife’s maiden name. Our phone is listed under her maiden name (for professional reasons) so it is pretty clear that they are pulling names from phone listings. What a bunch of worms. I love these idiots.

By Ronnie on Dec 17, 2010

P.S. Said I MUST RESPOND BY DEC 15TH..Today is the 17th…gee, guess I missed my big chance!

By Ronnie on Dec 17, 2010

I live in Columbus, Ohio and i just received this same letter as everyone talking about… be careful

By Charles on Dec 20, 2010

Got one of the letters today in Pittsburgh PA. Exact same story as everyone above.

By Mark on Dec 20, 2010

Just got off the phone and Barbara was out but I talked to
one of her assistants who said she was allowed to help me. I was
given great information and this company is located in Phoenix
Arizona and they are marketing for Universal Travel Vacations…an
Award Redemption Company. This phone call was shaping up to be real
informative and I could not wait to get my airline tickets. I was
told that I just needed to attend a 90 minute presentation between
now and January 8th here in Nashville at 624 Grassmere Park Drive
and if I confirmed at 866-995-7147 I could also get a two night
stay at a hotel. Oh did I mention about the free airline tickets, I
was to only have to pay around 50 bucks which are the taxes. I set
my appointment, that I do not intend to keep, and will lose my
hotel stay and will not get my airline tickets but at least I
confirmed that Barbara is not real and all the information received
from my sales person is now out for everyone to see.

By George on Dec 22, 2010

Oh and I forgot the numbers at the bottom are whay “they”
use to track these letters and who they are addressed to!

By George on Dec 22, 2010

Got my letter in the mail today! I knew when I felt the need to look it up online. Thanks for the info.

By Jada on Dec 23, 2010

I am in Nashville, Tn and I hate to miss out on these amazing tickets. I am not gonna respond by 12-29-10. I guess the ” alternate” will have to get them. Merry Christmas ” Mr/Ms Alternate”

By Victor on Dec 24, 2010

Got one in Pittsburgh with the phone 1-866-995-7045. Didn’t bother calling, had already missed the expiration date by the time I opened it.

By K on Dec 25, 2010

Got this letter today. Thought it sounded fishy so looked it up and found this blog. I live in Columbus, Oh. The phone was 1-866-740-1448.

By D on Dec 29, 2010

I received one of these in Nashville, TN, sent from Phoenix, AZ on December 20, 2010 in a hand-addressed envelope with a 44cent stamp.

My letter is identical to the image above with these exceptions:

* the Date given is December 20, 2010 (same day it was sent)
* the address block is (reasonably) correct for me
* the “respond by” date is December 29, 2010
* the salutation is correct for me
* the response telephone number is 1-866-918-3304 (which I’ve not yet seen in this thread – how many numbers are these people using???)
* my letter also has a mystery code at the bottom (BU-xxxxx) [Edited so commenter cannot be identified]

Perhaps of most interest to the investigation, the “B. Dion” signature is not even close to the one in the image.

I do not plan to pursue this. I mostly wanted to tie the telephone number I got to this web thread to make the thread easier to find.

By David on Dec 29, 2010

Husband recieved letter today. I knew it was a fake thing due to there is no such airline as US Airlines! The real airline is US Airways!

By Juli on Dec 29, 2010

Received The Letter today in Michigan. Are these … crazy? How do they sleep at night?

By JF on Dec 29, 2010

My husband rec’d the letter today. He was very excited as I am leaving for Vegas on a business trip and he is flying out later. Thought he had a free one! First thing I thought of was US Airways; then looked a little closer and realized it was bad marketing.

By Tammy on Dec 29, 2010

We just received a letter in Wisconsin, for a presentation in Gurnee, IL. Looks to be the same, except the name of the travel agency they gave me on the phone was Universal Travel. As they say, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is.

By NV on Dec 29, 2010

Received mine today. Going to call and have some fun. I’m from Columbus Ohio.

By ak on Dec 29, 2010

Got mine yesterday, I’m in Columbus Ohio.

By TSH on Dec 30, 2010

I’m in FL and received the letter on 12/29.

By ms on Dec 30, 2010

Thanks for sharing this info. I got similar letter today. I then searched and came to your blog and it confirmed my thoughts. I am in Michigan.

By SF on Dec 30, 2010

CMH as well. 866-740-1448. Just what I need, another airline tix

By NJ on Dec 30, 2010

I guess it was my turn today. I received my in mail today with hand written address and signature. I don’t have time otday but plan to have some fun with my new best friend Barbara tomorrow. It will be good fun before the new year eve party start.

FYI – I am in Dublin Ohio (Columbus)

By Pete on Dec 30, 2010

Received my letter today addressed to my late husband, who died in October 2009, no less. Thank heavens for the Internet that I could research this. Phone number at the bottom of the letter is 1-866-740-1448. I live in Columbus, Ohio. Perhaps I’ll ask the local media to take a look at this blog…..since several of these have come to Columbus, OH.

By Kathleen on Dec 30, 2010

Received mine on Dec 30, 2010 in Columbus Ohio. I can’t believe that anyone would think for an instant that this is legit! I will call their number and tie them up for a while.

Reading above it looks like this originates from:

Southwest Travel Club
(520) 327-2410
(520) 881-9209
4811 E Grant Rd STE 261
Tucson, AZ 85712-2776
Website: http://www.southwesttravelclubs.com

Bringing this to the attention of the AZ attorney general is a good idea:

http://www.azag.gov/consumer/complaintform.html

By DB on Dec 30, 2010

Got mine today as well, Dec. 30th in Columbus, Ohio. I
really do think someone here should contact the media, as it seems
like an overwhelming number of people posting here are from
Columbus! Oh and I have the 1-866-740-1448 number as well.

By MRH on Dec 30, 2010

Another Columbus one here….I have to wonder though how
many people really do bite on these…with all the folks that have
blogged here, I wonder how many people they do sucker in….seems
like it would cost a fortune in stamps (not to mention Barbara’s
writer’s cramp rehab)….

By Michele on Dec 30, 2010

Received mine today in Michigan. Suspicioulsy phony
looking. Number is 866-740-4363. Not planning on calling. If it’s
too goo to be true…..

By Sharon on Dec 30, 2010

Got ours today. From SE Michigan. Phone number
866-740-4363. Didn’t Call.

By Kim on Dec 30, 2010

I received one today in the Columbus area too. Phone number
866-740-1448

By Noelle on Dec 31, 2010

Got the same letter over the weekend, in Michigan with the
number 866-740-4363. From Barbara Dion VP. I am always the skeptic
and it usually pays off.

By Rodney on Dec 31, 2010

Another one in Pittsburgh. The target is probably US Airways customers in our region.

Same letter. Similiar number.
Thanks for the posting.

By Tom on Dec 31, 2010

Got the same letter today in the mail in MI. Phone number is 1-866-740-4363. Seeing as I typically fly at least once a year the US Airlines gave it away as a fake, no such airline. Hope no one falls for this. Someone needs to stop these people.

By Leann on Dec 31, 2010

I got one too. It is not even a good job. The number is 866-740-4363. They should have given Ms. Dion a more convincing title like “Vice President of Important Stuff”. I’m in Michigan.

By Russ on Dec 31, 2010

Happy New Years Eve! Thanks to you all for the great information.
We live the greater Grand Rapids area of Michigan and received this bogus letter in today’s mail. I knew immediately that there is no such airlines and the motto was a clue too, so I goggled it and found several sights dedicated to this particular scam. Unlike the others, this particular site included an image of the exact letter he received and all of your supporting comments. The only difference was that it was just the letter and no boarding pass. Barbara Dion’s signature isn’t even close to the one above, but we know now that the person the signed it, was also the person that stamped it and hand wrote my husbands name and address on the front of the envelope. The number that appeared on this letter seems to be a new one, since I didn’t see it on any of the other postings. 1-866-897-0832. Of course we didn’t contact them, as I don’t want them to have my phone number too. (ID caller) Although I’m not sure they haven’t been some of the Unavailable and OUT OF AREA (866) calls that I’ve already been ignoring! We do plan to send this to the Michigan Attorney General’s office at the first of the week. It scares us to think of how many of these letters have gone out in the Midwest alone.

By Ellie on Dec 31, 2010

Are there really people out there who still think they can get something for nothing? I’ll say a prayer for them. My letter came today. I have to go now because I only have till the 5th to respond or my alternate is going to get the tickets.

By Pat on Dec 31, 2010

Another one in Columbus. As soon as we saw the handwritten envelop with no return address we knew it was something bogus. Opened it up and saw US Airlines and knew it was a word play on USAirways. I feel for the older ones out there..

By Tina on Jan 3, 2011

I received my letter today…Pittsburgh area. I knew immediately since the envelope was handwritten and there was no return address. I googled Barbara Dion’s name and found this blog. Phone number on my letter is 866-995-7154.

By Kris on Jan 3, 2011

Heh, got one too…Wonder what they want from you if you call? CC?

By mike on Jan 3, 2011

After reading this letter I couldn’t believe my eyes, “Wow, I’ve never won anything like this before..!!” So, the very first thing I did was hit the Web to see if this was true.. bummer… so here I am.. I’m in Simi Valley, CA. I received mine today Jan 3, 2011.

My Mother has always said: ” Believe half of what you see, nothing of what you hear”.. My Mother is 90..

I feel honored that I now belong to The BATA Club.. (“Bogus Airline Tickets to Anywhere”)

By Chuck on Jan 3, 2011

Received a letter also. Called the number (after blocking my ID of course), and set out to have some fun with the sucker picking up the phone. He started out by saying I could claim my tickets online, and if I would give him my emailaddress; sure I said: [CENSORED ] – next question was how much money I made: “Too much to count”. Then I asked him how he got my name and address: “Based on prior travel” he said. With the fake airline US Airlines, I asked? No, it was based on prior travel with all airline companies. Upon my (honest) reply I have never flown before, he stated “Ohh, it also includes hotel stays over the years”. Sure thing, pal…..

By Peter L on Jan 3, 2011

Wow – I got my letter today and realized right away –

First hint: Hand Written on a Blank Envelope -not an official envelope from US Airlines –

Second: Copied on regular paper and not offical Letter head-

What I want to know – if there is anything that can be done to put this company out of business –

How many ignorant people get caught up in the moment and respond –

Happy Holidays and Fly the US Skies from the real US Airlines.

By Scott G on Jan 3, 2011

I just recieved my letter informing me of my 2 roundtrip airline tickets. Oh joy! They are valid at ANY INTERNATIONAL airport in the US. This was a handwritten letter with no return address. (Funny considering that the U.S. post office wont let anyone send a letter without a return address. New policy for the new year.)
This was of course sent on Dec 30th, one day before the policy took effect.
My letter was also from, “Barbra Dion,” and a shoddy handwritten envelope as well. I am instructed to ONLY call the given telephone number to retrieve my tickets. (866-740-8245) Sent from Pheonix, AZ.
I do believe that some poor soul has opted to take a “at home job” that will make you, “up to $500.00 dollars a week.”
I would love to know where they purchase thier information since the person it was sent to has been dead since 1994.

- California

By MyLady on Jan 3, 2011

Got one today the phone # is 1-877-491-0447 Damn, we never get good FREE stuff here in NW OHIO. :}

By mark on Jan 3, 2011

I got a letter today. Alarm bells went off, then I went online to check the name of the airline, which sounded like a cross between United and US Airways. Couldn’t find it, which only confirmed my suspicions. Besides, there was no return address on the envelope or on the letterhead, nor was there a website. I threw it away.

By Kathleen on Jan 3, 2011

Got mine today, Im outside of Los Angeles. The phone # on mine is 1-866-740-8245. I could tell just by the looks of the letter.

By car dude on Jan 3, 2011

Got ours today. Notice ALOT of Tennessee, Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania posters. We are in Pasadena, CA. They probably got our address in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Thanks for the info; may have some fun tomorrow!

By Wil on Jan 3, 2011

We got this letter also (Ohio) signed by (I should say “initialed by” Barbara Dion, since her name was typed). Who uses their initials to sign a business letter?! Ignorant thieves, I guess. I’m usually naive but I was suspect since nothing is free these days.

By Rachel on Jan 4, 2011

new lucky area…fort wayne, indiana. 877.491.0447 i’m
going to disney world!!!

By j on Jan 4, 2011

Got the same letter. Knew it sounded too good to be true but the lady on the phone was convincing. Set my appointment up for today and then was second guessing it. The meeting is more than an hour away from my house so I decided before going out there all alone as a female in my late 20′s I figured I would investigate. After finding all these postings I called to cancel my appointment.

I told the lady I had ready lots of things on the internet about them and knew they were a scam including the info on the BBB website. She told me that the BBBs unflattering reviews were part of the governments conspiracy to get consumers to spend more money on travel and to eliminate all the discount travel companies….I let her know she was insane and to take my info off her list.

By ALM on Jan 4, 2011

Has anyone actually entertained to go to an appointment? I
received my letter today, and its not from Barbara Dion but Award
Department. I am just curious to find out if ANYONE has EVER gone
to the presentation and heard what the desl really is?

By Ned on Jan 4, 2011

Got mine today in Georgia, not handwritten came machine printed looking very similar to a W-2 form. With a fake boarding pass attached.

By R C on Jan 5, 2011

I received the same letter in Columbus, OH. I figured I’d look it up to confirm. What is the point of this???

By Katlyn on Jan 5, 2011

I received a letter today also. Thanks for the information, I’ll proceed to throw this letter away. You are all correct there is no such thing as something for nothing.

By Lorena on Jan 5, 2011

Wow, another Ohioan here. Having a somewhat legal mind, I had to laugh at the double meaning of “travel anywhere in US from any major international airport.” That could mean an airport that is not domestic, but located outside the US. Gosh, free tickets to travel anywhere in the US from outside the US? Now I just have to get myself to an international airport, ha! Such a deal.

By Margie Lee on Jan 6, 2011

Got mine today in SWPA! mine is slightly different
though…different number and different name- barbara must have
been replaced! The number on mine is 866 740-8054 and the name is
Laura Shane (Vice President). Letter was postmarked jan 3, Phoenix,
AZ.

By kerry on Jan 6, 2011

Rec’d ours Jan 7. Columbus, OH. Letter dated “January 3rd,
2011 (last time I checked, dates didn’t include “rd” or “th” in
formal business communication). Signed Laura Shane VP and gave
1-866-894-1360

By TG on Jan 7, 2011

I received a letter today in Pittsburgh. I figured it was
bogus with the hand written address and no return address. Mine was
signed by Laura Shane 866-740-8054. Are you kidding me?

By jeanene on Jan 7, 2011

Yep..got one too! The hand written envelope is actually
what tipped me off to not being right ( besides that fact that
NOTHING in todays world is free!) And yes, Barbara was replaced by
Laura Shane.

By julie L on Jan 7, 2011

Received the letter, dated January 3rd, 2011, must respond
by January 12th. Phone # (different from all the others):
1-866-740-5226. From Vice President Laura Shane.

By Carl on Jan 7, 2011

Just recieved SAME letter today. What really stood out was “US Airlines (obviously no such carrier). So I Googled and found that there are “at least” 91 other people who got this letter. Thanks for posting

By PJ on Jan 7, 2011

I received one and with a handwritten envelope, I thought it was a scam.

By Kim on Jan 8, 2011

Well my letter must have gone out with the rest of the Pittsburgh area group on December 27th – even though it didn’t arrive till January 7th with the ‘by hand’ address label. I haven’t read in the thread anywhere if anyone has determined if they have done anything illegal like using the post office to perpetrate a fraud.

By Caroline on Jan 8, 2011

Another one from Ohio. As with the rest, handwritten, no return address, big clue. This one was signed by Laura Shane, VP, only difference I have seen is the phone number, which is listed as 1-866-894-1360. Be careful out there folks!!!

By Ed on Jan 8, 2011

My roommate got one of them. I was suspicious so I looked it up and found this (thanks for putting this up by the way!). Laura Shane was the one on hers too. Recieved on Jan. 7th.

By margie l on Jan 8, 2011

forgot to mention, i’m in ohio, and they have a website up. http://yourgetaway.info/services.htm

By margie l on Jan 8, 2011

Received one yesterday in the Detroit area. No signature, and machine addressed. Presorted US Postage out of Oklahoma City. Looks like a government notice, though it does say “this is not a givernment document.” Otherwise, very similar to what has been described above.

By Steve on Jan 8, 2011

I got my letter in the mail today 1/7/2011. Pretty much the same as everyone else. Dated 12/27/2010 postmarked from Phoenix on 12/31/2010 needed to respond by 1/5/2011. signed by Barbra Dion, different phone number of 866-897-0832.

By Scott Pomeroy on Jan 8, 2011

We received our letter today (Jan 8th) in Grand Rapids, MI. Ours is still signed Barbara Dion. It is postmarked Dec 31st out of Pheonix, AZ. I think the Attorney Generals of Arizona and Michigan are going to get an email from me. Thanks for the info.

By Sally on Jan 8, 2011

From Columbus, OH as well. My husband rec’d one yesterday signed by Laura Shane and the same phone number that Ed listed. We assumed right away that this was bogus..

By Brooke on Jan 9, 2011

Got mine yesterday! Sent from Phoenix AZ, signed by Laura Shane, phone 866-740-5226. Grand Rapids, MI. Just wondering how they got my address? I did stay at a hotel in Scottsdale last April. hmmm.

By Tim on Jan 9, 2011

The envelope was handwritten, (poor handwriting at best) with no return address. The letter is identical to those that posted above but ours said to phone 1-866-740-8399 and signed Laura Shane, Vice President. She must be the West Coast VP of this major organization since we are in CA! When searching this major organization, US Airlines, I can only find suspicious replies. Doubt will find this organization on the NYSE.

By Mary on Jan 9, 2011

Got mine today in Mars, PA! Sent from Phoenix AZ, signed by Laura Shane, phone 866-740-5226.

By Joe S. on Jan 10, 2011

My husband got one today. How stupid do they think people are? A handwritten address and then no return address? Those were the first clues. Then we have not done anything to qualify for free tickets! I used reverse phone look up and the # 1-866-740-5703 is associated with no one let alone a big company. Laura Shane is the VP of BS!!!! We are in SC…..

By Tina on Jan 10, 2011

Received the same letter 1-10-11 in South Carolina. Says I must respond by the 12th. Signed by Laura Shane, Vice President—since when does the VP send out award notices?!

By Jean on Jan 11, 2011

We got ours today in Columbus from Laura Shane
Gees, it looks like a 6 year old sent it. Was just like the others here with the phone number ending 1360

By Tom on Jan 12, 2011

Got ours in Grand Rapids MI today from Laura Shane. Handwritten envelope, Must respond by Jan 19, number x5226.

By Steve on Jan 13, 2011

Did anyone else who received this letter happen to buy vacation trips with Wyndham Rewards? I smell a connection.

By Steve on Jan 13, 2011

I received my letter today. I live in Columbus, Ohio – seems to be a lot of these letters coming to our fair town. The postmark on the letter is from Phoenix AZ and is stamped and my name/address is hand written with no return address. Letter is from “US Airlines” and is hand signed by Laura Shane. The number to call listed is 1 866 894 1360 and the letter relates how I am eligible for 2 free airline tickets.

Thanks for this blog. I always google phone number that are suspicious before calling because they end up spamming/calling since when you call an 800 number, they can see your phone number – even if it is private/blocked/restricted. I would not call them – just to have fun unless you want on their phone spam list. Regards – Jim

By james on Jan 14, 2011

I got one of these today in PITTSBURGH PA
the funny thing is I do not fly…

By I don't fly on Jan 14, 2011

Recieved mine in SC today. All B.S.

By Mike on Jan 14, 2011

Received our letter today. They are now in Charleston, SC. I blocked my phone number (using *67) and called. The number is simply an answering service that makes appointments (I asked). The company is Universal Travel Vacations and they have just set up a website (www.universaltravelvacations.com) in November 2010 that shows 15 US locations. To qualify, you must be a couple with income over $50,000. The charge for the tickets is paying the airline tax, which is pushing 10% at this time. If having a cheesy fake logo is fraud, the USPS should be given a copy of the letter, but until you’ve actually been bilked of real $, I’m not sure law enforcement can be involved. I think the best action is to call your local newspaper. Surely some reporter might be interested in investigating and getting a good story?

By Pat on Jan 15, 2011

I got my letter today – L. Shane signed. Phone number was 1.866.740.8399. Supposed to reply by the 19th. I knew it wasn’t legit immediately. Handwritten address from Phoenix, AZ. Cheesy paper, terrible letterhead. If this was from a real company the presentation would have been much better. Thanks for the blog…first thing I did to confirm my suspicions was type in the phone number. Regards,

By Sonya on Jan 15, 2011

Got my letter today on January 15, 2011. Too obvious and amateurish. The number on the letter is 1-866-740-8399 and signed by a very important bottom feeder by the name Laura Shane. The letter was mailed from Phoenix, AZ and I’m in So. Cal.

Don’t waste your time calling.

Thanks to all those that posted.

By Lance on Jan 16, 2011

I received a letter from Laura Shane of US Airlines – Fly the US Skies. It’s so obvious it’s fake – It’s US Airways and Fly the Friendly Skies. And no one has tried to reach us because we have Vonage so whether anyone leaves a message or not we still get a missed call with the phone number. My concern is what they ask for if you respond to the phone number — I am a senior citizen and feel I am more savvy than some and would hate to see an elderly person end up being a victim of identity fraud.

By Patricia Stevenson on Jan 16, 2011

I received one in the mail today as well and it was also signed by Laura Shane. Could the letter be more fake??!!! My husband called from his cell just to see how the phone was answered and it was an automated voice that stated “Rewards Division”. He hung up and within 30 seconds his phone rang with a rep from the so called US Airlines. He let it go to voicemail as we knew it was them calling back. By the way, we live in Georgia – so they are covering the whole US. Craziness!

By Karen on Jan 18, 2011

I received an identical letter like Patricia Stevenson.

By Carolyn Taylor on Jan 18, 2011

I got one today too. The letter is not hand addressed or signed it is a cheap font and digital signature. The content is an exact match to the rest. Laura Shane is the name on my letter. Not even close to getting me to call. I Googled this number so fast the browser about exploded.

Next time they’ll tell you that a long lost Brother in Iraq is waiting to send you 40 million Dinar. All you have to do is give him your SSN and Banking info. Right???

By I Got One Too on Jan 18, 2011

Laura Shane must be the new vice president, I got my letter today. I live outside of Pittsburgh. Glad I checked on here first. Oh If you want Laura’s number, its 1-866-740-8054

By Rick on Jan 18, 2011

Got ours today in Columbus, Oh signed by vice president Laura Shane! Phone number to call is 866-894-1360. Also in a hand written envelope.

By hll on Jan 18, 2011

I received the letter today – Laura Shane signed. I googled the company name: “US Airlines” and found this blog. Thanks for posting your comments.

By Eduardo on Jan 18, 2011

I received a letter today in Michigan…same as the above. No return address, handwritten address, dated Jan. 3, says a I must respond by Jan. 12th…oh wait it’s Jan. 18th…oh well. Laura Shane is supposedly who it’s from. Phone # 1866-740-5226. Pretty unprofessional. If it sounds too good to be true…then guess what, it is!

By Andi on Jan 18, 2011

I received a letter yesterday in Georgia that Laura Shane signed. Found it funny that an Airline would mail a letter in a plain envelope with no return address.

By Dave on Jan 19, 2011

Got my letter yesterday. I thought about calling and having some fun but I don’t have time for that.
Laura Shane is still the VP but the number is different: 1-800-258-1316.
I want to know how they got my address!!I live in GA

By JL on Jan 19, 2011

US Airlines does not exist.

See: http://brianmorristech.com/?p=453 for multiple complaints.

When I did a search for “US Airlines” on the BBB site, nothing came up?

The letter I received used the phone # 1-866-740-5226 and was signed by Laura Shane, V.P. The code number at the bottom of my letter is BX-63187.

I live in a private house. The letter was addressed to my correct address but at Apt.46. That does not exist.

By BB on Jan 20, 2011

Got a letter today (I live in the country in between Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA) with the exact same wording as the letter described in the post, but this one was signed by Alexia Pitt, Vice President. Maybe the new management will have better service (lol, right?). Also, the envelope had no return address but had a normal stamp and a Phoenix postmark (I have family in Phoenix so I thought I had gotten a letter from them, but still thought it was strange that there was no return address).

I, too, would like to know where these people are getting the addresses from. Perhaps they stole a database from a legitimate company.

Also, in the past few months, I have received numerous phone calls from Kingston, Jamaica claiming that I have won $5 million but they do not have my correct name in their system (I have received phone calls from George John Washington, Michale Myers, and Will Smith – an agent with the FBI lol!). I never gave them my name but perhaps these two are somewhat related.

By David on Jan 21, 2011

My mom got one of these yesterday. Luckily, she was supicious since had entered no contest, and had never heard of the airline.

Thanks for posting this!

By Brad on Jan 21, 2011

My husband received his letter yesterday Jan 23,2011. We live in Omaha, NE..so they are branching out.

I knew from the start no such airline!

By Marty S Stankus on Jan 22, 2011

Thanks for all the info I actually did call and book the appointment but decided to check out some info on line. I will not be going there is not an airline called us airlines anyway here is the website that they gave me http://www.universaltravelvacations.com and two numbers 1-866-339-6427 for directions and info and the number to book was 1-866-995-7150 my letter look just like the one that person scanned at the top. Thanks for posting.

By cliftif on Jan 22, 2011

got mine today in pittsburgh signed by alexia pitt vp, phone 8667406040, thanks for posting this blog

By chuck on Jan 22, 2011

My husband received one of these today and we were suspicious. Google confirmed. Ours was signed by Alexia Pitt with the number 866-875-6174. We’re in the Columbus, Ohio area too.

By Jennifer on Jan 23, 2011

Got the same type of letter today from Alexia Pitt number was 866-281-7929. If these people were looking to make easy money, they should have kept the money they spent on paper and postage!

By Amy on Jan 24, 2011

Oh ya and we’re from Savannah, GA

By Amy on Jan 24, 2011

I received one today in Tampa, FL. The letter is from Alexia Pit but a different # 1-866-897-8687

By Kristi on Jan 24, 2011

Hello all I live in West Virginia and recieved a letter from ” US AIRLINES” signed by the same Alexia Pitt, phone number 1-866-740-6040, I tried calling the number to have some fun with these idiots but it was 11:00 PM and no one answered, Ill try again in the morning.

By Mike on Jan 24, 2011

Got mine today too, feel like calling with a block on and giving them bogas information and stating my address has changed and give them a bogus address in Arizona. But I will be nice and shred the letter. Letter was from Alexia Pitt VP US Airlines and # was 866-281-7929.

By Bill on Jan 25, 2011

Got mine today in Orlando Fl. Had to google it…Thanks guys. I’ll shred it.

By Mike on Jan 25, 2011

I got one today in Florida… Looked real at first… Call back was 1-866-740-3111

What a was of time…

By Lee on Jan 25, 2011

Sylvania,Ga..
Well we have received the same letter today..Address hand written ..no return address.
From Vice President Alexia Pitt 866-281-7929

By Amy F. on Jan 25, 2011

I’m reading a lot of comments about people receiving a letter from this, but has anyone actually gone to the appointment? Do they not give you the free airline tickets? I have an appointment scheduled for this weekend and not sure if I go what will happen or how they can get out of giving me my “free” airline tickets.

By mark on Jan 26, 2011

Got one too- When I read it I had a feeling it was suspect however prior to getting the letter I had received 2 phone calls from the # 1-866-995-7150 (which I didn’t answer because I don’t answer numbers I don’t know)- Too many scams out there to count. Don’t know how my name and address and phone number was obtained. Feel bad for the people that take this seriously and indulge any more information then they already have.

By SurpriseSurpiseAnotherScam on Jan 27, 2011

I received mine today (Jan. 27th)- the mail came as a Happy Birthday card. Inside asking me to pack my bags “IN CELERATION OF YOUR BIRTHDAY” by offering me “Two Roundtrip Airline Tickets to and from a Major International Airport Anywhere Within the Continental U.S.!”
My birthday is in January, but how did they find out? Where did they obtain this piece of information? The number listed to call is 866-396-3279. The letter indicated that this offer is powered by Expedia. I am not sure what does that mean?

By Angela on Jan 27, 2011

I received my letter. Handwritten envelope from AZ. I know there is no airline called US Airlines. My letter is signed by an Alexia Pitt, who is the Vice President. I live in Rey. Ohio. They want me to cal 1-866-875-6174. They made several attempts. Rule of thumb, if its too good be true, then normally it is.

By kelly tabor on Jan 27, 2011

Got one too from their vice president Alexia Pitt 1-866-875-6174. I think i’ll call and have some fun with them. Not sure how they got my information.

thanks for the blog.

By Big Mo on Jan 28, 2011

We got one today from Alexia Pitt, 866-281-7929
We’re in Savannah Ga

By chris on Jan 28, 2011

I received one today as well. It was not hand-written and used. Pre-sorted U.S. Postage Paid from Oklahoma City, FL. I live in Orlando, FL. Mine was not signed at all. The signature line says “awards department” and the number 1-866-740-3111. The notice is for two round-trip tickets to anywhere in the continental United States. Darn … I needed a vacation so badly too!

Funny enough, my mother’s name is Barbara Dion, but I can assure you that the one in everyone else’s letters is not my mother.

Thank you for this post!

By Alyson on Jan 29, 2011

Statesboro, GA

Looks like they’re hitting SE USA and specifically Georgia.

Also Alexia Pitt at 866-281-7929

Handwritten address, no return, real stamp from Phoenix AZ

By D Lanier on Jan 29, 2011

Got one of the official looking ones.
I am near Atlanta, reply # 866-740-6223
thanks for the info.

By Lewis on Jan 29, 2011

I just got one today too. I called them up. The travel awards division answering service answered and asked for the claim number. I asked if the claim number would let them know who I was. He said “no”, it will just let him know what promotion the letter is for. After talking to him for a few minutes, I told him I didn’t trust it and was about to get off. He said “thanks Mr. #####”. I asked him what he just called me and he repeated it. I never told him my name. As soon as I reminded him that he said the claim number would only let him know the promotion, he hung up. Two calls back went unanswered. I might go to visit Travel and Discount in Pittsburgh, the company the promotion was for. He had given me their address: 3 West Penn Center.

By Dan on Jan 29, 2011

I just got back from my wonderful vacation to the Cayman Islands via US Airlines. It was great, we flew from Columbus, Ohio in a Ford Tri-Motor with stops in Michigan, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and West Virgina……..but not in that order. We had to pick up the other suckers……err, I mean winners !! We had accommodations right on the beach. And I mean RIGHT ON THE BEACH, in a 6 x 6 tent. The food was good…….we got to keep and cook whatever we could catch. Our last evening there we had crab…. One crab, for the eight of us. I am here to tell you it’s for real.
REALLY !

(Yep, got my letter today)

By Dan on Jan 29, 2011

I got one in the pittsburgh area from Laura Shane. I decided to call the number at the bottom- 1-866 740 8054. There was another number that they gave in a voice message 1 866 995 7079 Jess extention 3. I set up a meeting for the hell of it, I may call back a few times and keep rescheduling.

By Sean on Jan 30, 2011

Seriously who would thik this was legit???? So obviously garbage

By PE on Jan 31, 2011

Statesboro, GA

866-281-7929
by Alexia Pitt

By Bryan on Jan 31, 2011

I got one and noticed that they have a lot of “Vice Presidents”… for appointment was referred to Universal Travel Vacations, 5500 Frantz Road, Suite 110, Dublin, Ohio… Restrictions include not traveling within 7 days of a federal holiday, can’t use the “tickets” for 60 days… have to pay flight taxes…dress casually and don’t bring anyone with you…I’m going to guess that there will be a lot more restrictions (like having to use the travel agency and going on one of their trips). I doubt I’ll keep my appointment.

By cs on Feb 1, 2011

Lithonia, GA

1-866-740-6223
Awards Department

Award Notification from “US Airlines, Fly the US Skies”

By Davis on Feb 2, 2011

Got one today in Atlanta – Looks like a tax document but then in very small print says “This is not a government document.” Then it’s got the “Flight Coupon” attached. Wonder what they hope to accomplish out of all this.

By Lindsay on Feb 2, 2011

Got one today, same basic format, different name for the VP. I’d like to hear if anyone actually was requested to provide CC details..?

By Ted on Feb 3, 2011

Nebraska

Kate White at 866-341-6495

Handwritten address, no return, real stamp from Phoenix AZ

BTW, they stated the following: We have attempted contacting you several times without success. Hmmm wonder why?

By Jacq on Feb 3, 2011

got one in Orlando yesterday and of course googled it today….looked very generic like the one above only with Alexia Pitt as vice president and phone number 1-866-331-5247

By Terry on Feb 4, 2011

I got one in the mail this morning- the thing that tipped me off was the fact that the name on the front was my mom’s name, but the address was mine (my mom does not live with me). Somehow they got their information messed up. it was not hand-addressed though, it was a well printed-up document.

By Amanda on Feb 4, 2011

Got one today in MI- really ridiculous how unprofessional this letter looks and the fact they said they tried to contact me even though i have not received any such phone call from “US Airlines” lol my letter was signed by the VP- Alexia Pitt but the number they gave me was 1-866-926-6809

By Modesto on Feb 4, 2011

Received my letter in Savannah, GA.
Same deal, handwritten address, Phoenix postmark, no return address. Phone number is 1-866-281-7965. There seems to have been a shakeup in the company as the VP is now a woman named Kate White.

By Terry on Feb 4, 2011

Letter rec’d today, signed by Kate White, VP call 866-406-6447

By GA dude on Feb 4, 2011

We got our letter today in Goose Creek, SC. It’s the same thing I’m seeing from people above! Thanks for this blog!

By Jo on Feb 4, 2011

Received my letter in Savannah, GA beginning of January 2011, too.
Same deal, handwritten address. Phone number is 1-866-281-7929. It is signed by VP named Alexia Pitt. Too many VPs …

By Jane Smith on Feb 6, 2011

Total scam, received in Orlando. Kate White is now VP – congratulations to her on her promotion!

Wife almost thought it was US Airways until I pointed out the “urgent” nature of it and lack of personal information relating to our frequent-flyer program with USAir.

By Matt on Feb 6, 2011

Got our letter today in Saint Marys, GA. Same deal. Hand written envelope with an actual stamp. Signed by K. White (Kate White) V.P. Phone number is 1-866-406-6447. Code at bottom is xx-xxxxx. We really needed a vacation too…

By Laci on Feb 7, 2011

They paid $0.44 to send me my authentic looking, “not phony at all” letter … Kate White @ 1-866-992-0967. Here’s to you Alternate family!

By But mine is REAL on Feb 7, 2011

Just opened my letter for “2 Free Roundtrip tickets” as well. Its one thing to clutter my inbox with bogus gimicks and sales but this type of targeted marketing is starting to tick me off. Everywhere I look it’s buy this of drive that, eat this or wear that, FREE FREE FREE. I am not a sales figure and I’ll buy whatever the heck I feel like buying. US Airlines, keep your shaddy bussiness practice out of my house.

By Roger on Feb 7, 2011

Got a letter today in Lincoln, NE with same VP K. White. Thought it was a scam so I looked it up and found this blog. Thanks for the info.

By Jessica on Feb 7, 2011

Yep, got the same thing here in Roswell, GA.

By Dan on Feb 7, 2011

Received the letter February and it actually went to my parents address where i obviously used to live. The number posted was 1-866-341-6495.

It came from Phoenix, AZ

By Shauna on Feb 8, 2011

got one today but it was for my father in law… he lives in oregon and i received it in georgia… weird… mine was signe kate white… hmmm

By Natasha on Feb 8, 2011

same thing here – looks like they are sending the notice to nebraska now. a wish and a dream and I can fly anywhere.

By Bill on Feb 9, 2011

Mine came in the mail today from Kate White. I live in GA.

By Ronnie on Feb 10, 2011

Boy, these people are busy and must have a LOT of Vice Presidents. Mine came from Phoenix, AZ; phone number was 1-866-406-7113; Vice Pres was Kate White. The envelope’s address was handwritten. I am in Pittsburgh, PA. I received the letter on Feb 10, 2011, and had to respond by Feb 16, 2011. I would like to try US Airlines but maybe Delltuh or Contramental can give me a better deal. LOL.

By Curt Johnson on Feb 10, 2011

Rec’d the same exact letter from Alexia Pitt, Vice President, call 1-866-926-6809. I received the letter on Feb. 10th, 2011, handwritten addressee (me), with no return address, postage stamp (handplaced), from Pheonix, Arizona. Hey, i called the 866 #, it is definitely a SALES presentation to be held at some ‘public conference hall’ in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Be careful. Don’t waste your gas. I rent a home from VBRO or Craigslist “city” directly from a private owner, love too & i’ve gotten awesome vacation deals; like $300 for two weeks for a private home with pool & spa/internet, etc.

By Cynthia on Feb 10, 2011

I got this letter today from Kate White. I live in Grand Rapids, MI. Somebody should shut this thing down.

By tony on Feb 10, 2011

Forgot to mention the phone number was 1-866-348-1766.

By tony on Feb 10, 2011

The one we got today (live in Nashville) looks very much like a W-2 form. It is an all-in-one style envelope like the kind that hold checks and documents. Has a “2011″ in bold print on the Exterior similar to IRS format and “Official Documents Enclosed” on outside of envelope too. Postage is pre-paid in Oklahoma City, OK. A boarding pass is included from “US Airlines”: call back number is 1-866-341-6496. Also says “This is not a timeshare or land sales offer”. (HA!) No specific names given. signed, Sincerely, Awards Department. Boy, with their persistance, if these people developed a little more intelligence, they could be really dangerous.

By Kate on Feb 11, 2011

I got TWO letters on such cheap letterhead and with the US Airlines name, I fly a lot and it looks so crappy I had to check it out. How do we stop these people? Someone will fall for it, sad to say. I enjoyed reading your comments and plan a harassment call later today..

By james on Feb 11, 2011

Yeah! I got one yesterday, too! Lucky me!

Kate White, 1-866-281-7962

The complete absence of a physical address on the envelope and letter was the first red flag. No hits for that phone number using reverse lookups, strike two. And it’s “US Airways” not “Airlines”… recycling bin.

By K on Feb 11, 2011

My mother received two of these notices yesterday and both were dated the same day. She lives in Florida so they are going after the senior market.

By M on Feb 11, 2011

My husband received one today signed by Kate White, VP, supposedly and the number was
1-866-406-6447
I looked it up online and found this website. I didn’t think it could be real. I guess now that most people got rid of home phones they just use the mail for scams now.

By Michele on Feb 11, 2011

Letter rec’d today, 02-11-2011.

Columbus Ohio area.

Phone number given 1-866-281-7962.

Some one with tech savy should ste up a robo caller to call all these numbers repetively.

By Mike on Feb 11, 2011

I live in TN, got my letter today I knew it was a scam before I even googled it. Number this time is
866-341-6496 Except now it says From 645–HH I would call and give them a piece of my mind but I would hate to know the goal of it was to get you to call so they can sell your telephone number. With this many folks why hasn’t our Attorney General put a stop to this.

By Judy C on Feb 11, 2011

We got ours yesterday (11 Feb 2011) in S. Georgia. Like the guy said, “If it sounds too good to be real…”.

Signed by “Kate White”.

By Ward on Feb 12, 2011

I called and kept them on the line for a few minutes… then I said I tracked the number and I was coming to pound on everyone there you dumb$%^..then they hung up.. hahahah… I guess that make me just as bad them… but it was enjoyable….

By john on Feb 12, 2011

Yipee!! Got mine today,in southwest, FL same as everyone above, signed by VP Kate White, 1-866-992-0967.

By Judy on Feb 12, 2011

Got one today. I live in Chicago.

I like Mike’s idea

Here is another number if someone sets up a robo caller.

1-866-740-5197

By Kat on Feb 12, 2011

Well, clearly Ohio is now too cold (Feb. 12, 2011) to continue at this time of year since my husband received a letter today and we are in warm and sunny Florida! Kate White’s phone number has changed to 866-992-0967. The unprofessional logo, real stamp, handwritten address with no return address are all tip offs. Guess we’ll need help when they finally smarten up …!

By Leda Jones on Feb 12, 2011

Letter rec’d today, 02-11-2011 from “US Airlines Fly the US Skies”

Columbus Ohio area.

Phone number given 1-866-281-7962.

Letter signed by “Kate White”

Code at bottom of letter = CC-xxxxx

By Susan on Feb 12, 2011

I got mine yesterday. I live in Columbus, Ohio. I was going to block caller ID on my phone and call them, but decided to Google “u s airlines” instead. u s airlines?

By Jim on Feb 13, 2011

Like many others that have posted here I also am from Columbus Ohio. I received my letter the other day. It was the same story two free US Airlines tickets. I called and the guy that answered the phone said that I would have to come by and pick up the tickets. He said that they wanted me to hear a short presentation about their travel service so I would use it in the future. I was very skeptical and couldn’t wait to google it. I scheduled to go this Wednesday February 16th. I would like them to give me two tickets to an imaginary airline in person. I still kind of want to go just to ask them about all of this in person. I found some other links about this company including their own very vague website for the Dublin Office. The local news has done at least two different stories on this company and they have had many complaints to the BBB and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.

http://www.yourgetaway.info/services.htm

http://www.10tv.com/live/content/consumer10/stories/2010/02/17/story-columbus-vacation-scams.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=102

http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/global-vacation-network-c237159.html

By Kyle on Feb 13, 2011

I’m a flight attendant for U.S. Airlines…this explains why they never call me to work?!…
Got mine today in PGH
Whats next…West South Airlines?
(bing!) ..”you are now free to scam across the country…”

By Kate White on Feb 14, 2011

Thanks for putting this page up. I just got my letter from “Kate” here in Pittsburgh, PA and Googling the phone number yielded this page.

This has saved me from calling the number and figuring it out actually talking to them.

By Nicholas on Feb 14, 2011

Got mine in a suburb of Pittsburgh today as well. Very thankful for sites like this!

By A W on Feb 14, 2011

Got one here in Charleston, SC. Mine was from Kate White as well. Do they really think that a VP at an airlines will sign the letter in Blue pen and hand-write the envelope with no return address? I don’t know what more sad, the lack of effort put forth by this scam, or that it must work since they keep doing it!

By Matt on Feb 14, 2011

My husband got his letter here in Western PA today and was angry because the deadline was in just two days! As soon as I read it I knew it was a scam. At least with the $.44 stamp they are giving business to the poor USPS!!

By Diana on Feb 14, 2011

Got my letter today, however “Fly the US Skies” does not ring a bell as any legit tag line. I’m tempted to call the number just to mess with them for fun. Apparently Kate White is now the VP, congrats Kate on your promotion! Hailing from Clearwater, Florida.

By CAB on Feb 14, 2011

Got one of these today. Live in Kalamazoo, MI. Signed by Kate White. Phone 866-348-1766.

By Richard on Feb 15, 2011

I live in Pittsburgh – got a letter today 1-866-406-7113 – STAY AWAY

By Calvin on Feb 15, 2011

I receive the letter from US Airlines here in Charleston and luckily I found your web site.
Am scheduled to go to a presentation Friday but will be a no show..

Thanks
Jim

By Jim Antley on Feb 17, 2011

Just got my letter–Columbus,Ohio. At least this wasn’t one of those horrible collection agencies that call every person with your last name and then try to convince you to pay off a ten year old debt for someone you do not know. A co-worker got caught up in one of those loops. We learned that the magic words for that situation are, “Please tell me what state you are calling from, so that I know which Attorney General to contact about this call” It works like a charm!

By sue on Feb 17, 2011

Got my letter from US AIrlines today post-marked from Phoenix, AZ. The lack of a return address on the envelope and the black & white stationary should be a instant signal.. Hope no one has fallen for these low-lifes yet…

My letter has a new 866-number that hasn’t been mentioned yet:
1-866-331-6516.

Someone please put these clowns in jail already….

By New Number on Feb 17, 2011

We also got a letter today. Dated Feb. 14th.
Loretta Cape Vice President. The phone # now
is 1-866-341-6530. Shows it was mailed from
Phoenix, AZ. Funny thing is on a post (on here) from
someone who called the company they stated they
“wanted to get the word out about their company” Looks like they are doing just that
with this website. But not how they would like.:)
We live in Michigan.

By JD on Feb 17, 2011

Still at it, received mine in Michigan today, Feb17, 2011

By Terry on Feb 17, 2011

We got a letter today in Florida. It was signed by Loretta Cape and the number to call was 866-671-2647.

By michelle on Feb 17, 2011

My letter came today. Number is 866-281-7962. I’m mad that some people are falling victim to this. Spread the word!

By John on Feb 18, 2011

Got one today in PA. Loretta Cape, 866-336-5238, letter ends with an inexplicable “CD-xxxxx” tag at the bottom.

By Richard on Feb 18, 2011

We got our letter from “US Airlines” today. Signed by Loretta Cape, VP. Now listing a new phone number 1-866-331-6516. Promised 2 free tickets worth $1,400. Looked funny so did an online search. Glad I found this blog. We lives in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.

By Carole on Feb 19, 2011

I used to work and sell timeshare for Wyndham Resorts. I say this is false advertisement because it says clearly that the name of the company is listed at the bottom of the letter. Either I am blind or they forgot to put their name on the letter. So, I say it’s false advertisement and they should pay with free airline tickets without any obligation. Someone on here has to be an attorney to file a class action lawsuit. Why should we have to pay a fee to collect on a free advertisement? That has to be a violation of an advertising law.
Please let me know if you are interested.

By Christy on Feb 19, 2011

got mine in michigan today…i typed the phone number into google and this site came up…thank you to whomever started this site. saved me a phone call and a potential scam….boy, telling someone in michigan they can fly away in february is very very tempting..

By dave on Feb 22, 2011

Central Ohio must have been the most recent target for this letter because I just received my award letter yesterday in Columbus. It screamed “scam” so I thought I’d investigate online. All i had to do was type in the phone # and found this blog. I’m amazed that someone takes the time to hand sign, address and stamp these letters. I guess they get enough takers to make it worth it.

By Lydia on Feb 23, 2011

Got an “Official” version today in TN – no signatures or anything. Phone # was 866-437-1130. Hilarious!

By Charles on Feb 23, 2011

Got my “Award Notification” today. Thought it looked suspicious- found this page. Wont call the number- will notify BBB. BBBy the way- BBBeware!!

By Kathleen on Feb 23, 2011

Received in Florida today from my new BFF Loretta Cape. The US Airlines letter in a handwritten envelope, no return address, postmark PHX 22 Feb with a real stamp! New phone # 1-866-348-0837. At least they are using US mail, I’d hate to end their scam and put postal workers out of a job. But I’m getting my phone recorder warmed up, this should be fun… Thanks for the web site!

By mike on Feb 25, 2011

got mine today, Feb25,2011, hand written, real stamp from Phoenix. almost had me since I’m from Phoenix, but it didn’look right, so I googled and found this site. VP is Loretta Cape and the number this time is 1-866-740-1512

By rhonda on Feb 25, 2011

Just received my letter today in Western Michigan. Thanks for the postings. I won’t call, but I thought the hand written address was a nice touch

By brian on Feb 25, 2011

Got one today in Tampa. Same as above. Will not call. Guessed it was bogus, but wanted the confirmation from all of you! Thanks – off to the circular file!

By Roger on Feb 25, 2011

My husband received one today and was instructed to respond by 3/2 by calling 1-866-925-3581. It was signed by Loretta Cape. They also tried to reach him several times by calling his cell phone. Thanks for the info!

By Melissa on Feb 26, 2011

Forgot to mention, we’re from Illinois.

By Melissa on Feb 26, 2011

got one a few days ago too. signed by Kate White, number is 1-866-406-6447. The stationery and grammar was a dead giveaway.

By steve on Feb 26, 2011

Recieved same letter and I thought I would call. The agent sent me to a website http://www.travelanddiscount.net
The web site has glowing testimonials and has decriptions of vacation destinations at offered at deep discounts.
The gift is contingent on my wife and I showing up at the Brunswick GA location and sitting through a 90 minute presentation. I made an appointment but I don’t think we will show up. Has anyone actually sat through the presentation??

By Barney on Feb 26, 2011

My parents Recieved the same letter today, mom was already to go for it, so I looked up the number and found this site. Thank you to whomever decided to start this post

By Rick on Feb 26, 2011

I’m in Michigan and got my letter today, saying how they had been trying to contact me and this was my last chance. Pretty much the same as you all have said except the phone number was 1-866-341-6530. Loretta Cape (Vice President).
It really stinks that they would do this and the sad thing is that some people will fall for it.
Thank you for this page that lets people know!

By Caryl on Feb 26, 2011

Got the same thing today in Charleston, SC. I called to get some more info from them before I reported.

By the way “US Airlines” isn’t a real company. Don’t confuse with US Airways…

I called and talked to “Donna”, a real sweet girl that referred me to a local travel company, and I’d have to go in to get a “Tour” before I got my free tickets. I would have to pay tax on them, and I had to fit the demographic of 28-70 years old and married.

The gist of it is: who knows if the tickets exist. This company (travelanddiscount.net) gets paid to get you in their front door. And then you have to buy a membership from the local company to get anything in return, and you definitely are not going to get your money’s worth.

By Luke on Feb 26, 2011

Received mine two days ago in South Georgia. Signed by L. Cape (Loretta Cape). Phone number is 866-671-2647. Thanks for this website!

By Deborah on Feb 26, 2011

Received ours today in Charleston, SC. Letter exactly the same as mentioned and pictured above, signed by Loretta Cape, VP, but number seems to be a new one again, 1-866-341-6501. At least I didn’t see it listed yet. They just keep rolling!!!

By paul on Feb 26, 2011

I got mine, kinda looked like a gov’t tax notice, said “Official Documents Enclosed” with that awful crease and tear the edges form. US Airlines? How stupid do they think we are? What I want to know is, which slimy f*@$ gave them our mailing addresses?

JHY
Gurnee, IL

By Jim on Feb 27, 2011

Got one today near Nashville. Ticks me off that other companies make money off of my address…that money should go to me!

By Jacob on Feb 28, 2011

Got ours today from lovely Ms. Cape. Another new number 1 866 341 6530. Always love reading others comments and doing what I can to warn others. These are really annoying…

By Mike Novakoski on Feb 28, 2011

So what do we all have in common that we were lucky enough to receive free tix? Who sold our addresses? Delta? Ford?

By Tom on Feb 28, 2011

Got mine today in Summerville SC. Had the number 1-866-341-6501 and the code CE-xxxxx [note from Brian - I don't want them to know who you are]. Sad thing is, how many poor schmucks have given their info and been duped out of their money as long as this has been going on? Think I’m gonna turn it over to a local talk show host tomorrow and let him have fun! Keep your guard up folks, they ARE out there!

By Trey on Feb 28, 2011

My husband got all of the above documents, now the hand addressed envelope w/ no return address and a reg. stamp too. I think I’ll let them kept spending their $ or think of something clever to say & keep them on the phone for nothing…the thing is, are there innocent ppl out there working trying to make a buck by representibg these people? I hope no one is spending their $$ to get a commission from this.

By bonni on Mar 1, 2011

Received this in the mail today in Atlanta, GA. Yet again a new number 1-866-537-4523. This time signed only as “Rewards Department”. Gonna call them with several diffent accents and people just to make them mad… By the way, who gave out our mailing addresses???

By Terrence on Mar 1, 2011

Got the letter signed by Loretta Cape – they spelled our town name wrong. Suspicious from the start. We live near Pittsburgh, PA. I hate this waste of my time, but sad to say some people will fall prey to these scum bags.

By John on Mar 1, 2011

I’m in Western Michigan. I’ve been out of town so I’m not sure what day it arrived. It’s from Loretta Cape at 1-866-341-6530 and I knew it was when I saw the hand written address on the envelope with no return address, and no address or phone number on the letterhead. The date on the letter says
“February 21st,2011″. No professional office would put the “21st” . . . dumb asses!

By Sandy on Mar 1, 2011

Mine was received today, envelope did not have return address. It was signed by Loretta Cape. Wish these were true.

By sml on Mar 2, 2011

I say we all call the number in our spare time and after 5 seconds say, “Theres someone at the door can you hang on for a second?” and then set the phone down until they hang up. Or pretend to speak another language. Or try to sell them something

By BillyBob Haystack on Mar 2, 2011

Received mine today. Detroit metro area. I am also on the do not mail list.

By rick on Mar 2, 2011

Apparently I too received the same letter, read it and noticed right away there is no suck airline called US Airlines. However, I have a new name for you all. The so called “Vice President” is now Ann Roy. The number on my letter is 1-866-918-6519. My wife thought it looked suspicious when she received it while I was away on a business trip. No return address and the letter is a fake letterhead. I too Googled this so called airline and found this site. Thanks for the heads up, time to tear throw it away.

By David on Mar 2, 2011

received one today signed Ann Roy, thanks for putting this info on line.

By Jimmy on Mar 2, 2011

recieved mine today thanks to all for posting remember if its to good to be true investigate!!! i got a new # 1-866-921-7390 signed Ann Roy

By Allen on Mar 4, 2011

My husband got his free US Airlines offer today signed by Ann Roy, hand written address, otherwise blank envelope,postmarked Phoenix AZ and with real stamp….no boarding pass.
No. used is 866-995-7519. I’m in the west MI area. Good to see this site is keeping track …thanks.

By Jean on Mar 4, 2011

I received the award notice with exactly the same words but the toll-free phone number given is 1-866-740-3111. They change to new toll-free phone numbers whenever their older phone numbers become posted on blogs by the public to warn people about this scheme.

By Anonymous on Mar 4, 2011

Received mine today in Columbus, OH. Same exact # and name as above. Thanks for the post!

By emily on Mar 4, 2011

Got mine today, in Tampa, from Ann Roy. Phone number is now 866-740-6252

By Brian on Mar 4, 2011

Same as David, signed VP Ann Roy, 866 918-6519 sent to Phoenix from Phoenix.

By Susan on Mar 4, 2011

I received one today, it was actually sent via a forward from my old address. Mine is signed by the Vice President “Loretta Cape” and the number is 1-866-995-7192. All I did was type in “loretta cape, us airlines spam” in google and I found this site. I feel bad for elderly people that may get tricked by this type of scheming!

By Sara on Mar 5, 2011

Ann Roy signed mine.. but seriously, don’t most people know there is no US Airlines?

By dan on Mar 5, 2011

Recieved March 6/11 in LARGO FL, just outside of TAMPA. The job of government is to protect the people but I guess some lawyer found away around the laws to allow these companies to survive unhindered. Its time for the government(mostly lawyers) to be held accountable for their greed, i,e LIBYA. I’m tired of getting screwed over by MY ELECTED OFFICIALS.

By Mark Stenzel on Mar 6, 2011

Got mine today in Pittsburgh Pa. signed by the honorable Ann Roy. Just updating to show they are still going strong. I work for the gov’t and have the ability to get the word out pretty easily to masses of people and intend to do so. I can’t imagine that anyone would fall for this but I’d at least like for these scammers to throw in the towel.

By Rick on Mar 6, 2011

Got one today, in Jacksonville FL, phone on letter is 1-866-921-7390 and sent from Arizona… Thing is, I work in air traffic so not knowing the airline I looked it up and found this site… I’m bringing this in to work today to see if they can give me any advice on who to contact… This is horrible especially since most are in economical hardships at this time!

By Caroline on Mar 7, 2011

My boyfriend received the same letter everyone else on here did…Columbus….Loretta Cape….you know the one. Anyway, I knew immediately it was a scame of some sort, and now i feel validated thanks to all the posts on here and other sites. We decided to have some fun with them..so…we called and made the appointment (Frantz Road, Dublin OH) and NO SHOWED/NO CALLED. I am still messing with them, as today I called and told them to hang on and left the phone. Anyway, I wish companies like this would quit doing these types of things.

By Kim on Mar 7, 2011

Got the letter from Ann ROY today, I’m real happy to see all the responses, now only if other people can pass on the 419, nigeria and the other scams out there

By Mike on Mar 7, 2011

I was wondering- can I pay with make believe money for these make believe tickets on this make believe airline?

I fear it would be as in Harry Potter – I would get to the “station” and there would not be a platform 9 3/4 – at least not for the people in the Real world. Good luck finding the gate for US Airlines at CMH – Columbus !

By Dennis on Mar 7, 2011

Got mine today (March 7), stamped envelope, hand addressed with no return address. Letter dated February 28 … expiration date of March 9 from Ann Roy, Vice President, 1-866-437-8134. Unfortuantely, must still be profitable or they would discontinue spending money on the stamps.

By SuZ on Mar 7, 2011

Letter came in March 8th signed Ann Roy. First instinct is no return address, US Airlines not company we are familiar with. Letter states “you have qualified” for an award. If you won a ticket it would say that.

By silvia morgan on Mar 8, 2011

Got mine today in Charleston SC. Signed by Ann Roy. I guess I’ll give her a call at 866-281-8138. See ya’ll suckers later! I’m flyin’ first class with all the free drinks I can chug and all the cocktail weenies I can eat.

By Lans on Mar 8, 2011

Got one todayfrom US airlines advising me of my 2 roundtrip tickets. Tx of 1-866-995-7519. Signed by Ann Roy – Vice President.
I will not be calling.

By Tk on Mar 8, 2011

I recieved the same exact letter as you all but mine was signed by a different vice president named Ann Roy. The letter was post marked from phoenix arizona.

How in the world did they get my name and address?

Oily

By oily on Mar 9, 2011

Oh wait, mine was the same lady with a different phone number! Ann Roy with (866)918-8060

Oily

By oily on Mar 9, 2011

Got a letter today (March 9). I’m in southeast Georgia. I’m also a law enforcement officer (18 years), so I was immediately curious about the letter. I don’t know anyone in Phoenix, AZ (the post stamp on the envelope), so it was suspicious to me with the hand-written address line. I actually considered submitting it to the crime lab for a chemical/bio weapons test, but after using the old desklamp shadow technique, I decided against it. However, for future reference, always be suspicious of ANY envelope or package that doesn’t have a return address. Any professional business organization will put a return address on a letter, usually with their company logo and a prepaid postage mark made by a Pitney-Bowes machine or similar. The sad part of this is there are some people out there that have probably fallen for this and lost some money. Oh well, this scam will catch up with these crooks sooner or later. It always does.

By James on Mar 9, 2011

Got the same letter today. Phone number was 866-995-7195. VP: Ann Roy. Supposedly US Airlines, which naturally doesn’t exist.

By MM on Mar 10, 2011

I got the same letter today (March 10, 2011) in Florida. Signed by Ann Roy with a phone number to call 1-866-348-8931

By Al on Mar 10, 2011

I live in Mississippi. Ours came the first week of March. We got a Reservation Notification from US Airlines for the round trip tickets plus 7 days car rental from Thrifty Car Rental if we called within 48 hours (48 hours from when?). The number to call was 1-877-717-5992, and the letter was not even signed by anyone. I called and the man told me they were with Perfect Marketing in Phoenix AZ, and that a travel agency, “Affordable Vacations” was opening an office in our area and this was to give them publicity. BUT the letter said “In celebration of our anniversary” we’re offering this. We made an appointment for tomorrow, and a man even called today to confirm it. I had my doubts, especially when they needed a picture id and one other id, such as a major credit card. Needless to say, we won’t keep this appointment.

By D Williams on Mar 10, 2011

I just got one today. First clue: no bulk mailing stamp. The header looked photocopied, I’ve never heard of the airline, and address and phone number are missing from the letterhead.

By Karla on Mar 10, 2011

Got mine today in Dublin, Ohio. Signed by Ann Roy. Number is 1-866-918-8060. No return address but postmarked in Phoenix, AZ.

By Tim on Mar 10, 2011

got letter today, signed by Ann Roy. phone nunmber is 1-866-437-8134. post marked in Phoenix, now in my trash.

By maur on Mar 11, 2011

I Received the same letter today also. It was personally signed by Ann Roy also.
Thanks for all the helpful warnings.

By Michelle on Mar 11, 2011

yep got one too, geez! i tore it up

By teresa on Mar 12, 2011

“A Roy” signature, Ann Roy, Vice president must be getting a lot of fish to bite cause now she has spent $$$$ for another toll-free # 866-271-1163. code: CH-xxxxx (zip code related?)

By Fran---Milwaukee, WI on Mar 12, 2011

Got mine today, signed by Ann Roy, to call 1-866-740-6252. It might be a good idea for all to post the phone number, since people frequently look up just the number. Then they would be directed here. Have fun tearin’ it up!

By Calley Jones on Mar 12, 2011

They must be working the Tampa Florida area now- Got mine today- Ann Roy 1-866-740=6252

By gary on Mar 12, 2011

got letter yesterday (12 Mar 11) (SE Georgia, USA), signed by Ann Roy. phone number is 1-866-921-7390. post marked in Phoenix, now in my trash!

By Paul on Mar 13, 2011

I’m not too old yet to be fooled by these evildoers. Thanks Ann Roy for the letter. What a waste of postage, letter and envelope. Make it more real next time. And what’s your next step Ann Roy? Send out letters again that we won a million Euro Dollars from a lottery drawn from nowhere? Of Course Ann Roy is a fake name but I know you are enjoying reading these letters from your “supposed to be” victims. My suggestion to you Ann Roy, GO TO HELL. Make sure to tell your clients your phone number there (1-866-740-6252).

By Irwin on Mar 13, 2011

I received this letter on Saturday. Very impressive that the address is handwritten and a real stamp was used. Thanks for the tip!

By Amethyst Moon on Mar 14, 2011

Received in Florida…signed by Ann Roy & # 1-866-740-6252.

With this many people knowing it’s a scam, isn’t there some government agency that can do SOMETHING?

By Bill from FL on Mar 14, 2011

mom got one expires 3-16-11 i told her i would look up. ann roy-866-995-7519 good for today and tomorrow. i will not let her call

By ss in wyoming, mi on Mar 14, 2011

Yep received my notification today personally signed by VP Ann Roy. Yeah right a VP of a company isn’t going to sign mass letters! My reply phone number is 866-740-6252.
Darn, would’ve like a couple of free tickets.

By Stacy from FL on Mar 14, 2011

Received in Florida signed by Ann Roy & # 1-866-921-7390.

By Allen on Mar 14, 2011

Received my letter on March 16 in Jax Florida. It was signed by Ann Roy and the number was 1-866-921-7390.

By Allen on Mar 14, 2011

Received one of these letters in the Pittsburgh area a few days ago. Same story, handwritten address, fake “US Airlines” logo and slogan. They actually spelled my name wrong as well. The V.P. is Ann Roy still but it looks like she has had a 2-3 week run so they should be changing the name again soon. The phone # is 866-437-8134 on my letter. I have to reply by tomorrow or the “alternate” will get my vouchers. I might call them just to have some fun

By ken on Mar 14, 2011

Received in Arizona signed by Ann Roy & # 1-866-921-7390

By Craig on Mar 15, 2011

Received mine today…. look out West Florida …. Port Charlotte /Tampa area Not a good airline to be a Vice President this in number 26 by my count …. Jocelyn Hall 1 866 918 3297 Tip off no address or email or website typed in US Airline and got your site thanks for posting I always use the internet to check stuff out more people should save some aggravation

By Edward on Mar 16, 2011

I received on today in Columbus, Ohio. Same format as the others. But the phone number changed:

1-866-337-7935

By “Vice President” Jocelyn Hall

I also did a search on the number and I think it was in the middle of the ocean (dabar…?) In the Gulf of Guinea off the east coast of Africa.

By Michael on Mar 16, 2011

I live in Mississippi my husband got one but it was not a letter it had tear off sides on March 15 it said he has a Reservation Notification from US Airlines for the round trip tickets plus 7 days car rental from Thrifty Car Rental if we called within 48 hours (48 hours from when?). The number to call was 1-877-717-5992, and the letter was not even signed by anyone. He called and the man told him they were with Perfect Marketing in Phoenix AZ, and that a travel agency, “Affordable Vacations” was opening an office in our area and this was to give them publicity. BUT the letter said “In celebration of our anniversary” plus there was a copy of a ticket that expired on March 12, 2011. He called and was he had to bring ID and major credit card but was told he could hide his numbers they did not need see them all he needed to do was sit through a 90 minute presentation and his wife must be with him.

By Kathy on Mar 16, 2011

also forgot return address was
OP
P.O.BOX 20389
West Palm Beach, 33416Fl

By Kathy on Mar 16, 2011

I received one of these letters in the mail on either Mon. 3/14 or Tue. 3/15. [I'd forgotten to check the mail Mon. evening.] I sensed right away that it was a scam, but out of curiosity did a Google search for “US Airlines letter” and came upon this site — thanks for confirming my suspicions.

The envelope was postmarked “09 MAR 11″ from Phoenix, AZ; the letter was dated March 7th, 2011 and said “You must respond no later than March 16th, 2011″. It was signed by “A Roy” / Ann Roy, Vice President. The phone number in this copy of the letter was (866) 995-7195.

Considering they’re spending @ 60¢ per mailing (between postage, printing, envelopes, and labor), I wonder what percentage of successful “hits” (i.e., scams) they have to accomplish in order to make this worthwhile (as opposed to doing honest work).

It’s sad that there are enough dupes out there to make this a worthwhile endeavor for the grifters running this thing.

By Dante A. Bacani on Mar 16, 2011

Tampa, FL, Jocelyn Hall VP, 1-866-918-3297

By Ben Dover on Mar 16, 2011

Got my letter today. Same agenda: 2 free airline tickets from US Airlines, claim award by 3/23/11 or will give to alternate, this is last chance to respond, no return address, checked with Reverse Phone Lookup and no such number associated with number, document was same as photocopied document, also Note: This is not a timeshare or land sales offer, the list of similarities goes on and on and on….. I am going to call the number and tell them that I am the president of US Airlines and we never entered into any contract with their company (whoever they are) .I’m also asking if they are familiar with the BBB and the Attorney General.I’m sure they are!! I’m retired and need distractions.I’m sorry for the retirees who have lost money. This should keep me busy for a while.

By vicki on Mar 17, 2011

Got mine yesterday. Pathetic.

By Charlie on Mar 17, 2011

Got one today, from a Jocelyn Hall. 1-866-437-7729 Funny the stamp was not postmarked…my gain I suppose. I googled and found this website…THANKS!!

By charles on Mar 17, 2011

rcv’d mine today. signed by Jocelyn Hall, Vice President.

“Please call me today at 1-866-341-6498″

Yeah, go pound sand.

By TheDavester on Mar 18, 2011

Got mine yesterday, signed by Jocelyn Hall (1-866-918-3297). I better pack my bags. I wonder where I should go? Maybe Vegas…I’ll probably spend less money there!

By Adair in Punta Gorda FL on Mar 19, 2011

Wow, does this one smell of a scam. Received one today in Newton, Massachusetts from Jocelyn Hall at 1-866-341-6498. Thank you all for posting to give me context for my suspicion. I hope this will help others. Any idea where they get the contact info? Municipality listings?

By Naomi on Mar 19, 2011

Got my letter today – from Jocelyn Hall, VP 1-866-995-7188.

By Debbie in Southern GA on Mar 19, 2011

US Airlines. Fake promise of airline tickets. – Brunswick, GA

By Brenda Nelson on Mar 19, 2011

I got the same letter. I called using the free phone service in google mail. It provides a generic caller ID. I talked with “Megan”. I just wanted to waste her time on the phone. Once she caught on, she was in a hurry to hang up. I may call back later. It is a slow Saturday.

By Chazlinator on Mar 19, 2011

19 March 2011 received my letter from Jocelyn Hall, Vice President at 1-866-995-7188. Told to call by 23 March.
I called the marketing company that was listed and asked if this letter was from Vacation Station, which has an office in Brunswick Georgia. (A few months ago I had received an IRS looking form that sounded very similar to this letter, even down to no return address. When I saw this letter from US Airlines, which I know is no such company, I got suspicious.) The marketing person explained that he is with a separate marketing company, and Vacation Station is their client who is promoting this letter and air line ticket program. A while back I did some checking of the Vacation Station company, which is a travel company and originally was from Charleston S.C. They want you to pay several thousand dollars to get a travel service that you can get for free off the internet. Do a google search for Vacation Staion in Charleston SC, and you will find a lot of scam reports, and less than desireable reports from the Better Business Bureau in Charleston.

Basically, if you attend one of Vacation Station seminars, where they try to sell you a package, and even if you decline to purchase their program, they will still give you a travel voucher for two people from a marketing company in Tampa. My wife and I attended one of their seminars in Brunswick, but declined to purchase their program. Although I have read comments from others about a very high pressure sales pitch at the Vacation Staion seminars, I must say the fellow who gave us his sales pitch and with whom we talked in Brunswick definitely tried to get us to purchase his package (even reducing the price from $8000 to $2000), I would not say he was particularly a hard pitch sales person. When I told him I was not interested after his presentation, he walked me to the front desk and had the receptionist give us our travel vouchers and we then left. The Tampa outfit seems to be a legitimate marketing company. You will need to pay $100 for taxes etc for the tickets, and must book 6 months out. There were enough travel restrictions and clauses that I figured it was not worth my effort, and although we were given the travel voucher and paper work, we decided to toss it in the trash. Decide for yourself if you think it is worth the effort.
In summary, I recommend you not waste your time calling or responding to the letter since it is basically to get you to a sale pitch for a travel service that you can get for free off the internet.

By Jim in Amelia Island, FL on Mar 19, 2011

I just received this same letter in the mail today. I’m live near Pittsburgh. The person signing was a Jocelyn Hall. I figured it was a scam the minute I saw it. Thanks for posting all of the information.

By K on Mar 19, 2011

I received something that looked like a tax document. You tear it open and it says US Airline Tickets worth up to 1400.00 today. Call us at 1-866-210-9052 to claim yur 2 round trip airline tickets.
URGENT FINAL NOTICE claim number cj-xxxxx

By Beth Sahagian on Mar 20, 2011

Just got one today, signed by Vice President Jocelyn Hall. I called the 1-866-995-7188 all excited. They answered and told them that Joe Biden is the Vice President…

By Ava on Mar 21, 2011

Got the fake US Airlines letter same as everyone else. Mine was signed by Jocelyn Hall. I live in Chicago.

By Robin on Mar 21, 2011

I received the letter today. I thought it looked suspicious. I live in Massachusetts. My letter is dated March 14th and the response must be received by March 23rd. Today’s the 21st. I suspect the writer is not from the US because of the word structure. The phone number listed on my letter is 866-341-6498 and the VP’s name was Jocelyn Hall. claim # for this one was CI-XXXXX.
I am forwarding it the Mass Attny Gen’s office. Might as well file a report here. If everyone does, perhaps all of the Attny Gen’s offices will put the heat on.

By Mrs V on Mar 21, 2011

We received the same letter US airlines 2 tickets retail value $1400. It’s from Jocelyn Hall VP. We are in South GA so they must be targeting this area. Yeah. I knew when I opened it that was just too good to be true. lol

By Donnamania on Mar 21, 2011

I just got a letter. No return, from AZ. Signed by Jocelyn Hall. Funn how most of the last or first names rhyme?

I called and they told me a travel agent in Dublin, OH was giving free flights away and that they wanted me to come in so I could claim it. After asking Problem is I live three hours away! I moved almost three months ago. They sent this to my last address. I told her I could make it and she asked for my new address.. I hung up.

By A moi on Mar 22, 2011

Received one just like the picture after booking a Disney Vacation (probably coincidence). I booked a flight with United and had to double take when I saw US Airlines, and was like… these my plane tickets?

Anyway, I live in the Nashville, TN area. I don’t see a signed name like others have.

By Kyle Greenup on Mar 23, 2011

My husband received one of these letters today…

Signed Jocelyn Hall V.P. and the number to call is 1-866-918-3297.
Nothing else was in the envelope.
Postmarked:
Phoenix AZ 850
21 MAR 11PM 1 L

By Mrs. C on Mar 23, 2011

got the same letter here in Pittsburgh, except by the VP Jocelyn Hall.

By steve on Mar 24, 2011

FREE TICKETS WORTH $1,400!!! Ya right, I’m in West Michigan and got mine today (3-24-11) from Joceyn Hall at 866-437-7729. Code at the page is: CJ-xxxxx. BBB here I come.

By Scott on Mar 24, 2011

I got one! I figured something was up when it said “we have tried to contact you several times without success. this is our last attempt”.

I did not get excited because anything that important would come certified mail or they would have my phone number.

FYI – The president that signed this one was Jocelyn Hall. It has a real signature! How stupid are these people…..I work in marketing the actual president of a company almost never signs anything.

By Jennifer Ziegler on Mar 24, 2011

My husband received the Flight Coupon good for 2 tickets worth up to $1400, postmarked Oklahoma City, OK – permit #324. The phone # for the awards department was 1-866-740-1507. We live about 30 miles west of Nashville. He recognized it as a scam and called just to find out what they might say. They told him to redeem the tickets all he had to do was go to the nearest airport and pay taxes and fees to anywhere we wanted to fly. When pressed for more information, they told him it was a promotion by US Airlines (which he knew didn’t exist) and were trying to get him to commit. He told him his wife wasn’t at home and he would have to find out where she wanted to travel before he could give them anymore information. I then googled us airlines to see what came up….and this site did. GOOD JOB!

By AHughes on Mar 24, 2011

Made it Michigan too. Post marked Phoenix from Jocelyn Hall.

By Dann in Wyoming MI on Mar 24, 2011

I received a letter today, also signed by:

Jocelyn Hall, call 1-866-437-1409

By Nathan on Mar 25, 2011

I received the same letter from “US Airlines” Fly the US Skies. Mine stated to respond by March 30, 2011 and that they had been trying to get ahold of me. Mine is signed by Jocelyn Hall Vice President 866-437-7729.

By Vikki in Grand Rapids, MI on Mar 25, 2011

I just recieved the letter today here in the Orlando Metro Area. It does look offical. Thanks for all this information you are saving me a lot of time and just plain crap.

By Willy G on Mar 25, 2011

I received 1 today, & my instinct said to check further. The letterhead [in black & white?], then there’s no other info about US Airlines on the letterhead, address?, email address?, something. So I searched & found out it’s fake.

By Steve on Mar 25, 2011

Today I received my letter. No boarding passes, just the letter. It was signed by Jocelyn Hall, V.P. with the phone # 866-995-7188. Says I must respond by March 30, 2011. Think I’ll pass !!!!!

By Mr. William M. on Mar 25, 2011

I got this letter in Kalamazoo,MI today. It is signed by a ” Jocelyn Hall. It’s not even a good attempt to look somewhat valid…..no company address and it says J. Hall is the vice-president, but not what she’s the vice-president of!

By Lena on Mar 25, 2011

Received today, Milwaukee WI area. Signed “Awards Department”. 866-219-9052. Thanks for this site to confirm.

By RS on Mar 25, 2011

Got mine today in the mail today. Looks like they are working their way over to Michigan, I am in Grand Rapids. My letter has Jacelyn Hall, 1-866-437-7729. Glad I found this web site so I knew what it was about…

By cindy m on Mar 25, 2011

Just to let every one know, Jocelyn Hall VP found me in Central Florida as well. So they have a pretty extensive mailing list (mine also came from Phoenix)

By Alex J on Mar 25, 2011

Got my letter today too- knew it was fake with handwritten address and the letterhead come on? I emailed your web page and my letter to my local news so others wont waste their time with this! Thanks for the website!

By Lindsey on Mar 25, 2011

Got mine today, hand addressed to my ex-husband, who moved out over 15 years ago. I live in the Chicago suburbs. Don’t have the envelope right now to check postmark, but I will check later and post again if it’s somewhere other than Arizona. Signed by Jocelyn Hall with phone #866-211-7704. Had a code on the bottom CJ-xxxxx

By Dee on Mar 25, 2011

It continues. Hand-written envelope with no return address, first class stamp, postmarked from Phoenix, sent to me in Oak Park, Illinois. Signed by Jocelyn Hall, deadline of March 30, but with a number no one has reported here yet: 866-229-2387.

I tried calling (using *67 to block my landline caller ID), but it was after midnight and eventually went to voicemail. Apparently they’re not a 24-hour scam operation.

By RJB on Mar 26, 2011

My dad received one of these today with it signed by Jocelyn Hall as well. Thanks for the heads up with this post!

These people need a ethics and reality check.

By Lama on Mar 26, 2011

They must we making their way up the East Coast, just got the letter today. I really want to call them and waste their time since I just wasted 10 minutes of my own time researching.

By Winthropite on Mar 26, 2011

WOW! Do I feel lucky! Got my letter today from “US AIRLINES” funny though, I don’t think I’ve ever heard of an airline by that name. But they MUST be legit, because their Vice President, Jocelyn Hall actually took the time out of her busy day to hand address a letter personally to me to let me know that I have qualified for an award of TWO roundtrip airline tickets on her airline! That’s right folks! Not one but TWO airline tickets! How lucky can a gal get! I know she was busy because she forgot to put a return address on the envelope, AND she must have typed the phone number wrong because when I did a reverse number lookup on Yellowpages.com it said the number didn’t exist, and I don’t know how this lady wasn’t on Linkedin since she IS the Vice President of the very famous US Airlines, I mean who doesn’t know about US Airlines? You would either have to be living under a rock or attempting to be scammed if you never heard of this woman and her famous airline! I just feel soooo special to be one of the chosen few to have qualified for this very “special” offer! The rest of you can just eat your hearts out!

By Debbie on Mar 26, 2011

Our letter was hand addressed with a real stamp. It was dated March 21, 2011 and received a couple of days later. The vice president listed was typed Jocelyn Hall, although signed J Hall. The phone number given was 1-866-219-6842.

By Rich & Jane on Mar 27, 2011

I too received one in West Michigan from our hero “Generous” Jocelyn Hall. I have to hurry and call 1-866-437-7729 because my time is running out. I surely don’t want to let those alternates collect on this once in a lifetime scam, oops I mean deal.

By Trevor on Mar 28, 2011

Just received the same letter from Jocelyn Hall. Act now or they two tickets will go to the alternate.

By Kathy Meyer on Mar 28, 2011

Got a letter like the ones above today from Jocelyn Hall VP, phone 866-219-6842 – They must have a slew of VP’s and a big bank of 866 numbers or maybe each VP only lasts a few days. Think I’ll scan the letter and send to the Atty General.

By Theressa on Mar 28, 2011

Got mine today. They’re branching out to the Boston area. Very unprofessional letter, signed by Jocelyn Hall, and I “must” respond by march 30th… Today is March 28th. And it lists a different phone # 866-341-6498. I’m forwarding it to my contacts in the Mass Attorney General’s office.

By Paul in Revere on Mar 28, 2011

Yeah Jocelyn’s a busy girl…I got one of her letters too. And she’s got a lotta phone numbers: 1-866-918-3297 was the number given to respond to.

By Michael on Mar 28, 2011

Got our letter today. Felt suspicious like everyone says, US Airlines? Never heard of it.No return address? Bogus!!! No company address or advertiseing on letter? Think not!
Surprised to see so many VP’s and “different” letters. Will take to post office tomorrow.

By Cindy James on Mar 28, 2011

Got mine today in Nebraska. Jocelyn Hall at 1-866-219-6842. I did win – I got to read all your hilarious comments for FREE! Thanks for being here and saving me from this. I feel sorry for all the people who don’t have access to the internet and can’t easily check on it. If it looks too good to be true . . .

By Mary on Mar 28, 2011

I got my letter – signed by J Hall herself, and the ph # on mine is 866-918-3297. So I called to have a little fun. I asked for the VP, and the young man had to check if she was in or not. Of course she wasn’t – it was because it was too early there. ( A little before 9:00 AZ time.) He wanted to help me himself. I told him I was actually wanting to speak to Ms Hall since she had personally signed my letter, and I was just wanting to have a little fun with her, since this is all just a scam, but if he wants, I can have some fun with him, too. He said no, that he is just trying to work his way through college. I told him him that I’m sorry, but that’s just a terrible way to work his way through college, but about that time he hung up on me. I really don’t know why he would do that! But that’s sad – a young man with no more integrity that that, working a scam like this, he’ll probably end up being a lawyer some day, too.

By Joe in SRQ on Mar 29, 2011

I got the exact same letter today.. I live near Savannah GA, I called the number, ( while using *67) gave them my “control number at the bottom” and verified my address and told them to take me off of the list.. wow this kind of crap is so annoying.. I am wondering who sold them my address?

By Emily Dukes on Mar 29, 2011

Thanks so much for the postings. I had no intention of buying into anything, but you saved me the time of going to the seminar to learn how bogus this really is.

By dawn on Mar 29, 2011

the number they gave me was 866-995-7188. After calling the first time, I had a few other questions, but every time I tried to call again, they just hung up on me as soon as I got to someone to speak to. They must keep your number on file and ignore you after the first call. I live in Georgia. I’m glad I looked into this. It WAS too good to be true, as I suspected.

By Josh on Mar 29, 2011

Got a letter today, Jocelyn Hall and have to respond by march 30th husband called :X They said all we have to do is go to the airport in Grand Rapids, MI and pick up our tickets after we pay for the taxes and get a tour of the airport as well… not sure what is up, but definitely a lot of posts on here saying its a scam so… I guess its better to believe the hundreds of posts on here than the one letter from the mail. However, I searched the US airlines Fly the US skies and found some videos of people saying that it is legit… I don’t know what to believe going to take it to the travel agent down the street tomorrow or to the airport and see what they say, if its legit or they say otherwise I will let everyone know… Not going to be suprised if its a scam tho…

By Luis on Mar 29, 2011

Just got one yesterday from “Jocelyn Hall,” and mailed out of Phoenix, AZ. I’ve gotten similar things in the past. I had no doubt it was a scam, but I wanted to see if there was any legal action that I could participate in to stop these things. The phone number on mine is 1-866-337-7935.

By Rich on Mar 30, 2011

Received the letter today, Vice President’s name is Jocelyn Hall – boy with this many different VP’s their payroll must be enormous! The number provided is 1-866-918-3297.

You would think that with all the people who are currently aware of this scam that someone by now would have put them out of business.

By Lee in Florida on Mar 30, 2011

Received my letter, it was signed by Jocelyn Hall, hand written envelope and a real stamp! Must respond by March 30th, 2011. Tickets are valid anywhere in the Continental U.S. from any international airport. This part is the best, the retail value is up to $1,400.00. Certain restrictions apply. Phone number 1-866-219-6842. What a joke !!!!!!

By Laurie on Mar 31, 2011

I’m in Ohio. And just got one today.
Both the wife and i knew it was bogus just by the hand written envelope.
So i googled the supposed VP “Charlene James US Airlines.”

And found a CRAP load of videos talking about how legit it is. lol!
But…EVERY single persons video was almost identical in what they said…what order they said it in.
OH! …And they ALL went San Diego. lmao
I guess SD must be the hot spot. lol

Theres about 20 some videos or more. It’s hysterical to watch.
Just google what i did…and its the first couple ‘links.
Can u get any more OBVIOUS? lol

By Rick on Mar 31, 2011

Live in Georgia, and got the letter today (3/31). It’s dated March 21; postmarked Phoenix, AZ, on March 28; and says I “must” respond by March 30! (That was yesterday! Not only is their scam poorly done, they can’t even get their “schedule” right!) My letter uses “Jocelyn Hall” and 866-995-7188.

By Sue on Mar 31, 2011

I got mine today in Florida, as well. Funny thing the Vice Presidents name is Charlene James and her number is 866-218-8451. I saw the fake letter head without any addresses and knew it had to be another type of scam out there. Reminds me of the “Nigerian Scam” circling around. By the way, I got that one too! If its too good to be true, it usually is. Im so glad everyone is commenting on the web, really is a nice wake up call.

By Carrie on Mar 31, 2011

Got one today too. Charlene James @ 866-579-6083.

By Dan on Apr 1, 2011

I got one today, april 1st. How appropriate!

Has a signature of Charlene James. No return address. The code at the bottom is probably to track which batch the letters came from, or who gets the commission when they dupe someone.

I’ll be calling from a payphone to mess with them.

Number was 1-866-341-6497

I’m in Columbus, OH

By gregoplex on Apr 1, 2011

I got mine yesterday, dated 3/28/11. I am in Pgh, PA and had Charlene James 866-579-6083. I knew it wasn’t a real airline and as far as I know, no real letterhead doesn’t contain and address and printed on cheap, thin paper. I was thinking of calling just to put up a fight, but I’m afraid that somehow they’ll get more info from the phone # or that it’ll be one of those $200 phone call scams….

By Steph on Apr 2, 2011

I got mine today 4/2/11 from “Charlene” 1-866-218-8451…

By Vanessa on Apr 2, 2011

i too got the letter and called. It sounded like a scam. and then i did a search and found no US airlines with VP charelene….. the letter claimed that they had tried to reach me and I had 3 more days to respond.
i never entered a generic name airline raffle. thanks for this site. It validated my suspicions. Thanks again

By stopcitycapers on Apr 2, 2011

They’re in Illinois now. Jocelyn Hall. 229-2387.

By David on Apr 4, 2011

I just got one too! I’m in pittsburgh. Charlene James vice president 1-866-579-6083

By Matt on Apr 4, 2011

Buyer beware…The letters are hitting Illinois….Mine was signed by Charlene James at 1-866-271-1167…Was told by agent to look up their web site at http://www.TravelsandDeals.com …

By Mary on Apr 4, 2011

Got my offer today – 1st class stamp, handwritten envelope. I am in Chicago. Knew it was too good to be true – Googled it and found this group. Damn, I love the Internet.

By Antony on Apr 4, 2011

Received this letter today; obviously, a fake…They are now hitting Florida.

By Meg on Apr 4, 2011

Look what came in the mail (Michigan). Seems that Charlene and the other VPs are now “the awards department”, no signature, but the same voucher and “Official Documents Enclosed” BS. Funny to here the stories of messing with the phone jockeys.

By Greg on Apr 4, 2011

Found your site with Google. Same story as Antony above. Got letter today – in Chicago. Printed signature by Charlene James. Phone number listed is 866-271-1167. Thank you very much for having this page set up. You’ve prevented many from being defrauded. BTW, the envelope is postmarked from Phoenix, AZ.

By Michael on Apr 4, 2011

Got one today must respond by April 6th from Charlene James. 1-866-216-2461

By Jessie on Apr 4, 2011

Got my letter today. What a joke! My husband and I were entertained enough to Google the company, which lead me to this website. I am surprised how long this has gone on and how many people have gotten the letter. I feel REALLY sorry for people out there without internet who might fall for this.

By Joanna in Massachusetts on Apr 4, 2011

I received a letter today. It didn’t look very professional so I looked it up and bingo…I found this website. This is refrickulous!

By Mr. I Michigan on Apr 5, 2011

They been bugging the hell out of me every week. People call with a real loud background and they was calling from the Philippines. They call and call and call and I hang up. Then I got the infamous letter in the mail with **NO** return address only a post mark of Phoenix AZ and a actual stamp was used. It contained the “U.S Airlines” letterhead with a (866)271-1167 contact number this time..”Retail value of this award is up to $1400.00. Certain restrictions apply.

By bubbles McGee on Apr 5, 2011

Got mine in Worthington(Columbus),OH. The phone number changes and corresonds to what city the mailings to, although the character’s names stay the same. Mine from Charlene James(1.866.341.6497). Scammers preying on the unsuspecting…

By Jamoi on Apr 6, 2011

I just received the same letter from The Charlene James. Did some research, and turns out that this “company” has a different VP depending on what state you live in. Plus what company hand writes your name and address, and they didn’t even get my name right. They even go as far as posting fake testimonials if you google it. How do I know they’re fake? After watching about a half a dozen of them, turns out theses people are all reading from the same exact script with the same white screen in the background. Seems like they all took the same flight to San Diego. The videos are entertaining, but this has scetchy written all over it.

By Mark on Apr 6, 2011

Got mine today. How totally funny. I knew it was a fake because they had my maiden name on an address that I bought after I was married. I have been married for 15 years and lived here for over 13 years.

By Candee in Ohio on Apr 6, 2011

Well it has hit Florida too… people will try anything. my number to call for free tickets is 866-271-1168, just in case any one feels left out. feel free to take my free tickets!!

By Rosemary on Apr 7, 2011

We are in Pittsburgh,PA.Today we received one of these letters from Charlene James, VP at US Airlines (Fly the US Skies). The postmark is from Phoenix, AZ, and just like Matt — who posted a comment above and who is also in Pittsburgh, the phone # is 1-866-579-6083. The interesting thing is that it was addressed to my husband and used his first name. Except for official documents like Social Security, his passport, and his driver’s license, my husband goes by his middle name. He is even listed only by his middle name in the phone book. So maybe this is a clue to where they are obtaining their mailing list. Our last letter from them was in November 2010 and was from Foster-Simmons.

By Nan on Apr 9, 2011

Got it also, in Florida, VP name Charlene James, phone: 1-866-271-1168, need to respond by April 13 latest, haha. Will the next state be Alabama?

By Sab on Apr 9, 2011

I recieved mine yesterday..VP Charlene James number 1-866-220-2310. I figured this was a scam from the second I saw. Thanks for confirming.

By Jack in Orlando FL on Apr 10, 2011

I am in Florida and got one two I knew it bogus b/c of the black and white logo which was US Airlines not US Airways and is not their logo or tagline (I’m a graphic artist so these things stand out to me) also their was no other info after Vice President which almost all business people do regardless of what the logo is. The thing that made me laugh the most was that it was an actual letter. I thought people had given up on mail scams now that their is email. . .

By Amanda on Apr 11, 2011

I live in Niles Illinois and received my letter yesterday. I know you don’t get anything for free so I googled their phone number and found this very helpful blog. Hope this helps someone who may want to call and not become a victim.

By Sandra on Apr 11, 2011

Got mine today in Florida. Do they really think that most Americans are that stupid? I hope we aren’t. Started to send it back to them with a note saying “Get a life!”. May still do it.

By Julie Garritty on Apr 11, 2011

Got mine today, number 1-866-893-4402
They are using linked numbers..you can have as many numbers as you want..tied to one true number. This you only see when your phone dials..

By scotty on Apr 13, 2011

Got one today here in Rhode Island. Looks like yet another VP! Angela King!
When you do a Google search for the phone number (866-218-8449) you find a bunch of “Thank You US Airlines” videos. Mostly posted on foreign video-services. Guess I’ll get my tickets the old fashioned way, by spending way too much on my American Airlines rewards card!

By Lee on Apr 14, 2011

Got one today. No return address,plain white envelope sent from Phoenix, Az. Used a real stamp and hand addressed signed by
Angela King, Vice President. I am located in the Jacksonville, Fl. area. Thanks for your postings.

By Pat Nastri on Apr 15, 2011

We received ours today here in Aurora, CO. It was mailed from Oklahoma City, OK (Permit No. 324). This is the one designed to look like a (poorly-designed) IRS form. Phone 1-866-292-9752.

By Bob on Apr 16, 2011

I got one today that came from phoenix. I’m in Chicago and it was signed by Angela King and the number was 8665813547. I have lived in Chicago my whole life but only three years at my current address. Where do they get this info?

By Sean on Apr 16, 2011

i’m in sylvania / toledo ohio. got mine today – allegedly from Oklahoma City, OK, with a Prepaid Return Permit No. 324 stamped on it. it was unsigned, (just says Sincerely, Awards Department)and was a sealed form that looks like a W-2 report you would receive from an employer in January… tear off the end tabs, detach voucher here… i won’t bother calling them – this crap sure gets old. can’t trust anyone anymore! have a nice day, everyone.

By c. j. hage on Apr 18, 2011

got the letter today, called us airways, they could careless that someone is impersoonating them.

By lr on Apr 18, 2011

yep, found one in the mail today. 1-866-271-1162 Regards Angela King Vice President. No return address…postscript from AZ. what does CN-46495 mean? I wish I had a return address…I’d write SCAM on it & mail it back!

By MIchele Casey on Apr 18, 2011

I got my letter yesterday. I live in Omaha, Ne and have only been at my current address for about 3 years. I am not listed in the phone directory. Mine is signed by the Vice President, Angela King. She said I should call her at 866-254-3021. I think NOT Angela!

By Vicki on Apr 21, 2011

Got one today in Illinois suburbs, VP – Angela King, 866-581-3547 addressed to my husband hand written. Scammers

By L Guldan on Apr 21, 2011

I received this same letter a couple of days ago, handwritten address and a handwritten signature A King of which looks like a young teen-age kid maybe wrote it. The number is 1-866-271-1162. The letter is stamped PHOENIX AZ 13 APR 11 PM and as above, no return address.

Florida

By David on Apr 21, 2011

Got mine letter today signed by Angela king. What a lottery!

By Charles on Apr 21, 2011

Angela King was my VP as well. Never knew one company could have so many VPs.

By Melanie on Apr 22, 2011

I recieved my letter today, it too signed Angela King her self! LOL but another # 1-866-254-3021 odd! LOL! Also NO RETURN ADDRESS and NO POST MARK. Which told me it was a SCAM!!!!!

By P. Castillo on Apr 22, 2011

We received our US Airlines letter today in a hand written envelope and the letter is signed by Angela King Vice President. Telephone no. Is 1-866-251-3594. Needless to say we will not be calling anytime soon.

By Terry O on Apr 22, 2011

Got a letter hand addressed to me at work?

By Christy Virts on Apr 22, 2011

Got it in Pittsburgh, PA today. I did call because even though I knew it was a scam I just had to see what they would say/ask for. The kid who answered sounded like a 16 yr old boy…lol. He asked me for my code! But my paranoia got the best of me and I didn’t provide it…he said he couldn’t help me with out it. By the way, when questioned, he said he was from the “Travel Awards Agency.” hahaha. I give these ppl. an F for creativity!

By T on Apr 22, 2011

I got mine in the Central Fla area today, from Angela King number is 866-271-1171. Mine was not postmarked at all, so at least I got a free stamp :-/ Since no postage, and no return address, I submitted their info as mail fraud in the US Postal Service website https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/contactUs/filecomplaint.aspx
who knows if it will help…

By antoher Fla one on Apr 22, 2011

received same letter today from Angela King also postmarked from Phoenix.

By tina on Apr 23, 2011

I received a letter today signed Angela King, and the phone number was 866-254-0005. Thank you for operating this site! I knew it was a scam, but I am interested to hear how it works.

By Angela Michelle on Apr 25, 2011

Forgot to mention I am in Edmond, OKlahoma

By Angela Michelle on Apr 25, 2011

Got one today – a little different. A birthday greeting and in celebration, I am going to receive two airline tickets with a call in bonus if I call within the next 72 hours – 7-day rent a car – with Alamo or Enterprise. Same US Airlines – same Fly the US skies logo. No VP signed mine – I must not be important enough. There was a return address for 1st Class Travel, 22 Washington Street, suite 1500, Chicago, IL 60602. Googled the address and suite number and found that this is Regus office – kind of a rent an office. Got a couple of other numbers off the site
22 W. Washington Street
Suite 1500
Chicago, Illinois 60602
United States

Main tel: +1 312-854-8000
Main fax: +1 312-854-8001

They keep trying – must be some people falling for this.

By Mark H. on Apr 25, 2011

Got an Angela King signed one as well.
Knew is was bogus at first sight. I was like “who in the hell is US Airlines?” XD lol

By RideZeLitenin on Apr 25, 2011

yup..and now I have one! 2 free tickets including baggage check, if I just call 1-866-219-9849. Its not signed by anyone, just says…”sincerly, Awards Dept.”
“HURRY! FLIGHTS WILL FILL QUICKLY!”
“note:this is not a timeshare or land sales offer”
oh…good. I almost thought it was a scam.
ya…I’m gonna call alright! Time for ME to have some fun…

By redpaul1 on Apr 27, 2011

I got mine today! Signed by Angela King. I was tipped off by the fake “US Airlines” and the handwritten adress. My husband said that it must be one of those machines that makes you think it’s handwritten, but when I got it wet…it was ink!

Interestingly, my letter is dated April 18th, but was not postmarked until April 25th. I must respond by April 27th. Guess I missed the deadline. Maybe they will let me get in on the deal late? Ha ha.

By Dawn on Apr 28, 2011

Well I must have been a lucky alternate as I too just recieved one of these in the post today here in Michigan….Mine was signed by the vice president Marcia O’Neal. Mine just said they have been trying to contact me as I was the lucky winner. Didn’t say how I won and if they had truly been trying to contact me wouldn’t they have left a message LOL….my address and name were also hand written on the envelope.So annoying as I know my poor Grandpa would totally fall for something like this…

By Stephanie on Apr 28, 2011

My husband got the note today from Marcia Oneal. I told him it was a scam. I called them for grins and asked who they were. They said they were a promotions company trying to get their name out in the public. She said all we had to do was sit through a 90 minute presentation adn “if” we qualified we would get out two airline tickets. She then asked for the code at the bottom of the letter.
I told her we really were not interested. Sounds like a new twist on time shares to me….

By LizzyV on Apr 28, 2011

Got mine yesterday. Postmarked Phoenix AZ. From Marcia Oneal, the VP of US Airlines. mine must have been a rush job because they didn’t bother to seal the envelope, and the top of the envelope itself was ripped.
c’mon you gotta to better than that to scam people!

By Lisa B on Apr 29, 2011

Received this letter today, I am in Pittsburgh, PA. Sent from Phoenix, AZ. Said to call Marcia Oneal at 866-893-0703. I knew it was a scam because it was hand addressed, hand signed, no return address, the US Airways logo isn’t even close to being correct, and they used my maiden name (from two years ago).

I had my wallet stolen in Hawaii two years ago as well- so maybe someone continues to sell my information to scam companies

By Anon Y Mous on Apr 29, 2011

Well, it seems that now Marcia Oneal is Vice President…

By Lynn in Pittsburgh PA on May 1, 2011

I just received one. Signed by Angela King. I have to respond by May 6th. Hand addressed. No return address tipped me off…came here and found this. I live in Oklahoma. It just made me so mad. I don’t have time for this nonsense. The phone # I was given was 1-866-254-0005.

By Doleta on May 2, 2011

I’m here to say, Yes, Marcia Oneal must be the new VP of US Airlines, I have the letter to prove it, and if I call by May 4th, I too can be the proud owner of 2 roundtrip airline tickets, Certain restrictions apply. The funny part, there is no airline company called “US Airlines”

By Karl in Florida on May 3, 2011

I received my very unprofessional postage bearing the great news of my good fortune from US Airlines, but I’m sad to say it expires today. So am I too late to be scammed?

By Ruben in OKC on May 6, 2011

Of course my husband recieved a letter today. I google the letter and ironically this was the first post. I also yellowbooked the phone number, 1-866-769-6422, nothing. His letter wasn’t even signed by a VP only by the awards department. To bad there isn’t a return address so we can catch these bastards.

By Jessica on May 9, 2011

Just received. No name of any “executive”. Phone number listed is 866-769-6422.

By Dave on May 9, 2011

May 10,2011

My “to good to be true” letter arrived today with instructions to respond no later than May 11 (but the body of the letter reads, “If we do not hear from you soon, we may need to issue the ticket vouchers to the alternate.”
This leeter was not official looking. The envelope was hand addressed, no return address and stamped with a first class 44 cent stamp. It was mailed from Phoenix.

Letter signed by Marcia Oneal,VP
no apostrophe in Oneil…)

THANKS FOR THE WARNING

By Annette on May 10, 2011

Some of these 866 numbers have to pay the phone carrier up to 50 cents per call,so if you have unlimited minutes call often as you can then hang up.haha

By John Ditzler on May 10, 2011

Just got one of these notices. From Oklahoma City mailing permit #324

By Tom on May 11, 2011

Just got one of these letters in the mail yesterday. Obviously printed from a laser printer including Janelle Kelly’s (VP) signature in blue. What a joke.
The number on mine is 1-866-619-4901.
My address was hand written on the envelope with no return address.
Tossing it in the trash as soon as I click Submit Comment.

By cheril in michigan on May 12, 2011

I received one today in Oklahoma… I thought it sounded fishy. It was signed by Janelle Kelly (VP).

By Monique on May 12, 2011

May 13, 2011 My husband got one about a week ago. He was going to take me to the ‘Seminar’, but I said I’m not going. He was pissed! All he could think about was 2 free airline tickets! I’m glad I found this so now I can show him that, once again, if it sounds too good too be true-it usually is. And another thing-wifee is usually right!!

By Heidi Thornton on May 13, 2011

I just got mine today how stupid do they think we are. What makes me feel bad are those guys that fall for it and this place just will ruin their lives

By nick on May 13, 2011

My husband got one in the mail today.. had to Google because I knew it had to be a scam.. Came right to this sight. Thanks for all the posts.. I knew it was too good to be true.

By Karen on May 14, 2011

Too funny. They insult my intelligence!! It came in my husband’s name. No return address, hand written envelope. This one was signed by Janelle Kelly Vice President. Honestly…..

By sb on May 16, 2011

My husband received his letter today. I’m so glad I was able to find some information on this. I too thought this was too good to be true.

By Susan on May 16, 2011

I got one today in FL! Googled and found this!! My letter says all the same things – have been trying contact us several times without success, etc….

New name and number though – Janelle Kelly is the VP on mine, and the number is 866-769-1972.

Nice to keep up the bogus names!!!

By JS on May 19, 2011

Yep, hubby got one today. This is just too funny. Do they think we are all really that stupid and gullible that we won’t check it out first? I was suspicious when there wasn’t a return address. Obviously one of those too good to be true scams, lol.

By Jennifer on May 20, 2011

Janelle Kelly must be the new vp. Her phone number is now 1-866-769-1972. Like most other comments, this letter has only US Airlines with the small triangles as a logo. We must respond by May 25th or lose to an alternate. We will not be calling. Thanks for your posting where we can keep track of these thugs.

By CF in Sarasota FL on May 20, 2011

Janelle Kelly, 1-866-291-3488. Another new number!

By Mike on May 21, 2011

Got mine today in Bradenton, Florida. WOW those Vice Presidents come and go! Vice President employment turnover must be hell for the US Airlines! It was signed by Janelle Kelly, Vice President. Phone number is (866) 769-1972. Not going to call. But interesting blog to read about everyone’s letters!

By Chris on May 22, 2011

Got the letter today 23rd May 2011. Supposedly mailed on the 16th of May and have till the 25th to call 1-866-928-8039. Retail value of up to $1400. What a scam!

By Rich on May 23, 2011

OOPS! forgot to say they have a new Vice-President….Janelle Kelly (signed in ink!)

By Rich on May 23, 2011

Got the letter too! Doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know this is a big fat scam. I have worked in the airline industry for over 16 years…with a troubled economy, NO airline is just going to give away free tickets!! Nice try with a hand written address and an apparent real signature, miss vice president Janelle Kelly. I’m pretty sure any real vice president is too busy to be trying to scam unsuspecting people.

By L.Huffman on May 23, 2011

I received the letter signed for CANDICE BRAY and phone # 1-866-981-5692 Was stamp in Phoenix, AZ. too good to be true.

By Vito Corleone on May 25, 2011

Mine’s from Candice Bray, Vice President. Same crappy low-res logo, same hand-written env, stamped and handwritten signature. Wrong town, though…

By Meanol'Mark on May 26, 2011

wow….vice president’s must change quickly there, because I got one today and as of 5/26 the new VP is Candice Bray.

By Lisa on May 26, 2011

Received ours yesterday. Sent here to MI from AZ. Phone is 1-866-981-5686 to talk with VP Candice Bray.

By Mark on May 27, 2011

I just got one as well in Clearwater, Florida. Aside from a few differences in phone numbers and codes, the copy I got is virtually identical to the one in this post. Mine “expires” on May 31, 2011, phone number 1-866-942-3765. Surprising that no one has shut them down yet.

By Jim on May 28, 2011

Got the Official Documents letter today in Saline MI. Offer too good to be true + no return address + no such airline = obvious scam. I hope few are taken, but this must be working for them to have lasted so long.

By J. Campbell on May 28, 2011

My husband received his letter today in Joliet, IL 05/31/11. New phone number 1-866-989-2504 and a New Vice President: Candice Bray, handsigned. Crazy.

By C Gunkel on Jun 1, 2011

Well got my letter today and think its important to keep posting to put these people out of buisness. My letter is just from the Awards Department and US Airlines. The number listed is 1-866-254-0736. I hope this scam gets shut down quickly!!!!

By D. Bellerose on Jun 2, 2011

from Oklahoma City permit #324
Notice Urgency: EXTREME
etc. etc. etc.
Sincerely,
Awards Department
1-866-959-0379

Thanks Everyone for verifying that junk mail is
junk.

By Wayne P. T. on Jun 2, 2011

I got one this week in Carol Stream, IL.
Of course it sounded too good to be true and I’ve never heard of US Airlines. Suspecting a scam I searched online and ended up here. Thanks everyone for your posts!

I started reading the posts above and they were all from the Columbus, OH area. Then I skipped to the bottom (most recent posts) and see that most are now from the Chicago area. So these scammers are obviously moving methodically across the country.

By BL on Jun 5, 2011

AHA! Yes, Chicago is the new target. I just got my ‘invite’ today on the North Side. Thanks for seconding the opinion that it wasn’t worth the stamp that brought it!

By JonO on Jun 6, 2011

They’re back in Pittsburgh! Got one yesterday. Unbelievably amatuerish letter.
Think I’ll have some fun with em. My personal favorite for this type and the telemarketers who call me despite being on the do not call registry is to sound interested, speak very softly so they really press into the reciever to hear you and then hit them with an air horn. LOL

By BT on Jun 8, 2011

Got a letter today. Mine is from Oklahoma City OK. Phone number: 1-866-973-9810. Same story as all of the above. Glad I found this site. I will not waste my time attending any presentations!

By June on Jun 10, 2011

Yeppers, I guess Candace couldn’t get the job done either. Mine is signed by Phyllis Neal with a phone number of 866-988-9941 and the letter originated from Phoenix, AZ.

By J Wakefield on Jun 11, 2011

Orlando must be the newest or one of the newest targets. Multiple red flags went up: Handwritten name, no return address on the envelope, a real postage stamp, no address on the letter, the letter did not have a proper letterhead, etc. In addition, the new Vice President on my letter is Phyllis Neal. No Vice President of a major corporation asks you to call them directly, instead asks you to call the company.

By DN orlando FL on Jun 13, 2011

Got one today in Central Florida.

Looks like the new VP is Phyllis Neal.

The phone # listed is 1-866-981-5819.

Thanks for the post.

By John W. on Jun 13, 2011

Looks like I am the newest member of the club. Got my letter (no docs) dated June 9, with a newbie vp – Phyllis Neal. 866-981-5819. Here’s something that might make it easier to find what mailing list, etc. they have. On my address (handwritten, real stamp, Phoenix post office mark) they had included Apt. 25. I don’t have an apt. number. I’ll be on the lookout to see what else comes with an apt. number. I know I’ve had stuff come with one before.

By Barb W on Jun 13, 2011

Forgot to mention I am in Orlando.

By Barb W on Jun 13, 2011

I’m in Wisconsin. Got one today in a Happy Birthday envelope, no return address. You open it and there’s US Airlines at the top with the info of winning 2 tickets. It’s not signed by anyone, phone number is 866-396-3279. Also included a fake boarding pass. Funny thing is my birthday isn’t for another 2 months!

By Katie on Jun 15, 2011

In Michigan. Got same exact letter today but it says Travel & Deals at the top and Preferred Airfare Provider Southwest Airlines at the bottom with a code. This one is singed by Jamie Line “Vice President” Funny, same blue ink and appears it could be the same handwritting. phone number to call is 866-984-8875. These people never stop trying do they?

By Jeanne on Jun 16, 2011

Received an identical letter from V.P. Phyllis Neal/US Airlines ??? /2 RT $1400 airline tickets. I’m from Chicago. It seems this is going all over the country. There are several sites listing it as a scam.

By Tina on Jun 17, 2011

I received one today in the mail, and I’m in Atlanta. The phone # on mine is 1-866-252-1390. It also looks like a form from the IRS. It boggles the mind that they spend so much time and energy to produce these fake documents. I hate that there are so many gullible people out there to make this a profitable venture for the scam artists!

By jeina on Jun 22, 2011

I got an award notification advising me this is my last chance, “they” have been trying to notify me of this several times and unless I call by 6/28/2011 it will be transferred to an alternate. No signature just Awards Department and telephone number 1-866-982-7004.
Never get something for nothing so I always check the web. Thank goodness I do. I’m in Florida. Thanks for the heads up

By Betty on Jun 23, 2011

Received the same letter today in Indiana and “googled” it. Good thing I found this blog.

By Fayth on Jun 23, 2011

Got mine today 6/24. Respond by 6/29. Very official looking letter from “US Airlines”. Signed by VP Melanie Car. Phone 866-977-4766. My husband is going to have some fun tomorrow.

By Candie on Jun 24, 2011

I also received an “offer” in early June. I called our local Post Master who verified this is mail fraud and advised that i file an official complaint with the USPS at: https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/forms/MailFraudComplaint.aspx. I did so today. The more who report this, the more likely US Airlines aka Southwest Airlines aka Destinations Ultimate aka Sea Land Travel aka Southwest Travel aka Whatever Bogus Travel Name They Can Come Up With will be stopped.

By Leslie on Jun 27, 2011

I got the letter today in IL. Lucky me, the wife will love the free roundtrip flights. Melanie Car the new VP also has a new phone number everyone 1 866 966 6223. Her sig needs to be analyzied by Dr Frazier Crane it is that good/bad. Anyone seen the BBC America comedy “Come Fly With Me”. I’d rather fly FlyLo Air than US Airlines.

By Ian S on Jul 1, 2011

My husband received an “offer” today signed by Melanie Car Vice President. I decided to check it out before calling, which brought me to this site. Thank you for the information!

By Erin on Jul 1, 2011

Got one today Tampa, Florida.

By David B. on Jul 6, 2011

I live in Orlando and got my letter today. I’m disappointed because no one signed it. No Barbara, Nancy, or Michele, I feel somehow cheated. My boarding pass shows me to be checking in at 7:40 and departing at 8:10. Where am I going? Also I am boarding in Group 6. Group 6?. That’s terrible, all the overheads will be filled. People are funny.

By Dave on Jul 6, 2011

Received an offer as well, sent to an address I haven’t lived at in over 10 years (family member). Handwritten address, my name was spelled incorrectly, so had scam written all over it before I even opened the envelope (no return address but postmark was from Phoenix, AZ). As mentioned in earlier post, I will file complaint with BBB…

By Maureen on Jul 7, 2011

I also received a letter today. Postmarked from Phoenix, hand written address, and regular stamp. The vice president name used was Jessica Clay. Has anyone heard about authorities looking into this manner, I am curious to know. Also curious what type of list we are on.

By Brian on Jul 11, 2011

Got mine this past weekend.

New VP : Katherine Cota

Travel Deals at the top

Same msg inbetween – ph 18669661818

Preferred Airfare Provider
Southwest Airlines on the bottom.

By Marc Karasek on Jul 12, 2011

I got my letter July 18, 2011 from “American Airways” (another new name) it was signed by Christina Jud, Vice President. I sent an email to the BBB in Phoenix and received a response that they had not received any complaints about them, but will keep the info on file for possible further activity and/or inquiries. What really concerned me is the date on the letter is the same date we reserved a rental car at PHX…how are they getting our names/addresses??

By Dale on Jul 25, 2011

I got a letter today, the return address area says “Travel Check Enclosed” Final notice and what not. On the inside is a “check” for $1400 redeemable for a certificate for 2 airline tickets. It says US Airlines Fly the US Skies. It is dated July 15th. Phone number to contact them is 866-216-6039

By Derek on Jul 26, 2011

How fake can something be? We just received this fake letter too, only ours was an actual check. Yes, a real check, but it was made out to my husband “on behalf of US Airlines”. It was for $1400.00! I really hope there aren’t desperate people out there that would actually cash this check! It went right into the shredder! Beware out there…don’t trust a no name airline!!!!!

By Marianne on Jul 27, 2011

I got my letter today from us Airlines, I must respond no later than August 3rd, 2011, they have made several attempts to contact me (how), it they don’t hear from me soon they may NEED to issue the ticket vouchers to the alternate, who seems to be everyone else who received this letter, signed by Shauna West, Vice President 866 214 9693 di-xxxxx, I called the number it is a fax number, I am in Atlanta, Ga

By debbie on Jul 27, 2011

We got our award notification letter today July 27th, 2011 from
“US Airlines”…..Fly the US Skies. phone number 866-216-4199
We feel slighted, our official looking check was signed by a non influential untitled person…..M. Page. Ours looks like a check, with all the account numbers across the bottom, and the back has a place to endorse. The company is “Travel Union,” Phoenix, Az 85006. We filled out a fraud complaint with the USPS. Thanks for all the info listed here, saved us a lot of time and energy. We are in the Orlando, Fl area.

Jerry on July 27, 2011

By Jerry on Jul 27, 2011

My letter arrived in Pittsburgh today…Debbie in Atlanta, maybe I’m your alternate :0) Shauna West, is also the vice president on my letter as well. I’m glad I got this scam letter, because I’m a high school teacher and will absolutely use this in my curriculum regarding truth in advertising and scams. Wow. The number on my letter, by the way, is 1-866-211-8557.

By Scott on Jul 28, 2011

I received mine today in GA and knew it was not legit.

2 TICKETS = 1,400

Phone Number is 866 214 9693

Vice President = Shauna West

WHAT IDIOTS

By what gives on Jul 28, 2011

Received mine today from Phoenix AZ 850. Address handwritten and used a real stamp. No return address. Letter signed in real ink too from a “Shauna West” who said she was the Vice President. Letter from a company called US Airlines. Letterhead was in black and white and very cheesy and amateur. No logo was printed under the US Airlines part. Phone number was 1-866-214-4051. Didn’t even bother to call…knew it was a scam. My 15 year old wanted me to call and used this as a learning lesson for her that nothing in life is free and if it sounds too good to be true, it is. Showed her that you can punch this stuff up on the internet and see that it is a scam. Thanks for having this post available for her teaching lesson.

By Angelique on Jul 29, 2011

Got mine today–VP is Shauna West phone is 866-211=9693–Just wondering–is anyone else on this mailing a member of Disney Vacation Club? Thinking that is where they got the mailing list

By Ken on Jul 29, 2011

My husband received his letter today from this US Airlines. As mostly everyone pointed out it was very amateurish, handwritten envelope and unprofessional letterhead ect. The VP is Shauna West and telephone number is 866-214-4051. I am thankful I found this info about these scanners. Keep up the good work!

By Jacqueline Degreaffenried on Jul 30, 2011

Got mine. Phone number listed: 866-216-5145. They indicate that I have to respond by August 3rd even though the check says I have until 8-30-11. I suspect I have to redeem because they are changing the phone number frequently. Address given was Travel Union, Phoenix, AZ 85006 12-862211/4114. Check number DG-xxxx7. Signed Jane Austin. I have to call the number to validate the check and in small print “not timeshare or land sales offer”

By Tara Homner on Jul 31, 2011

I recieved my letter today. I live in Covington, GA, just outside Atlanta. My letter had Shauna West as a VP. The phone # to call was 1-866-211-9693. My name and address was hand written and it had a postage stamp on it post marker in Arizona.

By Robert Aiken on Aug 1, 2011

I got one 2day. These folks R real busy. # 866-214-4114.

By Jeff Mikres on Aug 2, 2011

I received this letter today.. signed by Hillary Baio… impressive letter and offer.. but didn’t call…

By sjutvpm on Aug 3, 2011

We received one of these letters the other day. Same copy, (just the letter, no enclosures) requesting a return call to 866-211-6874 by 8/3/11 and signed Shauna West, Vice President. Put it through our shredder.

By William Pestka on Aug 3, 2011

Received mine today in Marietta, GA. Handwritten envelope from Phoenix with a stamp. I guess I should be honored that I apparently got a new number, 1-866-209-5771, and new VP, Hillary Baio. Seems like these guys may be keeping the USPS in business!

By Brad on Aug 4, 2011

Got mine today. Was made to look like an IRS mailing with the same font that the IRS uses for the tax year (2011). “Official Documents Enclosed” not.
FINAL NOTICE. actually, it was the first.
U.S. Airlines. no such airline. # was 866-207-3247

By Adam on Aug 5, 2011

Got one today. Canton, GA. 1-866-211-9693. Shauna West VP. Must respond by August 3rd. Received 8-5. Thanks for this site!

By Rudy on Aug 5, 2011

I got mine yesterday,can’t the FBI go after these people.

By Rolando on Aug 6, 2011

I got the letter today. Knew it was a scam as it didnt even pass the visual test for authenticity. These guys are wasting our valuable time and depriving the nation it’s productivity. These thoughts will last in your mind for at least an hour were you will have reduced productivity. given the state of economy, we might well start a class action lawsuit against these guys. Since anyone who get absorbed into this scam will have some financial impacts and hence their ability to pay government taxes, there should also be a investigation against these people. Did any one complain to the police? I am going to complain about this..let’s see where it ends up.

By sam on Aug 6, 2011

Received my US Airlines letter today. No return address. My address handwritten in Gel Pen (nice touch) and my letter was signed Hillary Baio, Vice President. If you don’t even put an address on your “letterhead” how do people fall for this scam? Anyways, they used my maiden name from 3 years ago (great mailing list guys)

By What a Joke on Aug 6, 2011

I got my letter today – it went to an old address from 3 years ago also – signed by Shauna West, Vice-President. Looked fishy, so I googled the phone number and it got me here. No website or address on the letter. I automatically assumed it was US Air (US Airways) – didn’t really catch the difference in name. Sneaky.

By Rick on Aug 8, 2011

Got the same one in Georgia, 1-866-209-5771 signed by Hillary Baio

By Ac on Aug 11, 2011

Got mine today… damn it! I missed the deadline (’cause I had to respond by aug 10th… lol

By Marc on Aug 11, 2011

Got the letter today in Arizona! Same thing with bording pass. Looked up the 866 296 9748 number and found nothing.

It comes in what looks like US govt mailer with tiny note “not govt doc.”

Personal and Confidential
Final Notice!!

By Linda on Aug 12, 2011

LOL. Also received mine today in Georgia.

Letter Dated August 1, 2011

Letter Post Dated August 08, 2011

Had to reply by August 10, 2011

Letter Delivered August 12, 2011

Signed by Vice President Hillary Bajo

Phone 1-866-209-5771

All other information is the same as mentioned in above posts.

By James on Aug 12, 2011

Just got my letter today….signed by Hillary Baio also. I am in Kennesaw, Ga. Knew that US Airlines does not exist but there is a US Airways so I had to check it out. When anything is too good to be true…it IS too good to be true. It was a poorly constructed letter, the heading looked too plain to be from a VP, a US Airlines logo that looked like one arrow on top of another or something to that effect. the code at the bottom read: DL-xxxx, for what it’s worth.

By Sue R on Aug 12, 2011

My husband got a letter yesterday. We live in WI so now you can add us to that scam. He plans on calling and giving them some crap for fun.

By christa on Aug 13, 2011

Got mine today from Hillary Baio. I wonder how many people really fall for this crap? I’m in the Milwaukee area.

By Mike on Aug 13, 2011

Hillary Baio must be a busy person. I got mine here in WI today. Dated Aug. 8th. Respond by Aug. 17th. 1-866-295-5155 phone number. I wonder what would happen if you asked for the $1400 instead of the tickets?
Looks like it to the shredder for this letter.

By Michael on Aug 15, 2011

Got a letter today in Michigan….nice try!

By Kevin on Aug 15, 2011

I also recieved mine here in michigan. 8-13-11. Ford motor company doesn’t sent you letters to say hey come pick up your free car lol. I knew it was fake and too good to be true glad I checked on line for more info.

By Terrence on Aug 18, 2011

Hi Everyone,

This company must be seized ASAP by the government. They have our addresses, phone numbers and more are probably selling them now!

Why doesn’t the government nail these crooks?

This is a major scam and must stop!

Thanks for the postings. Bill

By Bill K on Aug 18, 2011

Got one today in Scottsdale, AZ. It came disguised as a government document. I knew it was bogus and found it on your website. Keep up the good work.

By John on Aug 19, 2011

jGot my “check” in the mailbox just now, perforated edges to rip apart and postage paid by permit Phoenix AZ. “US Airlnes, Fly the US Skies” Phone 866-296-6227. signed by jane austin to be redeemed by aug 23rd.

Funny thing is this “check” is not a check. A bank routing number (at the bottom of the check between the xxxxxxxx:) is always 9 numbers, this one is 12.

garbage.

By chicago on Aug 20, 2011

Got one today. Only now they look like the 1099 envelopes mailed each year. I suppose its to entice you to open it. Mine is from Oklahoma.

By Annabella on Aug 20, 2011

Got one today. Its signed by Jessica Nish. Tele# 1-866-292-1097. Kinda mad I could have used 2 free tickets. LOL what a scam. Glad this was posted thx.

By Rachel on Aug 22, 2011

Apparently, my father has a travel check of $1,400 to redeem, and also a final notice; so we better hurry. Number: 866.211.6870. Signed Jane Austin. Really?!!!

By Emory K on Aug 23, 2011

I am from WI. My husband got one yesterday…FINAL NOTICE. Which is funny since there was never a 1st notice. It is the kind with the perfered sides that need to be torn off. I love that on the part that looks like a check is says “This document has a blue background”…like someone might try to copy it…seriously!!?? Was US Airlines and for $1400.

By Vanessa on Aug 24, 2011

my wife got one of these yesterday….so fake lol C. Ray is the signature on the check. Wish we could cash it and keep the money but I know we cant lol Said Final Notice and gives the US Airlines with Travel Union based in Phoenix, AZ. Check No. DL-88274. Phone Number of 866-296-2529.

By Christopher on Aug 25, 2011

I got mine today in Riverview, Florida. Do these oeople think we are as ignorant as they are??

By Miguel on Aug 25, 2011

We recieved one today from Jessica Nish (VP) at 866-281-0797.

By James on Aug 26, 2011

Got one signed by Jessica Nish. Thought the hand written address and signature was a nice, classy touch to an otherwise extremely lame attempt.

By Jei on Aug 26, 2011

Marietta, Ga. Got mine today from US Airlines, mailed from Phoenix Arizona. Hand written envelope, Letter looks like a copy except for signature.
800 # was 866.283.1937 and signed by Jessica Nish.

By Rick on Aug 27, 2011

Well thanks a bunch you guys. Ms Nish is now spamming me!

Tell you what: I’ll call her and end this. You’re welcome.

By The Alternate (who'll soon be flying high) on Aug 29, 2011

Tampa, Florida

Received one today, from Oklahoma City, OK it’s an URGENT mail and of course FINAL NOTICE!!! It does not say from who exactly but to contact awards department
@ 1-866-284-7721 by the deadline date September 12, 2011

By Pooh on Sep 6, 2011

Got it today, Oklahoma City, Ok Final Notice..exactly like Tampa except I have until Sept 14th to redeem. 1-866-240-7643
I hope they are having to pay for the 1 800 numbers.

By St Pete Fla on Sep 10, 2011

Got one (Colorado). So I decided to have my fun with them. THe number this time 866-230-5621. I used google phone, no chance of them locating me. I acted like I was really interested in kept asking the agent lots of interesting questions about the program and acted like I was hard of hearing (which to be honest is not far off the truth according to my wife, kids and closests friends). I kept telling them I was really interest and could they talk SLOWLY and CLEARLY and LOADLY so I could write some of it down. Finally after about 20 minutes of this I change my entire demeanor on the phone and acted like a cop/investigator trying to protect the innocents. I scared the living daylights out of the agent and perhaps gave them a second thought about the job… I had my 20 minutes of fun. And yes I SHREDDED the darn worthless piece of paper!!!!!

By rocky on Sep 15, 2011

I recieved my letter today. Even my young daughter knew it was fake by the letterhead really do people fall for this.

By Lucy on Sep 16, 2011

Mine came as a “Happy Birthday” card.

By Sarah on Sep 17, 2011

I got a letter today. It was signed by Marsha Kid.

By Shannon on Sep 18, 2011

There’s a mew approach. I received an award notification but it was a check made payable to US Airlines on behalf of ME for $1,400 authorized signature by D.Wade. The check would be void after 30 days. I should call 866-238-8146 and this is my final notice. I did call and was told I would need to attend a meet and greet of 90 minutes, bring two forms of Id, a Credit Card and Photo ID. At the end of the seminar I would received two complimentary tickets to be used to travel anywhere in the US except Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico.

By jan on Sep 19, 2011

I got the same letter as listed above, signed by D Wade w/ the same phone #. The check looked very official (blue background) with the side tear off strips. So glad I looked on here. I knew it was fake, but someone must be falling for this stuff or they wouldn’t keep sending it out! It must cost a small fortune to send these things out to so many.

By Donna on Sep 19, 2011

we got one yesterday, we live in Florida, so funny my husband kind of belive at first, but thank you guys, I did research, and I got some idea about SPAM…. Yes NOTHING IS FREE!!!!

By Irina C. on Sep 20, 2011

Recieved flight coupon from scam stating an AWARD NOTIFICATION official documents. Final notice call back prior to Sept 21, 2011. Letter came with flight coupon/boarding pass. Ph# 1-866-240-5585. Thank all for the heads up !!

By Fred on Sep 20, 2011

Got my letter on 23rd September, in Sarasota, Florida. I decided that I would have some fun, Everything went smootly until I informed the person at the other end of the phone that the whole conversation was being recorded. It suddenly went dead. I wonder why?

By Geoffrey Pool on Sep 25, 2011

I live in Naples, FL, got mine today. What a world in which we are living?

By Michelle Witt on Sep 26, 2011

Rec’d letter today in Boulder, CO. I have until Oct 5 to redeem these two US Airlines tickets. I rec’d a boarding pass. Thanks for confirming this is a scam and it will go in the trash.
I had just bought an airline ticket on-line a month ago…perhaps that is where they got my info.

By emelia on Sep 27, 2011

I got my letter today. Actually this was a follow up, they say I may soon lose out if I don’t act soon!
Mine was hand-addressed and postmarked Phoenix (i live in phoenix). The name on mine was “Linda Ford”, Vice president.

By Ed Beighe on Sep 29, 2011

Got our letter today. We are in Phoenix AZ and the postmark is from Phoenix AZ. The telephone number is 866-227-2654. The letter is signed by Linda Ford Vice President.

By fflankin on Sep 29, 2011

I received the “You have been selected to receive 2 Round Trip Airfares to anywhere US Air flies” in the mail today.
It also included; Call within 48 hours to receive a bonus 3 day 2 night hotel stay.

This one came in the form of a post card.
If it sounds to good to be true; do an internet search. What would ever qualify me for this? Be smart people.

By Randy on Oct 1, 2011

Got my letter yesterday signed by Linda Ford Vice President……Yeah, right.
I have caller ID…… my first tip, this number has NEVER been recorded.

By Beau Hartranft on Oct 6, 2011

We received one signed by Linda Ford Vice President, we are in the Metro Detroit Area.

By Char Saiti on Oct 8, 2011

Same letter from Linda Ford – VP. Phone number listed 866-268-5674, no address or website listed. Award # EA-xxxx4. Thanks for all the replies on this website.

By Al McG on Oct 9, 2011

We received the one that looks like a w-4 form today in North Carolina..from the ‘awards dept’, 2 free tickets, no date stamp (must be local)
the phone is 1-866-45-5573

By G. mac on Oct 12, 2011

Got one today, ‘Jade Beal’ VP phone is 1-866-259-2672… don’t touch it…great blog on this stuff

By Chris H on Oct 14, 2011

Just got one, chicagoland, illinois,

Jade Beal.

phone number is 866-263-2070

“Universal Travel…”… I told the lady on the phone to stop trolling around my mailbox sending me this crap.

Great website, gotta run these useless people out of employment — I love it that people resort to this — “I can’t find work, I have no real skills or talents, I’ll just work for a company that scams others.. that’s how I’ll sleep at night.”

Lovely.

By RK on Oct 17, 2011

Jade Beal, who is the Vice President of US Airlines, sent me a letter today informing me that I qualified for an award of 2 roundtrip airline tickets! The retail value is up to $1400!! I must respond within the next 2 days or else they may need to issue the ticket vouchers to the alternate. Jade’s # is 1-866-263-1640.

I’m in the Chicago burbs.

By miscrap on Oct 17, 2011

Just got my letter today for 2 roundtrip airline tickets to anywhere USA…signed by Jade Beal. I am in Darien, IL. Knew that US Airlines does not exist but there is a US Airways so I had to check it out. When anything is too good to be true…it IS too good to be true. It was a poorly constructed letter, the heading looked too plain to be from a VP, a US Airlines logo that looked like one arrow on top of another or something to that effect. The phone number to call is 1-866-263-1640. There was no return address on a rather plain envelope. My name and address was hand-written, and the letter was postmarked from Phoenix, AZ. The code at the bottom read: ED-4xxxx, for what it’s worth. What Turkeys!!!!

By W. P. on Oct 18, 2011

I got one today. At first glance I thought it was something from the IRS, which is a different scam, but anyway…the number on mine was 1-866-258-3907, they also said they tried to contact me several times and this is my last chance, oh man! what should I do? lol

By Ben L on Oct 18, 2011

I just received the postcard, not letter, today. It is from US Air which doesn’t exist, tells you to call 855-414-5053 within 48 hours and as a bonus you’ll received a 3 day 2 night hotel stay. I thought they shut these scammers down a few years ago, but they’re still going strong.

Be smart and throw it away!

By Didn't Fall for It on Oct 19, 2011

Postcard for me also. Same #, I wonder should we forward these to congress so that they can start scamming us to. Never mind they already are.

By PGSmithJr on Oct 20, 2011

I got mine today, in Fla. Vice Pres. was Jade Beal

By rob b on Oct 24, 2011

Also the number was….1-866-247-3802

By rob b on Oct 24, 2011

We live in Rockford, Il. Our Award Notic
fication is a Travel Check for US Airlines for $1400. Same old scenario call 1-866-258-8103. What a scam. do not respond!

By Lu on Oct 24, 2011

Received mine today, Kentwood MI..from US Airlines; looks like a check for $1,400 call 866-258-6272

Why do the authorities NOT try to find out who is obtaining these 800#s. Get a search warrant and find out who owns these #s…

By Janet Howard on Oct 25, 2011

I received one today… just like most of these described above. Very basic looking letter that says “US Airlines” along the top. Signed by a Jade Beal with number 866-314-4875. I live in Aurora, CO

By Stephanie on Oct 27, 2011

Also received the letter today from the lovely non existing US Airlines.
From Nicole Clay 866 314 2734.
I called to advise “James” at the number that their lovel;y scam has already been brought to light on the internet so they really should give up. He was not happy but I was.

By p hettinger on Oct 28, 2011

I got mine today, in Denver(10-27-2011). Vice Pres. was Jade Beal Phone# 1-866-314-4875 The envelope was addressed by hand and a regular postage stamp was attached.
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The letter was dated October 18th,2011 and stated I needed to respond by October 26th,2011

I will report this scam to the consumer protection agency in my state.

fardallas

By Faith Dallas on Oct 28, 2011

I got mine yesterday, in Waukesha, WI (10-28-2011)
Postmarked from Phoenix, handwritten envelope.
Typed letter inside with handwritten signature.

Must respond by November 2nd. 2011. Nicole Clay
Vice President. Award for 2 round trip tickets anywhere in the US. $1400.00 retail value. Call 1-866-311-9878 for details.

By Bill S on Oct 29, 2011

Got my second one today within a two week period (FL) so looks like they have been attempting to get a hold of me. I hope kids that are just starting to get credit/debit cards dont fall for these type of crooks!

By Brad on Oct 31, 2011

Just got mine in the mail. What took them so long? i feel left out of the party.

By leah osalvo on Nov 1, 2011

I received one of these letters and it is now in a pile by my desk waiting to be enjoyed by a hungry shredder…lol The contact number on my letter was 1-866-306-2112 and was signed by a Nicole Clay. All other information on this letter from the envelope to the content of the letter it self was as detailed on this site. Again thank you Brian Morris Tech. and the other numerous posters for sharing your info. Hopefully my addition will help someone the same way.

By Ray on Nov 4, 2011

Got mine today. No return address and oddly enough, no postmark. Cheesy letterhead. Signed by “Nicole Clay”1-866-306-2145.No check or travel voucher. Reported to US Postal Mail Fraud division and Phoenix police department. Anybody else? It steams me that this has been going on as long as it has.

By Sally on Nov 4, 2011

Wow, this is awesome. Great string here. The letter I received was so unprofessional, addressing me by my first name. It was easy to see through it. Interesting I am not the only one who received the letter from Nicole Clay @ 1-866-306-2271.

Is US airlines interested in these imposters, inferring they are the Vice president of US Airlines

By Roni on Nov 4, 2011

Just got a letter in Indianapolis from these folks on 03 Nov 2011. Apparently they’ve stopped signing it by hand. It came without an envelope in one of those “tear off the perforated sides” to open things. Definitely formatted to look “official”, with words like “Notice Urgency: Extreme” and “Final Notice”. Their number to call is 1-866-246-9137, but I’m not going to call. I don’t want them linking my name and address (which they already have, apparently) to my phone number.

Thanks very much for this post. Nice to have a place to check my “Is this a scam?” itch.

By Conrad on Nov 5, 2011

Received mine today. Nicole Clay V.P. 1-866-306-2271 IDIOTS!!

By Linda on Nov 6, 2011

my husband Just got his letter today for 2 roundtrip airline tickets to anywhere in the continental U.S…signed by Nicole Clay. I am in Marco Island, Fl. I think When anything is too good to be true…it IS too good to be true. The phone number to call is 1-866-306-3686. There was no return address on a rather plain envelope. My husband name and address was hand-written.

By cata on Nov 7, 2011

I received a “boarding pass” with a time (7:40 a.m.) to be at the gate–with no destination, and a phone number to call (866-305-94300) to “claim my two round trip airline tickets worth up to $1,400 today!”

I called the number–English accented lady said the office was “not open at this time but to leave a message.” I left a long, rambling message about being at the airport and couldn’t get on the US Airlines plane because my boarding pass wasn’t valid and pleaded with them for help…and kept talking for about five minutes until the phone hung up. Called several times more, just left the phone on and played music. Each time you call, they get billed for their toll number. Do it enough, cost them dough. What a fraud–how can people be roped in by such criminals?

By richard on Nov 10, 2011

Received my letter today
Valerie Fay Vice President
1-866-300-5636
EM-6xxxx

By Joe on Nov 12, 2011

These people are always praying on anyone they think will fall for their scam

By Joe on Nov 12, 2011

Well I also along with all the people above received a letter from US Airlines, The first thing you notice is the cheap letterhead, which should tip you off right away, Most letterhead letters has a address and phone number, ( Just look at any of your utility bills)second, the cheap penmenship, and yes I also got a fake signature from Vice President
Valerie Fay,and the phone number, well heres the clincher, I investigated the number threw yahoo and Intelius.com, Oh yeah its a toll free number, but there data base has no further information on it. So I typed in US Airlines which is where I found all theselucky people who received the same letter. Also just a Note to all, Look to see where your letter was mailed from. Mine came from Phoenix Az 650 and was mailed on Nov 10 2011 at 11 PM

By Mark on Nov 12, 2011

I’m the lucky qualifier for an award of 2 round-trip airline tickets!!!!!!!

Please call 1-866-302-0099

Regards,

VALERIE FAY

Vice President

Think I’ll call and Rick-roll them!!!

By Dave on Nov 13, 2011

Yeah, I got one this week. The new VP is Valerie Fay.

I get this kind of nonsense all the time but decided to look this one up and was surprised at all the information about it. Thanks!

By Lane on Nov 13, 2011

i got mine today and im just wondering how do they get all this info and our adresses and all the diffrent phone number and i have an unlisted number. you would think they would be smart enough to create a website or at least make it somewhat believe able. who knows stupid people these days!
the number was: 1-866-300-0793
and the vp was: Valerie Fay

By alexandra on Nov 14, 2011

I received one today, too. Post-marked from Pheonix, AZ and signed V. Fay The new phone number is 866-351-2044.

By Karin on Nov 18, 2011

We got ours yesterday from Valerie Fay. Ph# 1-866-351-3463. It was sent from Phoenix November 15, 2011. I suspected the airlines didn’t exist. Thanks for providing confirmation to all about the scam!!

By Joyce on Nov 19, 2011

We got the letter today from Valerie Fay @ 1-866-352-7154. My hubsand said look this scam up so I googled it an got here.

By Carlo on Nov 20, 2011

Got the letter…so has anybody gone to the meeting? Kind of hard to call it a scam when none of you went haha I will go on friday and report my findings.

By MARK on Nov 21, 2011

In the mail box My AWARD NOTIFICATION was to have been claimed two weeks ago! I sure hope they send me one that is not expired next time. My Awards Department phone number is 1-866-307-4528 and it was mailed out of Oaklahoma and I live CA. I love all of the BS they include:
This is not a government document – REALLY!
Note: This is not a timeshare or land sales offer. – I just wanted a flight not to be relocated! DUH – HA HA HA…

By Bart on Nov 21, 2011

I received the letter today from Valerie Fay @ 1-866-342-8614. We are in Flordia. It was sent from Phoenix, AZ on November 18, 2011. Thank you everyone for your posts of this scam.

By Martin on Nov 22, 2011

Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. From what I was able to read in all the comments here was that we are the lucky ones, and I do mean that. So many people find out about being scammed way to late after the fact, and the financial devistation it causes to some is overwhelming.

I too received a letter from US Airlines dated Nov. 14th 2011 with an expiration date of 11/25/11. My letter is from Phoenix, AZ, with a hand written envelope,stamped with a real stamp, signed by Valerie Fay, Vice President and the # is 1-866-352-6458.

I work for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program here in Illinois and I have been carrying the message about watching out for scams for almost two years now. Our Senior Volunteers carry the information to other Seniors either through skits or presentations and we hand out a lot of items from Illinois’ Attorney General, Lisa Madigan’s office to the attendees of these presentations. I plan to follow in the foot steps of action some of you have taken. THIS and OTHER SCAMS LIKE THIS MUST STOP!!!

Older adults are being scamed everyday with things as simple as buying more insurance,etc. My Grandfather contacted his insurance agency years ago regarding the purchase of more insurance. He ends up with a female insurance agent stopping by to set up an appt. (He didn’t know she was selling door to door and wasn’t from his agency.) The woman met my grandpa back at his home for the appointment, her scam mate was watching through the window and and saw Grandpa get his policies out of a lock box in his bedroom closet. He returned the box to the closet after removing the paperwork she requested. He had several valuable items in this lock box, one of which was his wedding ring set with a 1 ct diamond from 1918. The male scam mate snuck into the house and stole the box WHILE she was talking to Grandpa and they got away with it because he was hard of hearing and couldn’t hear the man come in.

People who do things like scamming others have a special place created just for them. Almost wish I could watch!

Watch over your families and loved ones as scams are easier to spot with the eyes of a village.

By Lisa on Nov 23, 2011

Beware…These US Airlines guys are so audacious, they have made a video where “real people describe their great experience” with US Airlines… they all say the same thing with different words, they all felt curious and called that phone number, they all got free tickets to San Diego (what a lack of imagination), and they all thank US Airlines…. Meet the crooks:
http://www.dailymotion.com/playlist/x1l2ra_charlenejames_us-airlines-scam/1#videoId=xgvb70

By Joshua on Nov 24, 2011

Heh. My “Day After Thanksgiving” deal was also from Phoenix. 866-342-3798. I’m supposed to call VP, Erica Bale.

Clue it’s a scam: When the address is hand-written but looks like they used their feet instead, that’s a pretty good clue.

By Roberto on Nov 26, 2011

Received the letter awhile back and threw it out. Today I received a card,stating they have been trying to contact me, call within 48 hrs. phone # 1-877-221-0608. We are in Florida

By Ron on Nov 26, 2011

Since E. Bale was nice enough to leave a toll-free number, I have just set my old fax machine on auto-redial with a copy of the letter and a “No Thanks” message. That should tie up their line a bit.

By Charlie on Nov 29, 2011

Hello again. Addition to 11/23/11 Blog… I contacted the Office of the Illinois Attorney General, Lisa Madigan shortly after my original Blog. For Illinois Residents call:(800)243-0618. For out of State (217)782-1090.
Email: http://www.IllinoisAttorneyGeneral.gov or
http://www.ag.state.il.us. I spoke with an extremely helpful gentleman. I received more handout information to add to our Scam Presentations.
He also told me to contact:
U.S. Postal Inspection Service
Criminal Investigations Service Center
ATTN: Mail Fraud
222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250
Chicago, IL 60606-6100
Email: postalinspectors.uspis.gov
Phone: (877)876-2455

and

The Federal Trade Commission
Email:ftc.gov
Watch a new video, How to file a Complaint at: ftc.gov/video
(877)FTC-HELP (877)382-4357

and to be sure all of our volunteers and/or attendees to our Scam Presentations or Skits have a copy of this information too. Keep your eyes open they are everywhere!

By Lisa on Nov 29, 2011

Just thought I would ad the updated info for people searching. Mine came to Colorado and the new Vice President is Erica Bale and the call # 866-342-1899. I fell for one of these years ago, lost $300. Hope no one else does now with the internet searching available!

By Tim on Nov 29, 2011

Received my letter on Dec 2nd though is was mailed Nov 11 from Phoenix AZ. I knew immediately it is a scam because of the envelope which was hand printed and looked like it was printed by a first grader. Mine was signed “Erica Bale Vice President and was from US Airlines as well. I am in Florida on the West Coast so I guess they have expanded. As soon as I opened it I Googled the key words “US Airlines 2 Free roundtrip tickets” and SCAM came right up. Do these people really think the public is this stupid? I think they are handwritten envelopes to make the recipient think it may be from a friend and sothey open it. If it looks too official I just throw it out so I am sure the printing is part of their plan. OK Florida, you have been informed too!

By Joan on Dec 5, 2011

My boyfriend received this letter today, but it was dated November 28th. Like others, i knew it was a scam because US Airlines doesnt even exist! the phone number they listed was 866.334.4783 with vice president name Erica Bale. Mine came to Michigan.

By Aryn on Dec 6, 2011

Got the same letter today in Fort Myers, Florida…
I can’t believe they can get away with this crap.

By Jen Ramon on Dec 7, 2011

Husband got his letter yesterday. As soon as he started reading it to me I told him to throw it away. For some reason it was still on the table this morning so I decided to do what I do with all scams and “google” it. Glad I found this blog. Our VP is Dorothy Wade. The number given to call is 1-866-330-4602. We live in Florida it’s sad they will probably trick a lot of elderly people with this scam. I’m reporting them.

By Jackie on Dec 8, 2011

Yep – just got one and knew right away of course but thougth I’d see what’s on-line! The power of the internet!

By Lori on Dec 8, 2011

I just got my letter in Tampa, FL. My VP is Dorothy Wade 1(866)330-4602. I’m going to have some fun with this one!

By Melanie on Dec 9, 2011

This is a poor excuse for a scam. I believe they make money for each call somehow. Its probably best to just report this scam. But its not going to stop me from acting like im going to bite and take up a bunch of there time.

By Rick on Dec 10, 2011

Wife got this same letter yesterday. Glad I looked it up. The funny thing is that I read in another blog that they send it to people who travel a lot. My wife hasn’t been on an airplane in over 1 year.

By Jorge on Dec 13, 2011

I received the same letter but since they change the city of origin now in Oklahoma city and signed by awards department phone number they use this time was 18663295160 thanks everyone for the advice

By Nancy on Dec 13, 2011

I received the letter yesterday in Savannah, Ga. It was postmarked coming from Phoenix, AZ. The VP is Dorothy Wade 1-866-314-9681.

By Lisa on Dec 14, 2011

I just got one yesterday. It says same thing. I didn’t even call before I decided to look it up and see if it was for real or not and apparently not. The weird thing is, is that I just filled out a thing a couple of weeks ago for my husband to win airline tickets for 2 for a Military thing but through a different airline so I almost got them confused until I started wondering why it was addressed to me and not him. But any way the phone number on mine is 1-866-314-9681 at the bottom there is an EX-2xxxx also mine is signed by Vice President Dorothy Wade. Hand written envelope no return address.

By Carrie on Dec 14, 2011

We got this today addressed to my husband. Looks official, came in a perforated envelope looking like a check. My husband was excited saying, “we won 2 free round trip tickets form US Air!”. Of course me being the sensible one knew it was a scam and pointed out that is was not US Air but US Airways, which of course is a fictional airline, but had to prove it to him anyway. He is now VERY bummed! He was ready to pack! Ours was signed by K Mane and phone # 866-337-5531.

By Linda on Dec 14, 2011

Just received the same letter today as Jackie did on Dec. 8th. My VP was also Dorothy Wade. The number I was given to call was 866-328-6352. Must have took longer to get to Michigan than it did to Florida.

By Jeff on Dec 14, 2011

got this note today- except it said that the vice president was dorothy wade phone number 1-866-299-0986
handwritten address on outside with no return address
we live in charleston sc

By alison on Dec 15, 2011

Got mine today (Dec. 17, 2011) in Savannah, Ga. Knew it was a scam right away. Came to the web to educate my 18 year-old and found this blog. Mine is from VP Dorothy Wade 1-866-324-9083. Hand written, blank envelope, phony “photo-copied” company logo. Really amateurish. I am insulted that they didn’t even send me one of their more official looking scam letters.

By Charles on Dec 17, 2011

Greetings from Colorado,, got one today, looked good until I read all the above post!
Damm scammers, mine too said Dorthy Wade glad I went to google and looked up the vp of us airways,,for sure a scam! To good to be true! BE AWARE—-

By Bob on Dec 17, 2011

Just got mine today, from Travel Union, Phoenix, Az. Looks like a check from the “Award Notification” and a # of 1-866-329-2999 for $1,400 which can be turned in for a travel voucher but must call by 12/28/11 or it will be granted to the next in line!!!

How sad, can imagine the money these people spend on these, they should be ashamed and shame on them for giving people hope.

Thanks to all who posted on this site..I plan to call and have some fun.

By Juan G on Dec 20, 2011

Got my letter the other day, dated 12th Dec. signed by VP Dorothy Wade. figured it was a scam so looked up the number and here we are. i am going to call the number and play along a little bit from my spare junk phone.

By Robert on Dec 21, 2011

I Called, they say they are a company representing at travel company that is trying to get the word out and they want you to visit the “local” office and sit through a 1 1/2 hour presentation about the company and then when you use the “tickets” you pay all the taxes and fees on the “tickets.”

By Robert on Dec 21, 2011

Yep, they’re at it again. I received my letter four days after the respond by date. Darn it, I was so looking forward to getting scammed! Better luck next time!

By Yvette on Dec 21, 2011

I live in Michigan. Received the same letter stating qualified for 2 RT airline tickets retail value $1,400. Must respond by 01/02/12. Call 1-866-464-0908. It was signed by Loretta “Pine”. The envelope had no letterhead and I knew it was a scam right away. I still called the # as I wanted to see who answered. I could tell by the ring that the phone was forwarded. It was answered by “Rewards Line.” I stated I dialed the wrong number. She hung up on me.

By Dawn on Dec 24, 2011

I’m in Melbourne Florida and received my scamegram today. I was unsure if there actually was a US Airlines (I don’t know the name of every airline out there!) and being that I am one of the biggest skeptics I know, I of course looked it up and here I am. A big thanks to all of you for taking the time to post on this! I wish a Happy and Blessed New Year to you all!

By Kristine on Dec 29, 2011

I received the letter today with immediate suspicion. I know there is no such airline and will be reporting this via USPS since it’s mail fraud. I’ll also look for someplace in AZ to send it. I suggest others do the same. The contact info on it was Loretta Pine, VP. Telephone 866.430.9083.

By Scott on Dec 31, 2011

Same letter. My VP is Loretta Pine! Phone on this one is 866-430-9074…close to some others, but not the same. I’m on the west coast of Florida. Looks like this blog has enough entries to convince those who do any research that this is a scam (most everyone who posted knew it was a scam before they got to this blog). What about those people who are elderly and/or anxious to travel, but don’t have the money, or who aren’t smart enough to operate a computer or to realize that, as has been stated dozens of time, “if it seems too good to be true, it probably is!”. And how much do people get scammedf for if they actually go for the ” free ticket” award. I’d be very interested in finding that out, and even more interested in finding out what the Arizona government is doing to protect these people!

By Rick on Dec 31, 2011

A Year Later and They are Still at it!!!received same letter as all refer to…
particulars:
signed by Loretta Pine, Vice President
Phone to call 1-866-440-0789
ref num# EY – 83432 at the bottom of letter.
No address of company anywhere!!! Mailed out of Phoenix AZ….I live in Chicago proper!

By Chas on Dec 31, 2011

Thanks to everyone giving information back to this blog the presentation is more like a tax document, no longer has a fake VP, nor any company affiliation other than US Airlines. Mine indicates bulk mailing from Oklahoma City, I’m in Tennessee. I hope my mom doesn’t get one of these or she will fall for it.

By jeff on Jan 3, 2012

I called 866-429-0722 and spoke to a sweet sounding young lady named Laura who said she is located in Pheonix, AZ. Laura is paid by the hour to answer calls and collect names for her employer. She believes the scammers are giving her employer a bad reputation, she is new at the company. I encouraged her to keep her resume fresh and keep searching for a job where she isn’t helping her employer steal from simple minded people who want something for nothing. With the costs of printing and mailing there must be quite a few people out there falling for this or it would have already died out.

By jeff on Jan 3, 2012

Same letter from US Airlines signed by Loretta Pine, Vice President.
Phone number is 866-399-1719
Footer number: FB-xxxxx
The envelope had no return address.
My address was hand written.

By trudy on Jan 3, 2012

Just got mine today. Loretta Pine vp 866-440-5566. Unreal.

By bryan on Jan 4, 2012

Yup got the same letter from Loretta Pine. I am in the burbs of chicago. My mom is a travel agent. I am going to see if there is someone I can turn them in to.

By Dave on Jan 4, 2012

received mine today 01-05-12
US Airline
Loretta Pine Vice President
866-440-5181
EY-68080
hand written envelope
actual stamp
no return address
If it seems too good to be true…
It usually is….

By Twyla on Jan 5, 2012

Got my letter today from Alexis Doug.
866-408-9934

By gw on Jan 6, 2012

I’m in Austin, Texas. I just received my hand signed letter from Loretta Pine today. Thanks for the info guys. I knew it was bogus, but nice to be able to confirm with others.

By Chris on Jan 6, 2012

I got my letter today….I called and talked with this woman for a while. When I told her I didnt own a credit card, which was needed for proof of identification she said, she hung up on me! My vice president was named Loretta Pine also! Too funny!!! How can they be reported?

By Trish on Jan 6, 2012

I can’t believe after all this exposure they are still sending them out. Got mine today from Phoenix, AZ. Hand printed envelope with a stamp and no return address. Letter is signed by Loretta Pine, Vice President. It is a cheezy letter and graphics. Phone number is 1-866-440-5181. Yep, 2 round trip tickets promised anywhere in the continental U.S. They say they have tried to reach me several times, and I did get an e-mail from them as well and blew it off. They use a nice touch of putting a deadline on the offer of January 6th, which I got it on the 7th so it makes you rush to call.

I guess they will have to issue the tickets as they say to an alternate. Lucky alternate, LOL

By Robert Benza on Jan 7, 2012

I recieved same letter. Did not call after I viewed this site.
hand addressed
In Charleston,S.C.
phone # 1-866-408-7152
fb-2xxxx
SIGNED BY Alexis Doug
date 1-7-2012

By Russell on Jan 7, 2012

Thanks to Lisa that published very good information regarding reporting this scam. I am just copying and pasting some of the contact information.
I am going to call and send emails to every number and email listed below. I hope everyone posting comments here does the same.

Hello again. Addition to 11/23/11 Blog… I contacted the Office of the Illinois Attorney General, Lisa Madigan shortly after my original Blog. For Illinois Residents call:(800)243-0618. For out of State (217)782-1090.
Email: http://www.IllinoisAttorneyGeneral.gov or
http://www.ag.state.il.us. I spoke with an extremely helpful gentleman. I received more handout information to add to our Scam Presentations.
He also told me to contact:
U.S. Postal Inspection Service
Criminal Investigations Service Center
ATTN: Mail Fraud
222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250
Chicago, IL 60606-6100
Email: postalinspectors.uspis.gov
Phone: (877)876-2455

and

The Federal Trade Commission
Email:ftc.gov
Watch a new video, How to file a Complaint at: ftc.gov/video
(877)FTC-HELP (877)382-4357

and to be sure all of our volunteers and/or attendees to our Scam Presentations or Skits have a copy of this information too. Keep your eyes open they are everywhere!

By Lisa on Nov 29, 2011

By Paco Mari on Jan 7, 2012

Do they think we are all a bunch of saps? That handwritten envolpe and no return addy is a dead give away. I live near Rockford,IL and recieved my letter 01/07/12. Mine is signed by VP Alexis Doug. You would think that they would have been found and stopped by now. I think I may call and give them the run around. have a little fun with them. Go Packers also!!

By Marty on Jan 8, 2012

Also got my letter today, googled it and went to their website, at which time my norton antivirus blocked a malicious attack from their website, so it appears they are looking to scam induviduals in more ways than 1. Hope you read this before you visit their website….

By Steve Z on Jan 8, 2012

I live in RI; and received my letter on 07 Jan. 2012. Knew it was a scam as soon as I opened it. “US Airlines”, really? Hand written envelope and no return address. I’m just wondering if they target seniors mostly, or just anyone of any age. My husband passed recently and there was an obit in the paper. Just wondering if that’s how they got my name and address. Phone number was 1-800-408-3382. Code # at bottom started wit FB. Makes me think of Facebook (which I do use.) Area code was from Ca.

By Jess on Jan 9, 2012

Received my letter January 9,2012 from Alexis Doug. Now to the shredder!!

By Bill on Jan 9, 2012

RECEIVED US AIRLINES LETTER.
THE PHONE # I GOT WAS 1 866 408 3383
SIGNED BY ALEXIS DOUG. VICE PRESIDENT.
NOT ON OFFICAL LETTER HEAD AND REALLY CHEEZY LOOKING.

FIRST CLUE THIS WAS A SCAM IS THEY COULDN’T GET A HOLD OF ME. SECOND ‘US AIRLINES”?
REALLY NOT SMART. HOPE THEY DON’T GET BETTER AT IT.

By kK on Jan 9, 2012

Received the letter today. Did some web research and found that DailyMotion has several videos of people who have received their letter and just “went down to pick up” their voucher and used the tickets to go to “San Diego”. WHAT A LAUGH..they have bogus videos of people whose curiousity got the better of them and they found out it was “legit” now they have all posted videos saying almost the exact same thing. “Curiosity got the best of me”…”it was easy to pick up”…”they just used the tickets to go to San Diego”…”they want to thank US Airlines”.

http://www.dailymotion.com/playlist/x1l2ra_charlenejames_us-airlines-scam/1#videoId=xgx5ym

Totally laughable!!

By Dean on Jan 10, 2012

Received one in Pittsburgh area today. Flags are obvious in letter from a No-name US Airlines to the lack of any return or business address. Letter was dated 1/3/12 also postmarked from Phoenix AZ, handwitten address, My very generous VP was Alexis Doug.

By Fred on Jan 10, 2012

same M.O. recieved mine from vp Alexis Doug with the number 866.410.6831. In S.E. Michigan, It causes me anxiety as my husband is vulnerable with a brain injury, It is this trolling for the unsuspecting victim that has hurt him/us in the past. If you have a product/service worth buying deception wouldn’t be your marketing.

By ann on Jan 10, 2012

Got the same letter today in Indiana from OK. signed, awards department. it looks like a w-2 form 1-866-398-0454

By Brenda on Jan 11, 2012

Got the same letter in Michigan, from Phoenix AZ, Alexis Doug VP 866-383-8498.
Go Fish!

By Jim on Jan 12, 2012

husband got his letter today in SE Michigan from Alexis Doug, VP. Phone 1.866.383.8498. Googled and found this site. Thanks Dean for posting the video link. Laughable! Look at all of them, they’re reading from the same script about thinking it was “too good to be true” and ironically, they ALL used their tickets to fly to San Diego!!!

http://www.dailymotion.com/playlist/x1l2ra_charlenejames_us-airlines-scam/1#videoId=xgx5ym

By deedeemac on Jan 14, 2012

I just received the scam letter. This one signed by ‘Alexis Doug.’

By EP on Jan 14, 2012

uhhhhh! I can’t read anymore of these. I got one too, I got one too….

anyone have any real info.? Did anyone check it out?

I guess no one posting knows, none of this is really any help.

By jay on Jan 16, 2012

Hi all–Thanks for the BLOG,,
if it sounds too good to be True,
it usually is !
BEWARE–
new Format,, 2012,,
….OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS ENCLOSED….
it says-”These Documents are on Record
as being sent to you.”
it had those fold and tear edges,,
from: Awards Department,,
and inside was a Boarding Pass–
“We have been TASKED with notifying you
of this award.”
hahahahaha—-Tasked ???
1st thought,,
there IS NO US Airlines–duuhhhh,,
am VERY GLAD that all of you took the time
to at least write your comments here
about this SCAM,,,
hopefully, we help someone from
making a dumb mistake to such an
Obvious Scam !!!

By JB on Jan 18, 2012

JUST RECEIVED ONE TODAY, ONLY MINE SAID OFFICIAL DOCUMENT ENCLOSED,FINAL NOTICE 2012,NOTICE OF URGENCY:EXTREME,PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL,MUST BE CERTIFIED TO BE VALID,AWARD NOTIFICATION,FINAL NOTICE,AWARD DEPARTMENT,AND FOR ME TO CALL 1-866-364-0607,AND A NOTE AT THE BOTTOM THAT SAYS…THIS IS NOT A TIMESHARE OR LAND SALES OFFER, AND IS NOT A GOVERNMENT DOCUMENT…SINCERLY, AWARDS DEPT. WHAT A JOKE….

By SHELLY on Jan 19, 2012

Got also this 2-roundtrip-letter, same as Shelly. Phone seems to change very often. #:1-866-364-7251.
Thanks for the BLOG, hope all people are gonna watch this before calling US-Airlines

By Josef on Jan 22, 2012

I got one yesterday. Ugh. So glad I researched before making the call.

By Stephanie on Jan 22, 2012

Got my letter today. (MA)
Hand written envelope postmakred Phoenix Az.
letter signed by Kristina Bar (VP)

By dave on Jan 23, 2012

I received one too a couple of days ago postmarked Oklahoma City,OK. Same ‘Official Documents’ with tear off seals. Phone# was 866-364-0517.

By JIm on Jan 23, 2012

My husband and I have gotten our second letter. This was was via Phoenix and signed by Kristina Bar. Number is 1-866-357-2194. We are not going to call, knew it was a scam by the hand written envelope and less than professional looking “stationary”. We are in Pittsburgh, PA.

By brandi on Jan 24, 2012

I received mine today also. Mine was the official doc. type to,with a phone number of 866-299-5905 and signed, Awards Department. It also noted that this not a timeshare or land sales offer. I live in South Carolina and even us down south are not going to fall for a scam like this.

By Kevin on Jan 24, 2012

Looks like SC is back on the market with these people. I got a new name for you though…. Kristina Bar (VP) and a new number: 1-866-363-8045. Seems the phone number changes almost as much as the VP. Not a good business model if you ask me. Oh well, time to contact someone about this and file my letter in the shredder pile.

By Natas on Jan 24, 2012

1) Has anyone called to see what happens? If that phone number is a toll-free number right?

2) Instead of shredding or tossing the letter and envelope, maybe we should mail them to our State Attorney General.

By Trudy on Jan 24, 2012

Just got ours in the mail today phone # is 866 509 2843

By becky on Jan 26, 2012

Got one too. US Airlines 1-866-509-5898

signed by Kristina Bar.

I knew it was a scam right away but decided to see who else got one.

By Jessica on Jan 28, 2012

I just received the same letter today, also signed by Kristina Bar, Vice President. There phone number 1-866-509-2511. Big clue that this was a scam…no address!

By Charlene on Jan 28, 2012

I also received a letter from US Airlines. Dated 23rd, 2012 and that I should respond by February 1st. Same exact spill.

By Milton on Jan 29, 2012

Well Kristina Bar must be the new V.P. of the world renowned US Airways!! When I called asking for her she was “unfortunately unavailable”, but they had great news for me!! I mentioned I was deathly afraid of flying & never had before, & was only calling to see if they had job opportunities thru the “Airline” as I was seeking employment. Made my appointment, will miss & reschedule as many times as I can…
Pittsburgh, Pa
1-866-509-1022

By Mike on Jan 30, 2012

Got the same type of letter, signed by Kristina Bar, no return address on envelope and two 44 cent stamps. Hefty postage for a single page letter!

By Scott on Jan 30, 2012

Got ours today. Last name spelled wrong. And seriously, what VP signs letter as VP, but VP of what. REALLY!! I am hesitant to call them because some 800 numbers actually reverse bill you, so I won’t try. Thanks so much for having this blog!

By Keri on Jan 30, 2012

Received my letter in the mail yesterday. The number to call is 1-866-509-1337. The Vice President listed is Kristina Bar. I was suspicious from the start with no return address and a very amateurish looking letter head. It’s also postmarked from Phoenix, AZ. I live in Illinois.

By Daniel on Jan 31, 2012

Im in Illinois, got the letter today from Kristina Bar, with the 866-509-1337 number. If you want to have fun with them theres a website called prank dial. Id like to make these people as irritated as I am.

By Jeff on Jan 31, 2012

Got a letter and called, set up appt. Fortunately when speaking with a friend she recognized the name us airlines and told me she saw this on the news and it was a scam. Thank goodness! Pittsburgh pa, 866-357-2194 signed by Kristina Bar

By lori on Jan 31, 2012

I got the letter today and this one was signed by Brittany Hunt, Vice President. They sure have a lot of VP’s! This has got to be the biggest company ever that no one ever heard of. I seriously feel for the idoits that actually fall for this.

By ACBobby on Feb 1, 2012

WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER IN ILLINOIS! My Kristina Bar, VP of nothing, has been busy sending out more letters. NEW number too 866.509.1038. Ooops, I missed my deadline, Feb. 1st, 2012 they wil have to issue the ticket voucher to the alternate. Good luck alternate!! Arrivederche! Odios! See Ya!

By Really? on Feb 2, 2012

Congrats to the newest in a long line of VP’s at US Airlines, Brittany Hunt!
Northern Illinois, checking in.

By Dave on Feb 2, 2012

These folks don’t give up, do they?

Today I received the same letter with the same wording mailed from Phoenix, AZ and signed by Brittany Hunt, Vice President. The telephone number is 1-866-488-0464. At the bottom of the letter is a code: FK-xxxxx.

Once upon a time US Air was called US Airways. Oerhaps they are hoping that recipients will by confused by the similarity of names.

By CLD Austin on Feb 2, 2012

Got my bush league looking letter today., 2/3/12. I intend to call the number and give the unfortunate soul that answers the phone a massive ration of s***. I’m in Colorado.

By Jay on Feb 3, 2012

Mimicking the W2 form is genius, IMO. Except… when did the IRS ever send notices for 2 free airline tickets? Durn logic!
My callback number is 866-503-2025
and then notice claims to be sent from Oklahoma City, OK.

By Simply Simpsonville on Feb 3, 2012

Guess the Super Bowl has reminded them to try Indiana, too. Received pretty much the same thing today – very official looking mailing marked “Official Documents Enclosed”, “Notice Urgency: EXTREME” and “FINAL NOTICE”. “Postage paid Oklahoma City”. Number to call is 1-866-472-2716. No signature (did they run out of VP’s? – I’m disappointed), just:”Awards Department”. Darn it, if I weren’t so busy I’d call them up and have some fun.

By David on Feb 4, 2012

Recvd. my lucky letter today in Michigan; it was from Brittany Hunt, VP. My letter stated that if I didn’t respond by Feb. 8, 2012, “they may need to issue my ticket vouchers to the alternate.” I hope my alternate doesn’t fall for this scam.

By Diane on Feb 6, 2012

I received a letter recently, reply by Feb 8, 2012. It was signed by Brittnay Hunt (haven’t seen that name yet) and to call 1-866-473-7752.
We live in the West Michigan area, (think Muskegon) Thank you for your all your comments, some of them are quite amusing. My husband loves to eat telemarketers for lunch so he may have a go at this one (and he is currently in school earning a criminal justice degree)
reference #FK-XXXXX

By Allison on Feb 6, 2012

Got my letter about an award of two tickets on jetBlue.
CP PO Box 20389 West Palm Beach FL 33416. With wording like;
last chance to respond, attempted contacting you several times,
claim is limited offer and so on. BBB gives a F to this company.

By Marcus on Feb 6, 2012

(Taken from another post) I received an “Award Notification” from an unknown source which had “US Airlines” printed at the top. It promised “2 round trip airline tickets to anywhere in the continental US from any major international US airport.” When I called the rep, she told me it was “Universal Travel Vacations” in Tinley Park, IL and to claim this award I would have to bring my spouse to a sales presentation to explain their services, but we were under no obligation to buy anything, there would be no high pressure sales tactics, and we would only have to pay taxes for the 2 tickets.
So my wife and I went to the presentation which lasted over 90 minutes. We found out that they were selling something similar to time shares (discounts on travel lodging in their condos). However, after the presentation the sales pitch turned ugly. There was an exhaustive repeat of the details by another rep, followed by 2 other reps that were brought in, and a final rep who also tried to sell an alternative travel package. We said we were not interested. Finally, she gave us a sheet of paper that needed to be mailed into “Global Vacation Network.” It had 7 choices of vacations, each of which would cost even more money because of other costs related to the travel or “refundable deposits” which we didn’t want to give them up front. All we wanted was the airline tickets, not a complete weeklong vacation.
We went to their website which was also confusing and deceptive with their charges. So I called and got the “customer service” number. I machine answered and I left a message, but no one returned the call. We sensed that they had misrepresented their original claim for giving us the airline tickets and we, therefore, did not send in the list of choices, nor did we send any money. I suppose it’s possible that their discounts make a frequent traveler save some money. But they should not be offering free airline tickets if they will not give out those tickets without other stipulations. Our purpose in exposing them is to make sure no one else falls for this misleading offer.

By Martus on Feb 7, 2012

I had been receiving letters notifying me of a potential award. I knew it was fake, shredded them, and disposed of them. Then yesterday, I receive my official document, with enclosed voucher. I live in Indiana, and mine was sent from Oklahoma. There wasn’t any signature, only Awards Department 1-866-472-2716. Before contacting anyone to report the fraudulent mail, I wanted to see what I could find online on the scam. Everyone needs to contact the necessary parties to end this scam. We all know there are people out there who have and will fall for this scam. I am not willing to call the number provided, out of fear of a large phone bill, or mysterious charges to my checking account. However, I will be contacting the appropriate parties here in Indiana. Hopefully, someone can stop this, because it has been going on for too long. I’m thankful there is a forum to share the information provided and who we should contact to report it.

By Danielle on Feb 7, 2012

Received today – “Travel Check Voucher Enclosed”, “Final Notice”, 866-473-0561, “This is not a timeshare or land sales offer, authorized signature “Doris Jack”, US Airlines, appears to be from Phoenix, AZ, $1400 voucher redemable….did not call – glad to find this blog! Thanks

By Really??????? on Feb 8, 2012

They are in Florida now – same old, same old. New phone number 1-866-462-9780 and the VP is now Brittnay Hunt but it looks like similiar to the one in the sample letter. Not as good as the Jamacian Scam that has a new Mercedes waiting for me – be careful about an 876 exchange number – you get billed for an out of country call and not Mercedes!

By Jan on Feb 9, 2012

Same one in Florida, from Brittany Hunt, Vice President, phone number 1-866-462-9780. “We have attemped to contact you several times without success.” “Last attempt if we don’t hear from you soon.” “You must respond no later than Feb. 15th” Return PO stamp, Phoenix, AZ. Wish I were gutsy enough to poke some fun, but sounds like many have! Would love to be a little mouse listening in!

By Janice Miller on Feb 10, 2012

Brittany Hunt is still in charge but her phone number has changed. This operation is very busy. I guess enough people still fall for these scams.

By South Carolina on Feb 10, 2012

Yeah, got one today in Denver, CO. B Hunt and 866 463 0607 with a Phoenix, AZ 852 zip. Real 45c stamp though. Thinking of calling them and having some fun…
Thanx for keeping this up!

By Troy Smith on Feb 10, 2012

While visiting my 74 yr old mother, i was helping her sort through her mail and found this letter with her two FREE tickets on bogus letterhead US Airlines. signed by Alexis Doug.
Phone Number 1.866.370.3941

Handwritten Envelope from Phoenix, AZ. 850 zip. No return address.

Glad we have the internet and sites such as this to keep us informed and keep these idiots at bay.

By ELISSA on Feb 11, 2012

I received the letter Brittany Hunt today, and made the mistake of calling before I found this site. I called (866-46300610) and spoke to Shawn. I initially set an appointment to listen to a travel presentation. Then I found this site, so I called the confirmation number (822-299-1009). It turned out that Shawn also answered this number. I told him he had just spoken to me, and he tried to act like he did not recognize me from a few minutes earlier. When I told him him I wanted to cancel my appointment to sit in on this travel scam presentation, he got really offended. He raised his voice and started to trying to explain how this was not some program to take money from people but to offer discounted travel. He said I had gotten bad information. I asked him if his mother knew he lied to people like this. He then said he would remove my name from the appointment. He must have remembered who I was then, because he did not even ask for my name again.

By Rob on Feb 11, 2012

I live in Indiana and received the award notification with a phone number of 866-452-4408. I knew this had to be a scam and your website confirmed it for me! Thanks to everyone for the info!

By Julie on Feb 12, 2012

husband received this letter from “Brittany Hunt” VP…..figured it was a scam….thanks for your information….February 13, 2012

By and in Michigan on Feb 13, 2012

GOT THIS LETTER TODAY THERE MUST BE ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH SO MUCH TIME ON THERE HANDS TO
REACH OUT & TAKE OTHER PEOPLES MONEY,I HAVE ALWAYS BELIEVED TREAT PAOPLE AS I WANT TO BE TRATED,ARE THERE THIS MANY PEOPLE THAT ENJOY BEING TAKEN,SAD WORLD THAT WE LIVE IN.

By T on Feb 13, 2012

2/13/2012 – I received the same letter today and I am in Colorado. Signed by Brittany Hunt phone 1-866-463-0607. My first thought: who is US Airlines, as I have never heard of them (I use to do travel for my office), then I thought this has to be a scam. After looking at the envelope again, there was no return address and then I see the handwritten name they mail it to and wonder how they got that name as I don’t go by that, so now I wonder where/how are they getting their info. Thanks to all of you for your comments, makes me feel good I wasn’t the only one who received on of these. To bad we can stop them.

By Jean on Feb 13, 2012

My “voucher” has a phone number not yet reported on this page: 1-866-452-0821

By A on Feb 14, 2012

Got one today! Was a card where you tear the sides to open up.US Airlines notified me that I received a flight coupon and a boarding pass for two to be redeemed by Feb 22, 2012 Ref# Fo-2xxxx
However the voucher has a new phone# 1-866-452-2606
U.S.Postage PAID Oklahoma,OK Permit NO.324

People keep up the good work ~<}:0)

By Einzi on Feb 15, 2012

Just got the hand addressed letter today with a real stamp. As soon as I saw the sloppy faux logo and the “Vice President” Kelly Mane, I knew it was a hoax. I have parents that would have fallen for this, so I called, and gave the operator a what for. She was very rude and defensive, it was quite funny. She asked me “why the hell I called” if I knew it was a scam. I said, “for s***s and giggles”. Waste my time, I will waste yours.
Since the phone call was picked up immediately, I was assuming the busy sounds in the background were a sham too, very easy to play a recording of it when the phone rings.
I worry about people like my dad, who would have fallen for this…

By Patty on Feb 16, 2012

Got a SECOND mail from these scammers via USPS again today. This now makes two physical mail pieces and more than six emails from the same ‘bogus’ US Airlines source (guess they’ve got MY ‘number’, eh?).
This latest one shows all new dates of ‘expiration’ (February 22nd, 2012)and line about repeated efforts to contact me, with the same line about “..we may have to issue the ticket vouchers to the alternate..”, but this one has a totally new number (1-866-444-8512), but obviously the same scam.
My initial ‘gut response’ was that this was a potential bogus ‘come-on’, and I’ve ignored all of these ‘contact efforts’ every time – and this one will line my trash can again today.
Repeated efforts, like these, probably does net them some unsuspecting, gullible folks – which is most obviously their intent….

By B on Feb 16, 2012

Got one today from Traveldeals…same format as the letter at the beginning of this thread, word for word, from Phoenix, no return address, same as all others. phone 1-866-563-4984

from “Kelly Mane, VP” Yeah, right!

By Dave on Feb 17, 2012

Received my letter today sent from Phoenix AZ 852, postal marks 15 feb 2012 . Handwritten address to me , and Signed by Kelly Mane “Vice President” 866-444-4383

By Jerry on Feb 18, 2012

Yup, got one today also signed by Kelly Mane, 866-444-4383.

Figured it was a scam.

By Kirk on Feb 22, 2012

I received the letter a few days ago. I live in Indiana. Also signed by “K Mane” (Kelly Mane). The # it has is 1-866-444-4383. I actually called it to see what it was about. Then decided I’d google it and found this website!!! Thank you for having this. I don’t understand why these people are even able to distribute “junk mail”. I mean, I have our cell phones and home # on the “do not call list” for telemarketing. Isn’t this the same thing?? Someone needs to do something to put these people out of commission!!! Thanks again for the intel on this site!

By Sheila on Feb 23, 2012

Got one today I live in Chicago, IL. Also signed by Kelly Mane with phone # 1-866-545-0737. What a scam, considering when did you actually got something for free from any Airlines? I do not even fly US Airlines even if it would be a real deal LOL.

By George on Feb 24, 2012

I got the same letter but with some changes, the terrible letter head said “Fletcher Adams” and instead of an airline the letter claims to come from the Travel Awards Division. They seem to have realized people were onto them so they changed it a bit, even have some website but continue to recycle the names of their VP. Envelop was hand written, used an actual stamp, and had no return address but was stamped at a AZ post office.

This letter was signed Kelly Mane, Vice President of Travel Awards Division phone number 1-866-517-2406

By Gabriel on Feb 25, 2012

I received one of these letters today…from Kelly Mane. Ph # 8664449606. Glad I googled “US Airlines Letter SCAM”!

By Miranda on Feb 25, 2012

Got one today from Vice President Kelly Mane 866-540-8438

By kate on Feb 27, 2012

Yep. I got one too in Denver. It was signed by VP Kelly Mane 866-656-0867. This has been going on for a year and a half!! What stupid people. What a waste.

By Heidi on Feb 28, 2012

Here in Tiverton, RI: Husband received same letter today with different name of a vice president. Envelope hand-written, regular stamp, no return address. Letter too plain with no address, web site, etc. to look legit. Googled it, and got to this website. No need to call so they can get our phone number. Husband wondered what their plan was, so thank you to Martus’ posting of February 7, 2012, to explain it’s about a time-share program. SCAM!

By Monique on Mar 1, 2012

I got one today in Austin. With Megan Base as the VP and 866-513-2984 for a phone number. I’m going to shred it as soon as I finish here.

By Mike on Mar 1, 2012

My personal invitation arrived in Tampa today. It appears to be a check that you tear three sides off and then open. This one is signed by Laura Car and the phone# is 866-513-4497. Thanks to whomever created this website to allow us to share our “good fortune” with each other. LOL

By Sandy on Mar 1, 2012

My letter came today….thanks for the BLOG, not that you have to be a genius to figure this out, but hey sometimes it feels good to be part of the collective….The number given on our letter was 1-866-245-0295. Indianapolis, IN

By Brad on Mar 2, 2012

Got the letter today and it’s identical to what’s above with one exception, it was signed by “Megan base” Vice President of “US Airlines”. Attached phone number is/was 1-866-513-2984.

By Jiub on Mar 2, 2012

Megan Base is evidently the new VP of signing letters. Hand-written envelope posted in Phoenix, no return address, phone number is 866-226-9301. Reference at bottom is FU-xxxxx (how appropriate). I’m in the Boston area.

By Rob on Mar 3, 2012

Mine is a little different – no postmark, handwritten address, no return address. Just “US Airlines” at the header, no logo, no address.
February 27, 2012
Name and Address
NOTE: You must respond no later than March 7th, 2012
Same nonsense about being qualified for an award, congrats, two tickets any where in continental US, value of up to $1400. last attempt at contact.
1-866-226-9749
Megan Base, VP
FU-xxxxx

called to see what they were saying the company name was : The travel awards division, British woman, recorded message, the call hung up. About 20 seconds later, Nathan called from US Airlines, as a follow up to my missed appointment. I told him that I had never heard of US Airlines, responded: well we are only calling if you didn’t show up for your scheduled appt, would you like to reschedule? I said no. and hung up.

I called again, this time using *67, the same think happened, I got a call back, from a different fellow (lower voice different tone) named Nathan. Same thing, calling to reschedule appt, I didn’t have an appointment, well we can schedule you today, I don’t fly, he hung up.

By Rachel on Mar 4, 2012

Got one of these letters today, but it was from “traveldeals” not “US Airlines.” The VP listed at the bottom was “Hillary Blue” and the letterhead looked very amateur. The phone number was 866-226-8704, and I live in West Michigan.

By CJ Johns on Mar 5, 2012

Just received by letter today, March 5th, 2012 in Austin, TX. Exact same letter as in video except the phone number is 866-513-5984 and the “Vice President” is Megan Base. Immediately thought it was a scam based on the
1) two-bit company logo,
2) handwritten address,
3) postal stamp of a horse not even stuck to the envelope evenly,
4) lack of return address/business reply address on the envelope or letter,
5) the fact that the vice president personally signed a mass marketing letter,

Add to the that the fishy promises, the “Congratulations!” written in the letter is “Congratulations.” (it falls kinda flat for getting me excited about a supposedly awesome deal), and the high pressure 2 day deadline to contact them and you have a textbook fraudulent scam alert. I could not have created a better academic example of a scam. And of course US Airlines is not a real airline company.

Just for fun check out youtube for some obviously fake testimonials from people who got the tickets and had the trip of a lifetime! Don’t forget to link to their unofficial website from the video post!

By Derrick on Mar 5, 2012

My husband received the letter today. No return address, hand addressed, and a stamp. The letter on the inside had a header that would make people mistake it for was US Airways instead of the fake company of “US Airlines”.

A line stated: You must respond no later than March 7th, 2012.

They were offering him 2 roundtrip tickets worth $1400.00. They said they had tried contacting him a number of times this was their last attempt

Call today at 1-866-226-9501.

signed Megan Base
Vice President

I went on the web–Phone number didn’t check out to any airline by that name. There was no such person as Megan Base as a VP of US Airlines(or even US Airways!).

I won’t call b/c I don’t want them having my phone number, but I will go after them if they force me to!

By Lee on Mar 5, 2012

Got a letter here in Indianapolis! These losers should spend their time getting real jobs like the rest of us.

By Isaac on Mar 6, 2012

Thanks for having this page to let us know about these jerks! Received Official Documents Enclosed 2112 Final Notice today. Inside said “US Airlines Award Notification 2 round trip airline tickets woth up to $1298. Call 1-866-218-7061. Note: This is not a timeshare or land sales offer.”

It was embarrassing to me b/c it was incorrectly delivered to my neighbor and she brought it to me. She probably thinks we got a final notice on a bill! Grrrrrr!

By Annie on Mar 10, 2012

I forgot to say that I’m in Jacksonville, Florida.

Why isn’t this considered mail fraud?

By Annie on Mar 10, 2012

Just got mine in the mail, looked fishy to me and my wife. weht on line ,found a couple of web sites exposing this fraud.living in Indiana. the new # is 866-207-9245 and the vp is Megan Base, signed MBase

By Big Al on Mar 12, 2012

I just got one in the mail… Metro Denver area.. Same as all of the above. I called and spoke to Brian x89 at 1-866-225-7160 it is just a shame that these types of companies are still in business. I would like the BBB to step in and shut these scam artists down.

By Barbara on Mar 12, 2012

Forgot to mention it is postmarked from AZ and signed Megan Base VP.. Isn’t there something more that we can do as consumers????

By Barbara on Mar 12, 2012

We live in Ft. Myers, FL and received a letter today. Same story as the other folks. Hand addressed envelope and signed by “Mary Jay”, Vice Pres. Like I need more junk mail! Thought it looked suspicious, so did a search for US Airlines on Google and found this site. Thanks for exposing these losers!

By Carolyn on Mar 15, 2012

We are in Indiana and had received the same letter with the free tickets worth of $1400 from US Airlines on the letter signed by Mary Jay in the hand written envelope. This was also the last notification and other nonsense about trying to contact us before with not success. I searched the internet and found this site. Letter sounded too good to be true. It is unbelievable! Scam artists still send these letters out.
Thanks for posting the info about the scam.

By Al on Mar 16, 2012

my husband got one in today’s mail (3/17/12). Mary Jay is the VP, already threw out the letter so i don’t remember the phone number. cape coral/ft myers, FL area.

By Christine on Mar 17, 2012

Looks they are making there way around the U.S. I am in Muncie, IN and my husband got one today. Love Google!! Stupid scam artists!! Thanks for posting this =)

By JMc on Mar 17, 2012

I received this letter today, March 17, 2012, and was puzzled by what was in the envelope which was addressed by hand in blue in with no return address and an actual stamp on it. When I opened the envelope and saw the cheesy letterhead and fake airline name I knew this was some kind of scam. I am Indiana and the phone number on my letter was 1-866-710-9325 and it was signed by Mary Jay, Vice President. Must be kinda slow in Mary’s office if she has time to hand sign all these letters. I wonder if Mary is the one who is hand addressing all the evnelopes too? No company would send out free airline vouchers without a catch, not to mention companies do not hand address envelopes. If you fall for this scam then you get what you deserve for being an idiot!

By Don on Mar 18, 2012

Thanks so much for your comments. I received the final notice in the mail and was suspicious and when I googled, it brought me to this website.

By genet on Mar 18, 2012

Got mine last week. I’m in Denver Co. Mary Jay is the VP and the # is 1-866-740-7215.

By JJ on Mar 18, 2012

Received on 3/19/12, Mary Jay, VP of US Airlines……wonder why US Airways doesn’t threaten some type of legal action

Oh well, more junk mail, wonder how they got my name and address?

By Dan on Mar 20, 2012

Received this letter on March 22nd, I live in the Chicago area. It was signed by Mary Jay. Knew it was some kind of scam. This site confirmed it. Thanks!

By scott on Mar 22, 2012

Received the exact letter that was used on the video except the Vice President signed mine: Mary Jay…signed M Jay #1-866-826-6873
Bottom code GC-1xxxx
Call by March 28th, 2012

By Phil on Mar 23, 2012

Got my letter today, Saturday, March 24, 2012 in Fort Myers, Florida 33905.

By Teresa on Mar 24, 2012

I also received the US Airlines letter today, March 24th. Chicago suburb. Signed by VP Mary Jay who seems to have many phone numbers. On my offer, her number is 866-826-6939. Too bad one of those political robo call operations couldn’t hound this scam outfit.

By Mike on Mar 24, 2012

Got ours today from Mary Jay. We only got a letter- no fancy “official” boarding pass. So weird. As mentioned above I thought it strange it was dated “march 19th”, hand signed by a VP of nothing, and came hand addressed. (not to mention that it came from a non existent airlines. Glad this site exists. I suppose they should be commended for their tendency to appoint (many) female VPs?!

By WG in Chicago burbs on Mar 24, 2012

I received the same scam letter in Chicago today, March 19th, response due March 28th.

Contact number was 866-844-8454
Vp, Mary Jay

Just a letter.

By Brian in Chicago area on Mar 26, 2012

We live in the Denver area. Received our letter today from the bogus “US Airlines” dated “March 19th, 2012″ from the vice president “Mary Jay”. She signed in blue ink with only her first initial – “M Jay”. Same letter message as mentioned above, with the phone number 1-866-855-8499. The code at the bottom is GB-6xxxx. Can’t we do something to stop these liar scam artists?

By Terri on Mar 26, 2012

Yup, got mine too 3/26/12. Good ole Mary Jay (that must be what shes smok’n. ). Tel # 1-866-826-6868. Geeeez, how many phone numbers do these creeps own.

By Jeff on Mar 27, 2012

I got the same exact Thing.
“OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS ENCLOSED very same words on at the end said sincerely, Awards Department,
1-866-824-2778. On back was a boarding pass. US AIRLINES.. Two round trip Airline Tickets..
worth up to $1298 Today!

By Bo on Mar 28, 2012

I live in SC.

By Bo on Mar 28, 2012

Received one today… 03-28-12 Florida
SCAM and we shredded it:)

By Amanda on Mar 28, 2012

Got mine today. We live in Florida, number given was 866-804-0266. Not even signed by a person, just signed “Sincerely, Awards Department” Letter just screams SCAM!!

By Michele on Mar 28, 2012

got one myself today. i’m in orlando. straight to the trash.

By andy on Mar 28, 2012

I got one here in Chicago. I thought I was special. I think they are trying to get you to a location where pushy salesman will get you to commit to buying something.

Rudy

By RRA on Mar 29, 2012

Looks as though this scam has made it’s way to Florida recently. I just got a letter today signed D Hall (Debra Hall Vice President) in the same blue ink as on the envelope. It was addressed to my maiden name, even. Where do they get their information and why is this still going on 2 years later?

By Mary on Mar 29, 2012

Just received this letter today in Indiana. Seems they now have a new vice president by the name of Mary Jay. Phone number attached was 866-826-6873. Handwritten address with a stamped envelope post marked from Phoenix, AZ. Nice try!!! Going to turn it over to the Indiana State Attorney General’s office.

By Larry Hayes on Mar 30, 2012

Got one today in MA also. Same thing, signed by Debra Hall with phone number 866 815 9702. Forecast is for snow overnight so burning this will help start my fire tonight though I am really tempted to call and mess with them for a while.

By P Barnard on Mar 30, 2012

Got my letter today in Indiana. It appears a new VP is in charge now. Good luck to Debra Hall. Perhaps her tenure will last longer than her predecessors. Phone number listed was 866-815-9945.. Threw it in the trash.

By Brian on Mar 30, 2012

I received a letter signed by Debra Hall. She is supposedly the Vice President. Do people actually fall for this line?

By Joe on Mar 31, 2012

Hi i live in FL as well and received my letter today frist clue NO RETURN ADDRESS. 2nd THE USE OF A REAL STAMP most companys if not all use an automated stamping system. and 3rd IF IT SOUNDS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE IT IS!!!! Thanks guys its amazing this is still going on after 2 years and it’s not illegal. SCAM SCAM SCAM!

By Roy on Mar 31, 2012

My husband recieved the hand written addressed envelope earlier this week. We called the number from a friends phone and got the sales pitch of come and listen to a “New travel agent in your area” introduction and receive two free airline tickets value of $1400. They want you to schedule a time to come out and meet them. We made an appointment but after reading the post from the gentleman who did and recieved the hard sales pitch and never ended up with his tickets, can see this is not worth the cost of the stamp they used to mail it.
I was pretty sure it was a scam. I asked the rep on the phone who they bought our information from and she said it was public information from a previous time we traveled. Does anyone know what that could mean?
Austin, TX

By Sharee on Mar 31, 2012

received one in Massachusetts today. Debra Hall. Trash time. Thanks for the warning.

By Paul on Mar 31, 2012

I received mine today in South Carolina… I work for a major Bank, and we see crap like this all the time. Just to let anyone know, if anyone ever calls you about any credit cards or wanting info about any of your accts, and claims to work for that company, it is a scam because they are already going to know that information. I think it’s terrible! And I hate that people get tricked into it!

By Casey on Mar 31, 2012

Got ours today, 1-866-824-2736, that’s all you need to know. relentless, aren’t they? Idiots!

By marble on Mar 31, 2012

Just received my letter today from Debra Hall. I’m going to call the number and take the offer as long as they come to my 90 minute presenation on the value of time. Thanks for the blog.

By kevin on Apr 1, 2012

I recieved the top letter in this artical today 4/2/12. The phone number and signature are different than the one shown here but everything else is exactly the same. Figured it was a scam so looked for info on it and found this site. Glad to find it, not calling the number!

By Sandi Peterson on Apr 2, 2012

We’re in the Chicago area. We slso got a letter from Debra Hall – Vice President. Letter seemed fishy. Definitely a play on US Airways.

By Robert on Apr 2, 2012

Yep, been getting these for a couple weeks. Mine said D.Hall as well, Mary. I’m from Florida too, with that same blue ink. We’re probably fairly close in location and they sent out a mass mailing. This is just so sad.

By Erin on Apr 2, 2012

Wow.. In Chicago IL. Cant believe this BS. Vice President is Debra Hall. Hand Written Letter.

By Luke on Apr 2, 2012

Columbus, IN. Just got a letter from Debra hall, she really has fought through some tough competition and a lot of VP’s. When I called he was kind of confused when he asked if I or my spouse was between 28-65 and I responded, “well one of us is haha,” it’s always fun to call just say what there script says. May call back on rainy says for a chat

By Robin on Apr 3, 2012

I’m in Ocala Florida and received the “OFFICIAL DOCUMENT ENCLOSED 2012″ envelope today. It had the look of a government tax letter. At first I wondered if it was a belated tax notice. Upon closer look at the information –i became suspicious — especially with the fine print note “this is not a government document.” I read that I had been award two free tickets any where in the US and that they had repeatedly tried to contact me and that this was their last attempt,if I did not respond the tickets would be awarded to someone else. Signed the awards department. I saw too many red flags and thought I should check them out on the web. Thanks guys for this blog report, I appreciate the comments and warning that US Airlines is a scam. My shredder will have a nice meal tonight!

By GB Anderson on Apr 3, 2012

My husband just received this exact letter, only it said Debra Hall as well. I hate people who try to steal from other people. Have a heart.

By Dannielle on Apr 4, 2012

Can’t believe this is still going on after all these months! My letter from Debra Hall arrived today. Phone #1-866-815-9559 was listed. Never trust any mailing without a return address on either the envelope or the letter and always check out any phone number listed. That is how I found out all this helpful information. Thanks everyone!

By Shirley on Apr 4, 2012

I recieved mine today (Indianapolis, IN) and me and my wife are about to drive to New Orleans for a cruise in a week because of the ridiculous air fare charges. Then I received this letter and got excited…til I read this blog…but im thankful I read this first… Mine also is from the “Vice President” Debra Hall. Again thanks for saving my identity…I will call and keep them on the phone for a couple hours and be a huge pain for everyone on here!

By Nate on Apr 5, 2012

This letter was received in Rhode Island on March 25, 2012, signed by Mary Jay, Vice President. The number listed 1-866-679-5009, goes to an unidentified voicemail.

I work for US Airways and don’t appreciated being played for a fool. Nothing is ever free.

By April on Apr 5, 2012

Yep I just received the same letter signed by Debra Hall and the phone number they gave was 1-866-796-5722 and the value was $1,298.00

Total SCAM!

Thanks for this video!

By Daniel Maier on Apr 5, 2012

I recieved this letter from Debra Hall. I also was receiving this in an email account that is no longer active (The email is sent to a quarantine summary that I receive to my legitamate email). I will be contacting my state Attorney General. Thanks for the info.

By Dan on Apr 6, 2012

Got mine in jacksonville, fl today. My husband wanted me to call so I did stating to him “let’s see what scam this is.” Very british sounding woman’s voice answers as “You have reached the Awards Department”. Not, “you have reached the United Airlines Awards Dept.”. Knew it was a scam but had to convince my husband. It was a recording and I was asked to hold. Of course I DID NOT!

By Mernie on Apr 6, 2012

I’m not flying Debra Hall’s friendly skies, either! I’m so glad the letter stated that it was their last attempo to contact me!

By Dan Moore on Apr 6, 2012

Just got my letter and im in austin, texas. They must be branching out now. Why hasnt the government shut them down yet?

By amanda on Apr 6, 2012

I received my letter today from the VP – Debra Hall at telephone # 1-866-797-5536. My vochures are worth $1,298.00. I am located in Jacksonville, FL….what a joke!!

By JImmy on Apr 6, 2012

Just got mine today.
I’m in Chicago

This one is signed Debra Hall
1 866 797-5538

This is the cheesiest scam ever…they don’t evcen bother to use the name of a real airline. The even most obvious bit is that you can fly anywhere in the Continental U.S. from and major international airport. No airline does that and this obviously isn’t an industry association.

Have some fun with them…give them completely bogus info and let them waste time on their scam (hide your number too). Or give them the address and phone number for your local FBI or Postal Inspector office!

By DB Baca on Apr 7, 2012

From Denver, CO – - Got my US Airlines letter today. 2 RT Air in “Continental US from any major international airport” valued up to $1,298. Phone 1-866-797-5542, signed by Debra Hall – Vice President, in a legible blue handwritten signature.

By Larry on Apr 7, 2012

got my letter in the mail today. same details as all of the above. jerks.

By Joanne on Apr 8, 2012

Thanks for the info, I too recieved a letter yesterday. I always check online when things souund too good to be true. They normally are.

By Kathy on Apr 8, 2012

Indianapolis, IN… just got mine today, April 9th. Only a phone number, no actual website. Being suspicious, I googled it and found this website. Maybe will have my husband have a go after getting home from law school.

By ALS34 on Apr 9, 2012

I received a copy of this scam today and ran a google search on the signature name: Debra Hall, Vice President and the Airline name: US Airlines and it hit on the Rip-off Reports website. I then did an ask search on the airline and was brought here and I wanted to make a comment today to document that this is STILL AN ONGOING SCAM.

PLEASE BEWARE OF LETTERS WITH NO RETURN ADDRESS, NO ADDRESS IN THE LETTERHEAD AND YOUR ADDRESS ON THE ENVELOPE APPEARING TO BE HANDWRITTEN. NOT TO MENTION A “TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE” GIFT WITH ONLY A PHONE NUMBER TO RESPOND TO.

This is the kind of BUNK that undermines our great nation, and even the world in which we now are trying to live in. SHAMEFUL !

Fight for your rights, and against ALL theft and scams inside and outside the political systems worldwide. Because we are now living in a worldwide situation, and that increases scams dramatically for each and everyone of us. Take Caution before you act.

Better to research and prepare ahead, than to live through the hell that these scammers can inflict upon you and your loved ones.
PASS THE MESSAGE ON !

By BL in NrthFL on Apr 9, 2012

I got the letter today from Debra Hall. I figured it was a scam due to the handwriting on the envelope, no return address, and unprofessional letter head. I didn’t call. I don’t know where they are getting their information from since it used my maiden name and I’ve been married for 5 years.

By Deborah on Apr 9, 2012

I forgot to mention I live in Florida and the number to call was 1-866-796-5722

By Deborah on Apr 9, 2012

Received the letter in Aurora, CO on April 11, 2012 It was the exact same letter, with the respond no later than date as 4/13/12 the amount was $1,298.00 and the number is 1-866-353-3242 Signed by Lois Adams, Vice President
Thanks for the fun video! Way to go people for posting info on this scam.

By EASG Johnson on Apr 11, 2012

First of all, my name isn’t even Ray! My middle name is ROY and for some reason scam places always misspell my middle name and use it as my first.

Got the letter today from Debra Hall. We live in Orlando, FL. They could have used a better letter head if they wanted to be taken even slightly seriously…

By "Ray" Marshall on Apr 11, 2012

I just got the letter today in North Carolina. Phone number to call is 866-774-6301. I’m so glad I found this website. Thank you for having it and helping people to be informed. And thanks to the person who made the video.

By Sher on Apr 12, 2012

The letter arrived for us today (April 12) in Homewood, Il
It was signed by Joan Wright and also offers round trip airfare in the Continental U.S. from any major international airport. Opps!

By Dana Zigmund on Apr 12, 2012

Recived mine today in Jacksonville from vice president Lois Adams. How stupid do these people think we are? This is a nationwide scam taht’s been going on for at least two years. I hope law enforcement nails them.

By Paul on Apr 12, 2012

Got one today as well. Bogus VP name is Lois Adams. Phone number listed is 866-774-6125. I wonder how many people they get with this crap?

By Jared on Apr 13, 2012

My wife got the letter dated April 9, 2012, signed by VP Lois Adams, 866-785-6394. We’re in Texas. The scam goes on.

By Dave on Apr 14, 2012

I guess V.P. Lois Adams has been getting cramps from all the letters she’s been signing because the signature on my letter looks like it came from a second grader learning cursive writing and learning how to spell her last name too (adama). Or maybe she really is 7 years old. Humm…

Oh – the number on mine is close to the one Jared Apr 13, 2012 posted – 866-774-6163.

By Steve Nebar on Apr 15, 2012

Recived today here in SC from VP-Lois Adams. Phone Number listed is 1-866-774-6301.
CAN YOU SAY SCAM!!!!!!!!!

By Mike on Apr 16, 2012

My parents got one. They strongly believed that this letter was real. I had no choice but find out what this letter was all about. Letter says:

From:Awards department Division

PLEASE READ ENTIRE DOCUMENT CAREFULLY

Dear NAME

Enclosed is your airline ticket voucher. This voucher is good for a certificate for (in bold) 2 round trip airline tickets to anywhere in the contintental US from any major internation US airport. This voucher must be certified to be valid. We have been tasked with notifiying you of this award. We have attempted contacting you several times. Note that this award must be claimed by no later than 7 days and fees may apply. Tis will be your last chance.

Then below it says to call 1-877-349-1513

I searched this number and this number was a debt collector number.

This has to be a scam.

By pooky on Apr 16, 2012

Got mine today. I live in Florida. Same letterhead as everyone else on the blog. Lois Adams signed as VP. However, does anyone know what the typed # GL-2xxxx represent at the bottom the page? Just curious.

By Rhonda on Apr 16, 2012

Well, the first give away was that it was US AIRLINES… No such animal and never has been but hey… Not willing to call the number so Lois will not be getting any more info from us either.

I like the way they say you have been selected to win when they fail to tell you what you entered in or how you were selected though… Kinda forgot that little tidbit.

Enjoy…

Is is definitely a SCAM!!!

By DCB on Apr 16, 2012

Got the same letter April 16, 2012 with US Airlines logo, signed by L. Adams (Lois Adams) VP call # 1-866-774-6301, retail value of $1,298.

By Steven on Apr 17, 2012

Lois Adams must have taken early retirement because mine, dated April 16th, is signed bt Christine Hay.
Into the trash it goes.

By Dakkat on Apr 18, 2012

recieved one 4/16/2012 in Austin. “Travel Union” is the company, 1-866-429-0717, sent “check” look alike made out US Airlines on behalf of Beavis. signed by Carin Kane. i have to redeem before 4/25/12 to receive by $1400 airline vouchers. i wish i could find out what rented space they were using and cause a big scene.

By Beavis on Apr 18, 2012

Got mine today 4-18-12 The dead give away was 1, US Airlines not US Airways, 2, It said “qualified for an award” next it said award “UP TO” $1,298.00. Even the V.P. signed my letter, christine hay, she made me feel soooo special. I called and ask if this was a scam, the person didnt ask yes or no she asked for the validation number on the bottom of letter, I did not give it to her. I asked what company she works for, first she is in the arward department then she said she works for an award company that represents different company. I TOLD HER TO KEEP HER AWARD, I DONT NEED IT, then hung up on her. Funny thing that no one pointed out is that she was not a foreigner but an American white girl, go figure.

By Matt on Apr 18, 2012

Wow, I just qualified for 2 roundtrip airline tickets, valid for travel in the Continental U.S. from any major international airport. The retail value is up to $1298.00, certain restrictions apply.

To qualify, a person must be willing to spend the 5 times the time and money to get your free tickets to nowhere.

Thank you but no thank you Christine Hay, I’m sure that as VP, you have others to attempt to rip off with your scam….ID # GN-6xxxx

By Marty on Apr 19, 2012

Just received a letter today from US Airlines. Very amature letter. They didn’t even use real letter head! No return address on the envelope which was hand written, and it was signed by the VP Christine Hay. You could tell it was a fake. Try again, i’m not falling for it…

By Jill on Apr 19, 2012

We live in Chicago. My spouse received the letter hand-addressed with no return address. Letter signed by Christine Hay 866-303-0201. Knew this couldn’t be true and then I found your blog. Thanks!

By Mary on Apr 19, 2012

Caught my husband on the phone with these scammers tonight! As I was feeding our daughter I heard him on the phone giving them our names and email addresses, so I immediately went to investigate. He hands me the letter and it is OBVIOUS the thing is a scam! US Airlines? Really? And nice amateur leaderhead, idiots! Oh, and I am very surprised the president of your company has time to sign and address all of these letters and envelopes, “Christine Hay”! Strange…I thought a legitimate offer like this from a legitimate organization would have a return address and website, but I guess not this one! The rep “John” says they’re based in Crystal Lake, IL but the envelope is post-marked in AZ? Hmmmm…These guys need to get a life and a real job!

By EKH on Apr 19, 2012

Belmont, MA here. Also received a hand written envelope with a signature from Christine Hay. Number given was 866-301-4720. Thanks for posting this. No return address given, envelope postmarked from Phoenix.

By Rob Sama on Apr 23, 2012

Many many negative comments. But, did at least, anybody has gone and attended the presentation? If so, what then? Is it a scam or legit?

By dcm on Apr 23, 2012

I was the lucky recipient of this scam letter today. It was pretty obvious that it was a scam — unmarked, hand-addressed envelope with a real stamp?? Signed by the VP, Christine Hay urging me to call them at 1-866-303-9666. I wondered if they were creative bill collectors. lol A friend in the next town said she received one last week. Upstate SC seems to be the target right now. Thankful for this site and everybody’s comments.

By Kim on Apr 23, 2012

I knew it had to be bogus. I never win anything.

By Fred Porter on Apr 23, 2012

thank you for the help; knew it was a scam as soon as I read it, saw the fake letterhead…no return address, etc. something for nothing???? wish they could be prosecuted.

thanks for the information!

By kla on Apr 23, 2012

My husband received his lovely letter today in the mail. I knew right away this was a scam. The US Airlines logo (which I knew there was no such airline) was in black. So no official. Ours was also signed by a Christine Hay “Vice President”. I would like to know Vice President of what????

By K Nestor on Apr 23, 2012

Wow, out of the thousands of letters they send out, there will be a handful that do respond. It’s a numbers game for them. Crappy. Think I’ll post this on Facebook to warn as many people as I can. I live in Denver, Co, and my letter was signed by Christine Hay, Vice President. Think that might be a new name to add to the list. It was also sent in a hand-written envelope with no return address.

By Noemie on Apr 24, 2012

Just received my 4th letter from Us Airways for my free plane tickets!! LOL!! If it’s too good to be true, it is!! I just started receiving emails from them as well from support@myusairways.com…my SPAM folder picked it up right away!!!!

By Annie Pastuch on Apr 25, 2012

We are in Rockford, IL and rec’d. a letter today (same as above posts) from Christine Hay. Went on line and got here very quickly. Thanks!

By Bunny on Apr 26, 2012

I got mine today and it said the Vice President is “Christine Hay” and the number is 1-866-294-2974 When did 2 round trip airline tickets value at $1,298.00???!!! They wont be hearing from me…..dumb a$$es

By vicky on Apr 28, 2012

Yep…got my free tickets today!!! Whoopie!!! NOT!!!!!!! I think I will use this as a lesson in Consumer Education in my FACS class. Great example of why it is important to do your due diligence before falling for something that falls under the category of “sounds too good to be true”. Thanks for the lesson plan idea, US Airways!

By Misty on Apr 30, 2012

Our son David was sent the letter (with US Airlines as its header but without any address, in an envelope, also without return address) which arrived at our home in Bloomington, Indiana, today (April 30) with a deadline of May 3. David has been living and working in Spain for the past 20 years. The letter was signed by Christine Hay, vice-president; the number to call was 1-866-294-2411; the reference number at the bottom of the letter was GP-9xxxx. I (David’s father) called the number, was given an appointment for a week from next Saturday (May 12) with a travel agency in Indianapolis, website travelanddeals.com, who are supposed to send me (as David) an e-mail the preceding Thursday (May 10), after which I am supposed to call in for confirmation, 1-866-299-1009. I will need to show them a valid credit card (for identification purposes only). My annual income is supposed to be not less than something over $45,000, and my wife, but no children, must come with me. Someone called Kimberly Watts is supposed to be involved in the confirmation process. The retail value of this award is up to $1,298.00, which rather provokes me, because others before me have received tickets worth more, and I thought airline tickets were going up, not down.
Perhaps it is not necessary to say that we shall not be making the trip to Indianapolis to show our credit card or pick up our travel vouchers or tickets, and if Ms. Kimberly Watts does contact me, I shall direct her to this website.

By Clair on Apr 30, 2012

I thought I was special and a nigerian prince was going to fly me around the world. I so sad. The letter looks like something from “Scam kits for dummies”

By No Win on Apr 30, 2012

Got mine today in Ocala, FL and it’s also from Christine Hay 866 877-6952 I also won the Nigerian lottery… What a great day.

By PAUL on Apr 30, 2012

I received the same letter described by Vicky, above, on April 30, 2012. The letter was dated April 23, signed by Christine Hay and arrived in an envelope addressed to me in longhand (work at home scam?) with no return address and postmarked in Phoenix. I live in the Jacksonville, Florida area. I briefly toyed with the idea of calling the number and jerking them around some, but decided I had better things to do with my time. Be careful out there!

By Jim on Apr 30, 2012

I got the letter today, also from Christine Hay. The number on the letter is 1-866-287-2898. It also values two round trip tickets at $1,298.00. I suspected it was a hoax and found this site right away in a search.

By Amy on May 1, 2012

I got one today from Grace Pell….what a bunch of idiots; thinking that people would ever think this is the real deal!!

By Michelle on May 3, 2012

BOGUS!!

US Airlines? Really?

Grace Pell, VP, Take a flying leap!!

By Tom Collins on May 3, 2012

I GOT THE SCAM LETTER TOO FROM CHRISTINE FLAY@ 1866-294-2974 . SOMEBODY SHOULD HOLD THESE IDIOTS ACCOUNTABLE FOR MISLEADING GOOD FOLKS

By LARY on May 3, 2012

I just got my letter today. I’m from Orlando, FL. My hubby & daughter wanted me to call right away but I had that feeling that this may be a scam. Glad I checked. My letter was signed by Grace Pell & the # was 866-877-6979

By Stacey on May 3, 2012

Got a letter today from “Grace Pell”, here in Chicago (the letter appears to have been sent from Phoenix). Thanks for posting this information about it!

By James R. on May 3, 2012

Just got mine yesterday, too; from Grace Pell, 866-877-6987. The thing that made me think about calling was only a couple of days ago, I was on the US AirWAYS site making flight plans and having my (forgotten)frequent-flyer card number sent to me. So I thought, “Hmm… do I have more miles than I thought?” (Which is pretty much impossible since (A) there is no such airline as US Airlines and (B) I rarely fly US AirWAYS enough and the idea of already having enough points for anything other than a stick of gum is laughable).

But I digress; clearly this is a scam, and thanks to your great website, now it is confirmed.

By Judy on May 4, 2012

Got mine today in Greenville, SC from good old Grace Pell.

Sounds like “US Airlines” goes through a lot of Vice Presidents. I think they may need to rethink their hiring process.

By Tim on May 4, 2012

Darn! I too received a letter today here in Greenville SC. I’m very hurt that mine was sent by only the Vice President Grace Bell, not the President.

I called to yank the poor fellow’s chain. He wants to send me to 319 Darlington Rd. Suite D2 this coming Saturday. I’ll see y’all there, lol . . . .

By Drew on May 5, 2012

They are still at it. They appear to be presistant if nothing else. New letter received on 5/3/12 in Indiana with similar characteristics as some of the older letters. New number, 1-866-287-2306 being used and they are not signing withg a name any longer, just Awards Department.

By Laura on May 5, 2012

I recieved mine today in Chicago NW suburbs from Grace Pell, 866-879-7956 offering 2 tix @ $1400 postmarked from Phoenix. HOAX SCAM

By John on May 5, 2012

If you have actually ever traveled you know US Airlines does not exist. I am a US Airways Rewards Member so I figured it out immediately.

By Brenda on May 7, 2012

Oh and this VP is Grace Pell!

By Brenda on May 7, 2012

I just received my letter today in Illinois from Grace Pell. The call back number is 866-879-7956. I called and asked to speak to the owner Jack Keefe and the operator said that she had no one with that name available in the office. I also asked where I was calling and she told me Arizona. Everybody who receives this bogus award letter should call the number provided and have some fun with these people. I know that I will keep this number and give it to my friends to call just for fun. Enjoy.

By Chuck on May 7, 2012

got one from US Airlines too! 5/7/2012 these idiots!

By hawi on May 7, 2012

So I just got a letter today from Laura Mone the newest VP in the amount of 1398.00. Thinking I’m going to have my 4 year old call him and tell them about her day and how she wants to travel to the North Pole.

By GIblets on May 9, 2012

I recieved mine today in Chicago NW suburbs from Grace Pell, 866-285-8247 offering 2 tix @ $1298.00

By rich on May 10, 2012

We got ours today! My husband threw it out, but I loved reading these posts!

By carrie on May 10, 2012

I got my letter today in Chicago, IL. It looks like they made it to the Midwest this spring. The VP on the letter is Grace Pell (signed in blue ink). The phone number is 1-866-285-8095. I will try calling around 2 or 3 a.m. and see if anyone answers! If they do this has got to be a pretty big scam operation. These lowlifes are preying on people knowing that the economy sucks and some will jump at a chance of free travel.

By Seymour Butz on May 11, 2012

My husband got the exact same letter today in Massachusetts signed by Grace Pell in blue ink. Two tickets for $1,298. Glad I checked the internet.

By Cylee Walker on May 11, 2012

Just received one today (1st) in south-east Wisconsin. US Airlines, black ink, signed by “Awards Department” (1-866-277-1683).

No person listed anywhere on the documents.

Two tickets for up to $1,298.00

By Amanda on May 11, 2012

Live in Chicago area. Just got one today, signed by Grace Pell. Thanks for posting this information.

By SMW on May 12, 2012

We got one today also Grace Pell as VP but hey guys she changed companies. My letterhead says American Airways. (It’s American Airlines to be “real”) any way phone on mine is 866-285-8223

By Lisa on May 12, 2012

Got my letter today. I live in Palm Coast, FL and apparently I am going to miss out on a fabulous deal of $1,298 in airline tickets to a bogus US Airlines. Oh, signed by Grace Pell VP du jour, and the number is 866-284-1146. I wont be calling. Thank you so much for this blog!!

By Lisa on May 12, 2012

Yep, Grace Pell’s hand must hurt signing all these letters for “US Airlines.”

Let’s see:
- Chintzy looking letterhead
- Magically “qualifying” for these tickets
- Handwritten envelope
- Close-to-expiration “Must respond or someone else gets it!” date.
- “Almost” the same of a well known legit company.

Yeah, this sent up so many “It’s a scam” flares it was like the fourth of July in an envelope.

For reference and other search hits, the phone number for these scammers on this letter is 866-284-1146.

This is almost as good as winning a “free trip to Orlando!” (which I live… oh, a few minutes north of.)

By Eric on May 13, 2012

Grace Pell with a horribly sloppy signature warned that they tried contacting me “several times without success” which is funny since they have my mailing address and I’ve been here for years – so how would I miss the contact? And talk about CHEAP looking FAKE letterhead – just “US Airlines” and some symbol in black and off center!
They offered 2 free tickets for Continental U.S. travel, up to $1,298.00. What’s up with that amount – it looks sooo much more likely than $2000.00 ?!?
I typed “US Airl” and Google gave me all kinds of options with this being the top choice – so thanks for doing whatever it is you do. I’d much rather read this and get back to work than talk to some scammer!
I love the “GX-1xxxx” at the bottom of the letter – what? THAT makes this look real? Damn, the scammers have gotten really lazy with their fake forms. What ever happened to the good old days when a scammer worked for it, instead of just massive mailings hoping to find 1 or 2 suckers in a pool of thousands?

By Dan on May 14, 2012

I just received my letter in nwburbs of chicago from usairlines. Really? They also increased their voucher offer to $1,400.00. Seeing that this is the last attempt to notify me, ms grace pell, please feel free to issue the tickets too the alternate. phone number for the vp is 866-285-8095 for this scam. Where are the feds and postal inspectors on this bogus corp?

By Robert w wood on May 14, 2012

I received a letter with no return address from US airlines. Inside the letter is a check for 1400 dollars redeemable for a travel certificate. The check its signed Jane Rice. The company its from is Travel Union in phoenix Arizona. This is definately fraud! If its too good to be true that’s because it usually is!

By mari on May 14, 2012

I received a postcard today from USAir. The postcard has a picture of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner with the words “JetAway GetAway.”

This is what the postcard says: “Congratulations! You have been selected to receive 2 Roundtrip Airfares to any major hub in the continental US along with 3 days and 2 nights of complementary Hotel Accomodations. Call within 48 hours and you will also receive as a bonus a $100 dining gift card! We have been trying to contact you! This is not a time share or land sale offer. To claim this special offer simply call 1-800-843-2104. Certain restrictions apply. Call for details of participation. This offer is not sponsored by or affiliated with US Airlines but they are a major supplier. Taxes and reservation fees are the responsibility of the recipient. Offer void where prohibited by law. Not appllicable to Alaska or Hawaii.”

This is a scam. I’ll try to find out more information about these scammers.

By Anonymous on May 14, 2012

Yes, indeed. I got one today, too, from Grace Pell. And for all these months when I’ve seen this innocuous 866-number on my caller ID, I ignored their many attempts to reach me !!!! Thank you for this post.

By Ann on May 14, 2012

I just got one of these as well, $1,298. Made me laugh. I could see how some people could be fooled by that kind of thing, but there wasn’t much of a logo and none of the normal headers you’d see on this kind of mailing. Something with the letter just looks… wrong, even without reading the content.

By Erik on May 15, 2012

Just got one in Austin, TX signed by Lisa King with the value of $1,298. What a SCAM!

By Jim on May 16, 2012

I also received this letter and I called and made an appointment after all what did I have to lose. I was not signing anything.well I showed up they look at me and told me there was no room for me that there sorry for the inconvenience after I also confirmed the appointment 2 hrs before.There was elderly people only when I should up.I was rejected because I’m younger.THIS IS A SCAM FOR ELDERLY PEOPLE.

By Leo on May 16, 2012

Got mine today in the form of an “Award Notification”. Just a typed-out form, no name, no stamp. I live in Connecticut and the sender used a Postage Permit from Oklahoma City. The call back number was 1-866-217-3712. The sender was the non-existent “US Airlines” promising 2 round trip airline tickets worth up to $1,298. Very sad to see that they’ve been running this scam for 2 years now. Hate to think of the poor people duped into this. Not sure if it does any good, but I report all telemarketers that call my home to the Do Not Call Registry and will add this number as well.

By Lucy on May 16, 2012

I live in Indiana (as another poster commented) and I knew this was a scam as soon as I saw it (1) NO RETURN ADDRESS (2) MIS LEADING LOGO & COMPANY NAME – Very common in fraudulent practices. Anyway, the list goes on…even before I began to read the body of the letter. I was the advertising review coordinator for the BBB here in central indiana and this is such a classic. BTW…the BBB is a legitimate watchdog organization that researches, investigates, and listens to consumers when it comes to organizations like this. Just sayin’

By petite970 on May 17, 2012

Really, three years later and no one has shut them down? I just got one today May 17- 2012, from Phoenix Az. This one is signed by A Lisa King, who in which probably doesn’t even exist! If I were the real US AIRLINE’S I PROBABLY WOULD START A LAW SUIT! SCAM SCAM!

By Anna on May 17, 2012

I received this letter today, I knew it was a scam but I just wanted to see what they will tell me…so instead of using my personal cell phone, I called from gmail…which shows up as a call from Escondido, CA..as soon as I called I asked if I was talking to airlines company…the guy said yes…then I explained him that I received this award voucher for 2 free air tickets…then he asked me for the claim no….I asked him if there’s a website I want to look it up and claim it online myself just in case if it’s not scam…the guy tells me I can go to travelwhatever website and enter the claim no. then, the website will direct me to call them anyways…I said…well…looks like it’s a total scam…the guy literally says “whatever” to me…I told the guy,,,”if you were a real company and offering me these free tickets, then you would have been professional enough to talk to a customer, you’re a total scam” and hung up on his face….can’t believe people actually works to trick other people…

By smart girl on May 17, 2012

I live in the Indianapolis area and got one of these yesterday signed by Lisa King. Number was 866-223-6119. The unprofessional look of the letterhead was the first clue that it was a scam.

By Lynne L. on May 18, 2012

received one today from US Airlines with a signature from Lisa King “Vice President”, no return address and the phone number does not come up on any internet searches. Definitely throwing this away!

By Gina on May 18, 2012

I just received this in the mail, but there was no letter. Just a boarding pass. I knew it was a scam immediately, but I had to google it to see who else has received this.

By Debbie in Portland OR on May 19, 2012

Got my letter on the 14th from “Lisa King”. I’m in Indy. Knew it was a scam from the second I read the letter. There’s a special place in Hades for people like this.

By Rich on May 19, 2012

got one in Austin, Texas on 5/17, postmark is Phoenix Arizona 852
I was pretty sure that no airline would send me something with a hand written address & no return address, phone number is 1-866-223-8276
signed by “Lisa King, Vice President” ha! Check the internet before calling or buying things, there are so many scams out there!!! I got caught up in a fake shopping website once. Evil people are out there….

By Virginia on May 19, 2012

Received mine today in Wisconsin. No return address but said it was sent from Oklahoma city. Mine looked like a government document, not signed by anyone, everything was typed.phone number was 1866-223-3193. My voucher was good for up to $1,298. & looked completely fake. I hope someone gets these guys!!

By Megan on May 19, 2012

I got mine today. Signed by Lisa King and phone number 866-223-6119. Indianapolis, Indiana.

By AR on May 19, 2012

I got my letter today yay! I was suspicious of the no return address even before I opened it. Once I read the letter it was easy to identify it as a scam. Some things are just to good to be true. I won’t lie I did get a little excited daydreaming it was real but unfortunately there is no US Airlines and Lisa King is not the Vice President of the company.
I checked online and wound up here thanks for the blog and posts everyone.

By liesliestherealllies on May 19, 2012

I too received one of these fake letters, as a frequent flyer with U.S Airways, i immediately knew that this is a scam, U.S Airlines is a fake airline!! They can kiss my “Tiezza” Errie gou kouttit yemmey

By HushHush on May 21, 2012

Rec’d mine today from Lisa King. Phone Number is 1-866-223-6277. Not going to call and waste my time.

By Jay on May 21, 2012

Thanks for taking the time to make the call and making this public. I appreciate that.

By Joann on May 22, 2012

Recieved in mail 5-24-2012 – this scam is still goin’ strong.
North California
From “Awards Department”, 1-866-832-0779

>.> I wish this were real… I’ve never flown before…

By Meghan on May 24, 2012

Today is May 25, 2012 and my husband received his US Airlines Award Notification for 2 free flights to be claimed by June 4, 2012. Our # to contact is 1-866-217-2969 Awards Department. I wasn’t sure if my husband (who travels at times) had been bumped from a flight but then I saw it was US Airlines NOT US Airways so I am glad you are posting this stuff so I can see immediately, it is a SCAM! Thank you.

By Cheryl Lietzke on May 25, 2012

Just got mine and am on hold. Going to have a little fun….

The call is over now. It said in the letter “please call me today” and was signed Lisa King. I asked for Lisa. They told me she didn’t mean to call her personally. I replied that the letter specifically states “call me.” I asked the operator what does “me” mean? She told me Lisa comes in at 3:00am. I said, “Great. Here’s my number. Have her call me.”

I always consider it a win when I act as sincerely as possible and the scammer hangs up on me in frustration.

By Rick on May 25, 2012

Received a letter today and found your site on Google. The number they gave me is 866-223-3181. Signed by Lisa King.

By Dawn on May 25, 2012

Received mine today in Greenville, SC. Hand-addressed envelope. No return address. Metered out of Phoenix, AZ. From: AMERICAN AIRWAYS. Obviously not on company letterhead. Poorly typed. Phone # 1-866-220-0650 and signed by Lucille Dune, Vice-President. Totally not impressed and certainly not going to call. Off to the shredder. I hate to think of the people that will be pulled in by this. Especially, the elderly.

By Charis on May 25, 2012

Received one today from Lisa King, 1-866-223-3181. Can they go to jail for this?

By Michael Webber on May 26, 2012

I recieved mine a few days ago and called last night just to see…i kept asking them how they “picked me”. i went along with it for a while and the only information they asked was for an email. then they told me to go to Lomard, IL – I am from Joliet, IL Saturday at 10am and specifically told me not to bring anyone with me…uhh NO THANK YOU! Screw you Lisa King!

By Amber on May 31, 2012

Got the same letter today in Boston. This time it’s from “Denise Cale,” 1-866-841-1989. So ridiculous! Thanks for letting others know about this scam.

By Susan A. on Jun 1, 2012

06/01/12 northern Illinois. From Denise Cale. Vice President.1.866.841.1992

By Mike on Jun 1, 2012

I am from a south suburb in Chicago. I received one in the mail today. What a scam. Have not called the lady’s name is Denise Cale. Lucky all of you all I got was one page stating to call. What a waste of a stamp. I’m sure someone falls for this scheme. Hopefully more so no.

By Shannon on Jun 1, 2012

Received my “award notification” today for $1398. The # 1-866-219-0528 and signed by Dorothy Nale.

By Jen on Jun 2, 2012

They must be targeting Portland, Oreg. as I just received one today. Smelled a scam and googled it. Sure enough, I found this site and confirmed my suspicions. Mine didn’t even have a name on it. It was “signed” by the Awards Department. It’s going right into the recycle bin.

By Laury on Jun 4, 2012

Wow…I’m from Orlando, FL. Letter said this is their last attempt to contact us. One can only hope. It was from US Airlines looked like the one at the top of the page. From Denise Cale, Vice President. #1-866-841-1987. Did not call according to the letter I only have til Wed to reply. Not worth my time. Thanks to this web site!

By carol on Jun 4, 2012

I received a letter today in Boston, MA dated May 26, 2012 stating that I had qualified for 2 roundtrip tickets on US Airlines. The tickets were good for travel in continental USA with a retail value up to $1.298.00. The letter stated that they had attempted to contact me several times without success. This was their last attempt. Call 1-866-841-1989, Denise Cale, Vice President. As far as I know there were no attempts to contact me (thank goodness)!
I am glad to know about the scam. This scam needs to be stopped. As anyone reported this?

By Margaret on Jun 4, 2012

Im in the Mile High & got an actuall Check. Pay to the order of US Airlines on my behalf for $1400…Yea me!? Called & got an ext. mail box. Meh,theres no place like home anyway.

By wasabi mommy on Jun 5, 2012

I received a letter today in California dated May 29, 2012 stating that I had qualified for 2 roundtrip tickets on US Airlines. The tickets were good for travel in continental USA with a retail value up to $1.298.00. The letter stated that they had attempted to contact me several times without success. This was their last attempt. Call 1-866-493-9801, Sincerely, Awards Department. As far as I know there were no attempts to contact me.

Knew right off that it was a scam, thank you for having this website to keep track.

By Joe on Jun 5, 2012

I got my letter 5 June 2012, must reply by 6/12/12 2 free US Airlines tickets reference #HP-61xxx 1-866-493-9801 post marked Oklahoma city. Ok. Same letter with out a signature, from awards department. Form 645–HH Scanners will never learn.

By david in Sacramento, ca on Jun 5, 2012

yep, received my “award notification” today and would you believe that I “won” two round trip airline tickets from US Airlines! I thought it was very nice of them to award me free tickets after I have been so hard to get in touch with. Afterall, the letter indicated that they have tried to contact me multiple times and I must respond by 08 June. After some digging around, it looks like this belongs to universaltraveldeals.com. 1-866-219-2035. I certainly hope no one falls these scams.

By Doug on Jun 6, 2012

Received one frm ‘American Airlines” from VP Michelle Dalo. Same as the above – hand addressed, no return address, no official corporate stationary. Offering a $1398 voucher for two tickets to anywhere. Phone number is (866)535-7176. My cousin works for AA in corporate and he says this is totally a scam to pitch timeshares or some such pyramid scheme. Says the scammers have used other airline names or sound-a-likes. Avoid like the plague.

By Chicagoland on Jun 7, 2012

They’re still at it! Ours is as the “Award Notification” pictured above from US Airlines. Dates & contact phone numbers are different.

By Charlie on Jun 8, 2012

Got this letter in San Francisco Bay Area. They continue on. Thank you for this website!

By Susan on Jun 9, 2012

I received this award notification letter, today, so they are still at it, for sure. Mine came from AZ, was addressed by hand, the vice president is listed as Denise Cal, and the number to call is 1-866-803-9895. Yay! I’m a winner!!! LOL.

By Sierra Evans on Jun 10, 2012

Thank you & all the contributors for your posts. Glad I read this page.

By lisa on Jun 11, 2012

6-10-12 and the scammers are still going with it in the central CA area now! Our letter was just like the “Award Notification/Boarding Pass” pictured above from US Airlines.
The phone number they used on our notice was 1-866-493-9801 and it said it had to claimed by 6-12-12!
Our letter was sent prepaid postage from Oklahoma City, OK with Permit NO.324 without a postmark.
Someone needs to go after and prosecute these con artists!

By CentralCal on Jun 11, 2012

Same o, same o. Got the notice yesterday in the mail: 2 Round Trip Airline Tickets Worth Up To $1,298 Today! Came from Awards Department 1-866-535-7168. Must be claimed by June 19th, 2012 or it will be transferred to the alternate. My claim number is Ht-2xxxx. Check in time with US Airlines is 7:40am for a flight at 8:10am (no date for flight). Weird.

By Marsha in Sacramento, CA on Jun 13, 2012

Mine expires today. from “Denise Cale, Vice Presidnt” of “US Airlines”. I qualified for two round trip tickets worth $1,298.00!!!!!! (Certain Restrictions ApplY)

came in hand written envelope with no return address. Return phone number is 1-866-575-0464.

I am going to call this number and I urge everyone whor reads this blog to do the same. Let’s keep their “travel agents” so tied up with bogus calls they can’t function

By Rich on Jun 13, 2012

I live in Greenville sc and just received a travel check voucher in a mailout in which you tear off the sides. It appeared to be a check for 1,398.00m but only a voucer. Signed by Grace Bell. Call 866-530-1762. US Airlines. No return address. “May be withdrawn at any time”.

By Bill on Jun 13, 2012

I received a letter as well. sounds legit but now I will just tear it up. Mine is signed Ashley Hill Vice President and the phone is 1-866-235-5343

By lisa r on Jun 14, 2012

we received it yesterday signed by Denise cale,Vice president,phone number 1-866-598-9740.Address on envelop very neatly writen.letter has foot note HO-4xxxx.we are in IL

By n on Jun 15, 2012

Let me just start out by saying I don’t trust anything I get in the mail. I go with the saying, “if it sounds too good to be true, it is.” The envelope was addressed by hand (but almost looks like the type of font that appears to be handwritten. There is no return address. Anybody can print up this type of letter. There is absolutely nothing on it that looks official, including the bogus airline name. I knew it was fake immediately, but came online to see what others were saying. My phone number is: 1 (866) 351-5907. My letter is signed by A. Hill. It says HQ-8xxxx at the bottom. If you receive a letter from a supposed reputable business, then they would have their contact information on the letter. I don’t feel like calling and playing with the person on the phone. I would not give them the time of day.

By Peggy on Jun 15, 2012

Got one today from “American Airways”. Thanks for the post.

By steve on Jun 15, 2012

Received both the ticket vouchers/boarding passes and the letter. Oops! Missed the June 12, 2012 deadline to reply. Phone number on my letter: 866-398-1774. Postmarked Phoenix AZ and “signed” by Ashley Hill.

By SFnative on Jun 16, 2012

I just received another letter on by this outfit, only now it says “American Airways” at the top. So I called up and talked to one of their agents. He said the name of the company is “Universal Travel Deals .com. So I checked them out and sent the letter back to the registrant of their website: Namecheap.com aka Whoisguard.com, 11400 W Olympic Blvd Suite 200, Los Angeles Ca 90064. Their fax is 661-310-2107 I guess they never bothered to check and see if I’m on the direct Marketing Associations Opt Out list which I am. So I guess they are in violation of the law for spamming my mail box.

By AK on Jun 16, 2012

Well,
It is not “Dorothy Nale” any more folks. It is Ashley Hill.

By anotherscam on Jun 18, 2012

I just got my award notice today. My mom faxed it to me with a note about how I should call. My mom is 76 years old and just does not understand scams at all. She has been taken by a few. I may just call the number of 866-537-4525 and mess with these people as it went to my mom’s address. I had to google US Airlines because I had never heard of them…ha, wonder why.

By ABRhodes1970 on Jun 18, 2012

I got one today! I need to respond by June 20th and it was signed by Ashley Hill, Vice President. Yah!

By JM Chicago on Jun 18, 2012

Thank you for posting this information, I received same letter as SFnative, just after though my email was hacked, so not sure if this had anything to do with it.

By TARhodes on Jun 18, 2012

Ashley Hill is the new VP. Letter received in CT today.

By Lisa on Jun 25, 2012

Got one today, signed Ashey Hill. So bogus!

By Janet on Jun 25, 2012

Same scam but now here in FL under “American Airways”. Even has the same dbl offset triangles at the lower RH corner of the “Airline Name” (LOL).
The wording is identical. my letter is signed by Renee Cast, Vice President and dated 6/18/12.
The web site “universaltraveldeals.com” is amateurish at best. I was told the company is new and is tring to get their name out there by giving away these 2 roundtrip airline tickets. When I asked if they are trying so hard to get their name out there, why don’t they use their actual name instead of made up names like American Airways, there was silence, then mysteriously, the call somehow got disconnected, what a shame.
Isn’t it fun to just screw with them though.
Have a Blessed day!

By TF2 on Jun 25, 2012

Received ANOTHER one … I’m in Chicago suburbs. I get one of these maybe two time a year, funny how they always seem to find me:)

By Trish on Jun 26, 2012

I received a bogus letter dated June 18th, 2012 with the offer of 2 round trip airline tickets (US Airlines) with a stated value of $1,298. It was signed by Ashley Hill, Vice President – the phone number listed is 866-871-8069. Of course, there was no return address (post marked in Arizona) and the phone number is non-traceable using reverse phone number software – all obvious signs of a scam!!!!

By pete dumont on Jun 26, 2012

Got one today in Elgin, Illinois. Dated June 25th, signed by “Vice President” Jacklyn Bing (any relation to Chandler? ) number is 866 815-1607 code at bottom is HZ-8xxxx–Many details same as above posts: value of $1,298.00, no return address, mailed from Phoenix, AZ hand-addressed envelope–did anyone else notice their “website” includes TWA as one of the carriers? I hope no one gets taken by these people!

By notasucker on Jun 28, 2012

My turn here in Texas to get this letter all the way from Phoenix! Same “US Airlines” and signed by one of their many “Vice Presidents”. Jacklyn Bing Phone # 1-866-821-4248

Stupid Scam Artists!

By L. Dittfurth on Jun 28, 2012

Wow, this scam has been going on awhile. I just got a letter in the mail today. No signature just Sincerely, Awards Department. Phone number 1-866-764-7019. Two tickets worth up to $1,298. I am located near Wichita, KS.

By Herb on Jun 29, 2012

Just received my US Airlines letter. So glad for the internet. Thanks for al the posting against this scam.

By Fanny on Jun 30, 2012

today we received our letter. Looks like this scam has left the Columbus and Pittsburgh areas and is now headded for the Chicago area and suburbs.

By kld on Jun 30, 2012

Scam now in Texas. VP is Jacklyn Bing. Same letter as mentioned earlier. 866-821-4248.
Obviously fake letter.

By Jayne on Jul 3, 2012

I received a letter from US Airlines for 2 roundtrip tickets for $1,298.00 on June 25, 2012.

By Jody on Jul 3, 2012

The scam has made its way to Kansas. The stupidity of these people – it’s an obvious scam, but I checked it anyway. Just the name US Airlines, a combo of US Air (legitimate) or United Airlines (also legit) rang a bell for me.

By Eilene on Jul 3, 2012

I go a letter with US Airlines not official and only in Black and white, it says all the same thing but the name is Jacklyn Bing and 1-8660759-4702

By Alan on Jul 6, 2012

Do these scammers not know that the internet is still here. This is a 1990 scam

By Miodrag on Jul 7, 2012

Ditto. The name is Jacklyn Bing, but phone # is 866-759-4701. The “award is up to” amount is $1298, rather than $1,400. I’m in Belvidere, IL.

By Charlie on Jul 7, 2012

yeah I just received this in the mail today, said “CALL US at 1-866-764-7018 to claim your 2 round trip airline tickets worth up to $1,298 today!” It’s not signed by anyone and it says that they have tried contacting us several times, it said the boarding time was 7:40AM and takeoff was 8:10am dang and i was actually excited.. going to Hawaii in a few months and thought I was getting a free ride there! I knew it was a scam since i didn’t enter any contests for free airline tickets!

By Emily on Jul 7, 2012

I received a letter today 7/7/12 from Jacklyn Bing, Vice President. Phone number is 866-759-4719. So glad there’s a place to check this out.

By King Marie on Jul 7, 2012

YEP! Got one too! This one is signed by Amelia Luna and is for $1398.00 from Travel Union in Scottsdale, AZ phone is 1-866-746-4406

By Beth on Jul 9, 2012

I recieved this letter today 7/9/12 in a hand written envelope, states I must respond no later than July 11th 2012, and is signed by Jacklyn Bing, phone # 1-866-759-4702. I knew it was a scam right of way and just wish I could take it or send it someone for investigative purposes!

By Wally on Jul 9, 2012

Rec’d mine today as well, signed by Jacklyn Bing, phone # 1-866-779-7459.

By Kimono on Jul 9, 2012

my sister got this letter in the mail and gave it to me because she didn’t fly so the first thing i saw is the name of the airline so i google it and got this site the name on her letter is sign by amelia luna and the number is 1-866-746-4406 the travel agent is travel union scottdale az 85251 post mark june 28,2012 need to respond by july 12 2012 wow i can’t believe then people are still at it by the way we live in florida and they have got a hold lot better with there letter because this one look real only thing give them away is the name of the air lines i didn’t call the number but almost did until i saw the name of the airline if people wasn’t a wear of the airline they could easy be fool think god for site like this one

By sandra on Jul 10, 2012

I got mine today for 2 tix worth up to $1298.00 and signed by Kerry Dyer Vice President with phone# 1-866-546-1689 but there is one discrepency letter was posted July 9th 2012 and note said it has to be respond no later than June 18th, 2012

By Sam on Jul 11, 2012

They’ve changed their strategy again. Now instead of a letter, they send what looks like a check “pay to the order of: US Airlines on behalf of [Your Name]”
A small letter is attached at the perforated seam that says thing like “We’ve tried contacting you several times. This is your last chance to respond” and “Call now to see if you qualify”, which tells me that I really haven’t won anything. The phone # listed is 1-866-739-0431, and surprisingly there were no hits on google connected to this #. I’ll be reporting this to the Scottsdale, AZ BBB.

By Heather on Jul 12, 2012

Got a letter from them a while back which I ignored – just got another one from a Kerry Dyer (Vice President ‘nach). Postmark is Pheonix and the phonenumber is 1-866-546-1689.

By Verne Arase on Jul 13, 2012

Just received this same thing! My sister caught it with the voucher saying “airlines” instead of “airways” as she just booked tickets on US Airways! Goes to show you what this country has become with these little marketers messing with people and somehow staying in business. Mine was bogus and I wish I could find that little piss ant worm and stuff the voucher well I’ll stop! Pretty sad!

By Joel on Jul 15, 2012

Received my award notification voucher for 2 round trip tickets today. Mine is the one that looks like a check for $1398.00. So glad for the internet!!

Postmarked from AZ and phone number is 866-727-9276. Suzanne Jill is the authorized signature.

By LuLu on Jul 16, 2012

“Received my award notification voucher for 2 round trip tickets today. Mine is the one that looks like a check for $1398.00. So glad for the internet!!

Postmarked from AZ and phone number is 866-727-9276. Suzanne Jill is the authorized signature.

By LuLu on Jul 16, 2012″

I’m in Indiana, BTW.

By LuLu on Jul 16, 2012

I got mine today for 2 tix worth up to $1298.00 and signed by Kerry Dyer Vice President with phone# 1-866-546-1689 but there is one discrepency letter was posted July 13th 2012 and note said it has to be respond no later than June 18th, 2012—
I think that if you booked tix thru an online agent e.g. Orbitz or Tzoo they gotten your info that way, so BTW how many of y’all made a long distance or high value trip but also got phone calls asides this letter?

By thaibu on Jul 16, 2012

Thanks for all of your posts. I received my letter the other day and wondered who US Airlines were? I am in Chicago and the phone number on it is 866-568-6314 from Kerry Dyer vice president with the code JH-8xxxx on the bottom. This looks unprofessional which set off a red flag immediately.I am just sad that people fall for this…but happy that we can all communicate vis the internet to protect ourselves.

By Tracy on Jul 18, 2012

I just received the exact same letter today signed by vice president kerry dyer. us airlines give me a break. i believe i also received several phone calls from these same people, the only reason i answered they do not stop calling one right after the other, like four times in a row. just three days ago they called and had to answer to get them to stop calling it was at 11:45 at night. thank god for this site because when i searched the number it did not come up.

In Florida

i feel sorry for the people that fall for this and taken advantage of

By Robert Reilly on Jul 18, 2012

Got the voucher portion today. Was instantly skeptical so I started searching and found this site. Mine is postmarked Oklahoma City OK number:1-866-546-1688 mine doesn’t even have a website on it anywhere.

By Amber on Jul 18, 2012

Got one dated July 9th, 2012. Signed by Kerry Dyer phone # 1-866-546-1767. Anyone figure out where they are buying our addresses from? I am in Palm Bay, FL. and do not have my address listed in phone book, so must be buying them from somewhere or some site that I have used in the past. Just curious!

By Marie on Jul 20, 2012

My wife recieved one,dated July 16 2012. phone number,which I called and had some fun with,is..1-866-493-9769. Ours was from the VP,Kerry Dyer,so I asked to speak with her directly,I was placed on hold,and after a few minutes,I hung up and called back and gave them the buisness,and told them to”get a real Job,and stop trying to scam people out of thier hard earned pay”. It is amazing to me the lenghts people go to trying to steal,if they only put that effort toward something good,and positive,this world would truly be a better place. Thanks for listening.

By Chip on Jul 20, 2012

I just got one of these. Signed by Jacklyn Bing. Phone number to call is 1-866-779-7459. I’m in the Austin, TX area, but was sent from Phoenix, AZ (in case their canvasing by area).

Second scam in this load of mail. I wish I could just delete my physical mailing address…

By Jared on Jul 20, 2012

I received my letter today post marked 07/18/2012 from Phoenix AZ. The number to call is 1-866-779-4439 and the award amount is also $1,298.00.

Uh, hello? Do people actually fall for these things?

I guess so, since they’ve been doing this for years!!

People please!

Thanks for posting all of this. I knew it was a scam, but it was easy to prove with this site.

By Chris Hegley on Jul 21, 2012

this people got me so tiered with there crap they keep sending me this stupid letters , with diferent numbers what can i do to stop them

By miguel on Jul 23, 2012

I received one of these lovely, photo copied letters today. They are happy to inform me that I have won 2 roundtrip airline tickets with a value of $1298.00:)
The toll free # is 1-866-493-9769 and it is signed by VP-Kerry Dyer.
It is postmarked from Phoenix, AZ and I live in MA. The envelope is handwritten with my address with NO return address on it. Big clue!!

By Sabaville on Jul 23, 2012

Got a letter today with a voucher for 1,398.00 towards 2 round trip tickets. Call 1-866-493-1493 and give reference number JN-4xxxx to certify the voucher. Suzanne Till signed mine. Also says to call to see if I qualify in the letter.

By Shawn on Jul 24, 2012

I am in S.W. Florida and received mine today. The Phone number listed is 1-866-493-1492. I have to say they make the letter look very official, as it looks like a check. I hope that with information like this available that not too many people fall victim to this mess!

By Sam on Jul 25, 2012

Received same letters in SE Florida mid July. New it was a scam right away and after finding this blog, am amazed the scam has been going on for at least 2 years! Mine is from US Airlines, signed by “VP Ashley Hill”. I’m planning to report it to the US Postal Inspection service. Didn’t bother to call, don’t need the aggravation!

By Kathy on Jul 26, 2012

Just received mine in the mail, signed Jacklyn Paul. With an award voucher worth $1,298.00. They can issue it to the alternate, thanks but no thanks!

By Michelle on Jul 26, 2012

received a similar letter today. i qualified for 2 round trip airline tickets worth $1298.00.
from “US AirLines”. a Jacklyn Paul is the VP that signed it.

it looked suspicious, with the hand written envelope and normal stamp with no return address. so I did some research and found this blog. I decided to have some fun with these wankers. I called up and asked to talk to the VP that signed, I refused to speak to anyone else about anything. was put on hold for about 5 minutes, finally someone picked up the phone claiming to be the VP. I unloaded on her, I explained that the attempted scam letter is very amateurish, she ask how a jackass like me would know that, and I told her I was a computer forensics expert with the local law enforcement, trained in recognizing scam methods. she then stated yelling at me that her company was going to sue me for defamation and slander. I in a very calm voice (trying not to laugh) said I look forward to it and as I have sent the letter to the Phoenix, AZ. Attorney Generals office 9it was sent from Phoenix) and the Boston, MA. Attorney Generals office (that’s where I live), and to the FBI fraud center as it is a federal office because it crosses state lines, and that I have asked the local law enforcement to trace the phone number back to the phone service that supplies it and from there I will be able to find the local LEC that services the number and from there I would be able to find out who ordered the line.

She yelled F*** YOU and slammed the phone down.

Trolling scammers can be fun!!!

By Craig on Jul 26, 2012

I received a check like document today from US Airlines in the amount of $1400.00 As many of you have done I’m planning on reporting this to the US Postal Inspection service. This document came from Travel Union, Phoenix, AZ. I’m glad someone took the time to post info on this scam.

By Rita on Jul 28, 2012

Received mine July 26, 2012 (dated three days earlier), signed by Jacklyn Paul, an alleged Vice President, for an award “up to $1,298.00.” Code at the bottom was JT-7xxxx. It says “We may need ot issue the ticket vouchers to the alternate.” I hope they do.

By Jeff on Jul 28, 2012

I received the letter today, 28 July 2012 from US Airlines. Signed Jacklyn Paul, Vice President. The envelope has no return address, but was postmarked from Phoenix, AZ. Also the phone number to call is 1-866-427-7990.

By Bill on Jul 28, 2012

Just got a letter today from an Awards Department for US Airlines from Oklahoma City. It was made to look like a tax document and was marked with “Notice Urgency: EXTREME”. There was less personal info from the sender (probably to avoid prosecution), but otherwise, everything was the same as mentioned above. I hadn’t heard about the scam before, but I recognized it as such. Got burned by a scam before, so I’ve become a bit more savvy. (Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.)
We live in Des Moines.

By Mark on Jul 28, 2012

Just as others before me, I had received this today( NW burbs of Chicago), July 30th with a respond date of Aug 1, signed by VP Jacklyn Paul, amount of $1298.00….All I have to say is that I understand how people get scammed into things like this, but come on people….USE COMMON SENSE. If you get a piece of mail with no return address, your name and address hand written, and a paper stamp, it has to make you think….I am glad that sites like this pop up when you google the Fake Company. This has provided for about 15 minutes of pure entertainment.

By ron on Jul 30, 2012

I just recieved my too good to be true letter today! The vice President name signed was Jakyln Paul. Thanks for posting info. that I could easly find.

By Linda Groat on Jul 30, 2012

I got a “TRAVEL CHECK VOUCHER” “FINAL NOTICE” in the mail for $1400…from US Airlines. It is signed by…Renee Cast. The phone number to call is: 1-866-481-2535.

I am in San Antonio, Tx.

I had never heard of this before and knew that I had not entered into any contests. After the phone number to call, it said, “This is not a timeshare or land sales offer”, which automatically told me there was something fishy about it.

By Judy on Jul 31, 2012

I got one today in Chicago postmark was Phoenix. Signed Jacklyn Paul Vice President. Phone: 866.480.7558. Mine was only good for $1298.00, though.

By gretchen on Jul 31, 2012

Received mine today. “Authorized Signature:” Renee Cast

Phone #: 1-866-432-5769

By Jan on Aug 1, 2012

Got my letter today in sunny south Florida. Apparently the VP was able to shed one of his/her menial tasks and was able to hire an “authorized signature” person by the name of Renee Cast. My Award Notification came from Phoenix, AZ, Permit NO. 1484. The letter looks like a W-2 as others described. The contact number is 1-866-481-6530. The letter hand an attached check in the amount of $1,398.00. Other pertinent info on the check was what appears to be a business address. Travel Union, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, 98-689926/231047.

By Brian on Aug 1, 2012

Got. Telegram from them tOday. Number is 8772826798.

By Breezer on Aug 2, 2012

I just received this mail, and it seems their product is getting better. No handwritten, looks deceptively like a government form, and with FINAL NOTICE their number

1`866-669-7556

No signatures….etc.

Looks like their cleaning it up…

By Chris B on Aug 3, 2012

Got mine today. Vancouver Wa sent from Oklahoma city

By Tim on Aug 3, 2012

Wow. This scam has been going on for a couple of years. I got a letter this week in the Pittsburgh area. Thankfully it even looked fake. It was signed by Jacklyn Paul and the # was 866-384-5167.

By Sandy on Aug 4, 2012

We agree with Chris B…got the same voucher, with same return “866″ number. However, not getting better, just not as intellectually callenged. Still haven’t figured out there exists no such animal as “US Airlines”. Probably afraid of a true lawsuit by US Airways for faudulent use of a trademarked name. I’d say you got to love their creativity, but their not even that,

By Dean & Janie on Aug 4, 2012

Same as Breezer. Got it today. One of those documents like a paystub or 1099 where you remove the sides and then pull it open. Says “We have attempted contacting you several times…”. Doesn’t appear as lame as the earlier versions but still pretty obviously a fake. number on this one is 866-669-7556. Its sad to think that if they have been doing this for several years it must be working.

People google this stuff before you call!

By Brad on Aug 4, 2012

If it is too good be true. Don’t believe it. Got letter Jul 31. American Airways on top of page. According to this letter . Congratulations you have won 2 round trip tickets to anywhere in U.S. retail value $1,398.00. I have to respond by Aug.8th. Give me a break as if I will call this number 1-866-384-4559. My sister in NY is very sick and is dying and I would love this to be true. I live in FL. These people need to quit messing with peoples hearts and minds. Damn them Damn them all

By cheryl on Aug 6, 2012

I got one of these “final notices” in the mail today. It looks very official but I got suspicious because the letter says they have tried to contact me several times. Not possible that anyone could try to contact me more than once and fail… New number that I don’t see listed above 1-888-429-0837.

By DeAnna on Aug 6, 2012

I got one today too. Mine also looked very official. I thought it was some tax document. It was signed, “Sincerely, Awards Department.” LOL. Only worth $1298 (that must look more believable than $1300). I wonder how many people fall for this stuff? Enough to waste the postage $$$ I guess. =\

By Dawn on Aug 9, 2012

Got my letter today and it appears we have a new Vice President! Joanne Crane is the new name now. I live in Illinois.

By michele on Aug 9, 2012

I got one about a half an hour ago. It is the standard form letter from the top of this site. It is signed by “Joanne Cane” (signed with a pen as “J Cane”) and the toll-free number has changed to 1-866-646-0109.

These people suck.

By JoAnne on Aug 10, 2012

got mine today that is signed by J. Paul. number 1-866-384-4895 from Arizona.

By tom on Aug 10, 2012

Got one today – look official – but I knew better – check online, led me here. I did not call, I think it is just sad that we really can trust anything anymore.

By Elizabeth on Aug 10, 2012

Two years later and they are still at it…. Hand addressed, Real stamp (maybe), postmarked in Phoenix. Signed by VP Joanne Cane at phone number 1-866-646-0106.

By Diane on Aug 11, 2012

I received on today and oddly enough am working with a travel company and thought it was from them – coincidence. I’m glad I looked before I dialed! Why on earth has this been going on for over 2 years and no one has stopped it?

By Heather on Aug 11, 2012

I got a few notices and then received my Final Notice yesterday. I checked everything out online but decided to call and see what they had to say. The call sounds like it is being transferred a few times then a british female recording answers. After a minute or so on hold “Tom” answered and said it was for a Wholesale Travel Agency called Travel Deals Express (traveldealsexpress.com is supposed to be their website) and they are affiliated with Expedia. You have to sit through a demonstration about their travel agency and they will give you 2 free airline tickets for anywhere in the contential US but YOU HAVE TO PAY THE TAXES AND FEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE TICKETS. The number I called was 1-866-213-0761. “Tom” was very nice and when I told him I wasn’t going to be interested he didn’t try to pressure me, he politely thanked me and then we hung up. Not your normal telemarkteer.

By Jen on Aug 11, 2012

Hello, All!
It is now August 11th and we JUST received our very own “US Airlines” Voucher/Award Notification. Like yours, ours is a voucher for $1400, which must be redeemed by August 17th…and, like you, we realized there is no US Airlines and figured something must be “up”, as they say. I’m still not sure how an organization profits from this…they certainly went to a lot of trouble printing these out/buying a mailing list…ours is a very professional-looking check/computer-generated letter, letterhead…the whole 9 Yards.
Any additional information would be appreciated and I’ll keep an eye on this site…thanks again! – johnny and ulrika

By Ulli & Johnny on Aug 11, 2012

Yep,Got mine Saturday,said they have been trying to contact me,bull.This is my final notice a check for 1,398.00.By Aug 16th.Signed
Linda Rey. 1-866-213-1929.Im from Illinois.

By Donna on Aug 12, 2012

August 12, 2012. I received my letter yesterday–just a letter–giving me a response date of August 15th. Same info and the amount is up to $1,298.00. The phone number is 1-866-651-0325 and the V.P. is now Joanne Cane. I’m from a NW suburb of Chicago. Glad I found this blog!

By Rita on Aug 12, 2012

They are persistant with mailings back to 2010. Why is it this crap is not against the law. Got my letter from Joanne today Aug 13th

By Ronald on Aug 13, 2012

Mine arrived today, August 13, 2012, in KS. It was also signed Joanne Cane. I am considering turning the letter over to the KS State Attorney General. It is clearly a fraud.

By Debbie on Aug 13, 2012

I got my letter today dated August 6th, 2012. It was signed by Joanne Cane.
First of all, in proper business format, the date would be August 6, 2012. NOT 6th. Second, there is no return address.
Third, if I had truly won, there would be documents to sign, legal affidavits, etc. This says, “qualified.” That means we’re doing a marketing mail-out to you; please call so we can sell you something.

By A on Aug 13, 2012

Got my letter today (Aug 13)signed by Joanne Cane. I always check phone numbers I don’t know.

By Frank on Aug 13, 2012

I have received my letter today, August 13. I must act on a deadline no later than August 15, 2012. I

I was wise enough to check the intent of this letter. These people don’t act professionally. I wonder how in the world they get my address? I could tell this company was not professional. Therefore it is a scam. Do not call these prople. They are trying to make a living out of poor people. US Airlines Scam, stop it now or eventually you will get sewed.

By Jo

By Jo Dorleans on Aug 13, 2012

Received my letter today must act on it by August 15, 2012. Address was hand written, year was listed as 20120. Signed J Care for Joanne Care, Vice President, Post marked was from Phoneix Arizona on August8, 2012, no return address. Can’t believe they are still scamming. Any advice whether we all should contact Attorney General Office/consumer division. I guess there is no way to track who is perpetuated this and trying to scam people. Phone number is 866-651-0117

By Laurie on Aug 13, 2012

Recieved mine today in southwestern Pennsylvania. Also signed Joanne Cane.

By Le on Aug 14, 2012

My wife received this same letter on Aug 6th, must respond by Aug 15th. Same letter as the posted by everyone but was signed by Joanne Cane and phone number 866-618-9974. I didnt even realize when I read the letter that the company was US Airlines, I thought it was from USAir. Thank you for making this avail, It all looked and sounded very phony.

By Tim on Aug 14, 2012

I got a non negotiable check today for $1,398.00. “This must be redeemed by August 21, 2012. If you do not claim your certificate, it will be transferred to the alternate.” The phone number I am to call is 866-569-6094. The check has a routing number and account number at the bottom. Also a claim code is at the top of the check. It says Travel Union Scottsdale, AZ 89251 then under that it has 16-48xxxx/28xxxx.
Beware, there is not an Airlines with this name.

By Elizabeth W. on Aug 14, 2012

Got one today-tried to google the phone number
1-866-568-8310-nothing came up- typed in awards department and this popped up- thanks for the heads up-

By holly on Aug 14, 2012

Got my final notice today.They finally made it to Vegas. Their call back number was 1-866-586-8050.

By Arlene on Aug 14, 2012

Arriving in Chicago too. Also hand signed, hand addressed envelope with individual stamp. Lots of effort for such a poor scam.

By CP on Aug 15, 2012

I wasn’t left out! LOL. Hitting the Wichita, KS area. Letter dated Aug 13th, respond by the 22nd, call 866-568-9312, signed Joanne Cane. What a bunch of losers they must be.

By Not a Sucker on Aug 17, 2012

Thanks for the notice, got one in the mail today, I’m in Saratoga Springs, UT. # was 866-569-0092 signed by Joanne Cane.

By Mike on Aug 17, 2012

My husband received a letter today. Same hand written envelope with the same verbiage as the letter posted above. We are located in Wichita, KS. His letter was signed by Joanne Cane, with a call back number of 866-568-9312.

By Leah on Aug 17, 2012

I received my letter in the mail today. Signed by Joanne Cane with a phone number of 1-866-569-0298. Definitely bogus, not even going to bother to call. My first red flag was that there is no such thing as US Airlines lol. Thank you to everyone that posted on here before me so as to reassure me that this was simply a scam.

By Megan on Aug 18, 2012

I live in Washington state and received mine yesterday, 8/17. No envelope, the entire thing is computer generated, with no signatures They are obviously trying different tactics..

By Brian on Aug 19, 2012

Mailed August 9, 2012, received on August 17th, 2012. Its a typed letter same as above, signed “Joanne Cane, Vice President” with a wet signature. Phone number 1-866-646-0150. My first sign this was not legit was that the envelope was handwritten to me with no return address & postmarked from Arizona.

By Amy on Aug 20, 2012

I received a letter stating information the same as everyone else… i notified my local consumer fraud division about this as i knew it was a scam right away!

By Greg Davis on Aug 20, 2012

Just recieved my letter in mail today, looks like a government document, that states FINAL NOTICE from US Airlines,Awards Department Division for 2 round airline tickets including baggage. phone number 1-866-977-8325 no signature, but I sure would love to know who the head of this scam is,and feel sorry for the ones that fall for it.

By CandI on Aug 20, 2012

We got ours today in Wichita KS from Joanne Cane 866-568-9312. Sheesh!

By Christiane Doom on Aug 20, 2012

letter dtd 08/06/12; must respond no later than 08/15/12. hand addressed with stamp; envelope postmarked Phoenix AZ. Handwritten signature J Cane, typed signature Joanne Cane, Vice President.
Letter requests return call to 1-866-618-9974.
Received in Wichita KS
Hope authorities can shut down this scam.

By Jeff on Aug 21, 2012

Received a postcard for the Delta “Fly Away Promotion” yesterday. Mail permit #2736 from Las Vegas, promo code DNB-0xxx and to claim the special offer I simply had to call 1-888-639-6990.

Also posted in the Delta thread.

By Candy on Aug 21, 2012

We got our award of 2 roundtrip tickets anywhere in the U.S. We are in Naples Fl. Called 866-569-0310 and started asking to speak to one of the many vice presidents and they hung up. V.P. name Joanne Cane

By greg on Aug 21, 2012

Got my letter today for $1298 the amount threw me off. lol why a odd number. Im in Wichita ks looks like the number for the same town are all the same 8665689312 signed by Joanne Crane.

By Justin on Aug 22, 2012

Got mine on 8-14-12. Worth $1,298.00 Joanne Cane wanted me to call 1-866-568-9312. I’m also in Wichita, KS. I called from my work phone and guess what – no-one knew who Joanne Cane was. Dang and I wanted to go to the beach too.

By Jamie on Aug 22, 2012

Got ours in the mail today. Award notification: final notice, we have attempted contacting you on several occasions. last chance to respond. Sent with a very real looking check for $1398.00 from US AIRLINES. Thankfully husband noticed the difference in airlines before he called. number they said to call 1-866-569-4331. ********SCAM***********

By Heather on Aug 22, 2012

Got one in the mail today 8/22/12. Do they really expect people to fall for this? The logo is printed and cheesy looking. They wanted me to call 866-568-2254

By Michelle on Aug 23, 2012

Got mine in the mail today 8/23/12 here in Florida, and I am supposed to respond by 8/23/12.
Gee….that was my first clue…..
Same official looking document, sealed as if from the IRS. Said to call 866-569-4331
On the bottom it states, “This is not a timeshare or land sales offer.”
*snort!*

By Ginny on Aug 23, 2012

Got an American Airways letter dated 8/20/2012 from Carin Kane. Same as everyone else on the text of the letter. Phone number 1-866-407-1426. Anyone know where they are getting the names and addresses to send these letters to? Somebody must be falling for this or it wouldn’t be worth while for them to send out the letters.

By JC on Aug 23, 2012

Received mine yesterday, I’m in the Denver Area, called and they are wanting appointments set up this weekend. I’m not touching this one. Thanks for the warnings!

By donna on Aug 24, 2012

My father received his letter on 8/23/12. It says he must reply by 8/28/12. The voucher is for $1400.00. The number is 1-866-445-9848. VP, Dorothy Joy. KM-57087.

The FINAL NOTICE envelope actually looked really good, so they are getting better at making it look official. It no longer comes in an envelope. Where postage should be it says: PRSRTSTD U.S. POSTAGE, PAID, PHOENIX ARIZONA, PERMIT NO. 1484.

Hope this helps.

By Dee on Aug 25, 2012

Got my letter today, 8/25/2012. Live outside of Wichita, KS. VP name on the letter is Jill Taye (typed) but handwriting says “J. Tay”…can’t even copy text from one line to the next! Phone # is 866-568-0147. This has been going on, according to this site, since 2010. Can’t someone stop these people already?

By David on Aug 25, 2012

Received a final notice. Knew it was a scam because they couldn’t even get my personal information correct. Not too mention I had not entered anything. I see this has been going on for at least two years. Somebody must be falling for it. And it’s too bad that they don’t get caught and prosecuted.

By Jane on Aug 26, 2012

Got my letter last week. Finally had time to look at it. It was my “final notice”. They have made several attempts at contacting me. (Right) Anyone who is legit or wants money from me knows how to get a hold of me the first time. Mine was the award notification recorded 8/22/2012, with a claim number Ku-4xxxx. This one was just signed by the Awards Department. Thanks for you blog on this. Be careful.

Vance

By Vance on Aug 26, 2012

Got my letter w/check (voucher)for $1,400 today, 8/27/2012. Award Notification from US Airlines, Travel Union, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Placed it in the shredded after reading these reviews.

By Regina Z on Aug 27, 2012

Recieved my letter today, lmao. I knew it was a scam, because the envelope was hand printed and letter signed by Jill Taye Vice President

By Colleen on Aug 27, 2012

Received my letter from U.S. Airlines today. I’m from the Wichita area. Phone number to call is 1-866-568-0147. Amount of award is $1,298.00. I must respond by August 29th, 2012. Letter signed by J. Taye (Printed below the signature is Jill Taye, Vice President)

By Kevin on Aug 28, 2012

Thank you!

By Danny Williams on Aug 28, 2012

Add Oregon to the list…..we received one yesterday for US Airlines..number to call back is 1-866-931-9323 and it was typed: Sincerely, Awards Department

By Carol Miller on Aug 29, 2012

Also got my letter with (voucher) of $1,400 for travel within the continental US.
Award Notification (also a “Final Notice) from US Airlines, Travel Union, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. My (suspicous) husband got online and and confirmed the SCAM!!!

By Anna Velez on Aug 30, 2012

Recieved my letter today from Jill Taye @ USAirlines. Thought it was most likely a scam & found this site! Thanks.

By Dave on Sep 1, 2012

And the scam continues….’retail value of award is up to $1298.00.’
signed Jill Taye (vice president). Fortunately, their previous attempts to contact were without success, and this is their ‘last attempt’.

By Lucky in Iowa on Sep 2, 2012

just received fake letter signed by Jill Taye (vice president)!!!! I am in Lower Burrell, PA. Thanks for the heads up.

By jayne on Sep 4, 2012

This is crazy, just received my voucher today from “US Airlines”. It was in the amount of $1,398.00 Phone number: 866-946-3616 How do people get away with this nonsense!!! Thank you posting this website.

By Susie on Sep 4, 2012

Received mine today. Looked at the cheesy letterhead with a bogus Airline name and the fake signature line and my first thought was….it’s definitely a scam…..so googled it and here I am. Amazing that they are still attempting this even after years of posts here letting folks know what a joke it is. Not even going to call because they probably have caller ID and will just turn around and sell my phone number to the next marketing scam they think they can make money on. Thanks for all the great feedback. Made my day knowing there a lots of folks out there they won’t be able to get their mitts on.

By CCowie on Sep 4, 2012

Got letter today, Indianapolis,Indiana
signed by D Joy, and phone number 1-866-946-3622. Mined is a written check dated 8-21-2012 and mailing received 9/4/2012 which requires responding to today. It is all professional typed looks very official. Thanks for the heads up on this one.

By Connie on Sep 4, 2012

Add Massachusetts to the list. Received my letter today with an offer for 2 roundtrip tickets anywhere in the US with a retail value of $1298 signed by Renee Wade, VP. Envelope looked cheesy with the hand written address and no return address. Postmark is from Pheonix, AZ. Thanks for all the posts confirming the scam.

By Rich on Sep 5, 2012

Looks like they are picking on Iowa. Harvest time and then vacation time.

By Joe Office on Sep 5, 2012

Got the letter today. Red flags flew immediately. Thanks for the info. I’ll share this webpage with my friends on Facebook and ask them to share it out too. It’s too bad some people actually fall for this stuff. That’s how these crooks stay in business. Regards

By Steve in Iowa on Sep 5, 2012

Another from Massachusetts. Received my letter today with an offer for 2 roundtrip tickets anywhere in the US with a retail value of $1298 signed by Renee Wade, VP. Envelope looked cheesy with the hand written address and no return address. Postmark is from Pheonix, AZ. Thanks for all the posts confirming the scam.

By Bob in MASS on Sep 6, 2012

I got a mailing today and immediately was suspicious because of US Airlines. I called anyway, made an appointment and came home to check this out. I appreciate all the postings I read and will not be keeping the appointment. The only info I gave was my cell phone #. I hope that wasn’t a mistake. The young man I spoke to seemed nice enough but a little bit uncomfortable. That should also have been a red flag for me. I live in Albuquerque, NM.

By Patricia Grossman on Sep 6, 2012

Got this in the mail today. I live in Oklahoma. Doubt they go by states, not sure how we got on the list, but I’m a frequent flyer since 1995, so maybe they get names via airline lists somehow. Scary. Looking at it and being very familiar with airlines, travel, flight schedules, boarding passes…. Well, it really looked like a scam just from the outside of the “government-looking” folded card. Mine looks identical to the pictures posted here in 2010, but the phone number this time is 1-866-931-6778. No doubt they have numerous variations of “800-type” numbers and probably changed out routinely. Nobody sends you 2 airline tickets and doesn’t even tell you who they are from. “From: 645–HH”. Sheesh! I just wanted to research who this is really from and what’s happening with it. It was the first I’d heard of this scam. Rule of thumb: If it’s too good to be true, it isn’t true. But lots of people must be falling for this scam else these con-artists wouldn’t still be up to no good.

By S on Sep 7, 2012

Yahoo,

Received my letter today. I had some fun. I called them, let then tell me their line of BS. Then told them I was with the FBI and we had been on the phone lone enough to determine their location! Told them we were on our way.

Boom – silence they hung up

Haha

By W B in Iowa on Sep 7, 2012

funny….dont people understand the 90′s were 15 yrs ago!i played along as long as i could and after couple a minutes guy sounded suprised i didnt hang up.said wife had everything and she was at work, then i asked if she can call back.he said “well i activated them allready,if you can write this conf # you could have here call me right back”i said i was in an accident and broke both hands (how could i call right) i couldnt not laugh and just hung up.

By ryan on Sep 7, 2012

Received our first and final notice a few days ago. 2 round trip airline tickets up to $1,298.00. Everything exactly the same as what everyone else has mentioned. But we had no signature name…just read Sincerely, Awards Department 1-866-931-9321 My husband talked to them on the phone and then we decided to get online and check them out. Seemed to good to be true. We will not be going to any conference meeting. Thank you everybody for your info. People should always check things out before they commit.

By Becky in Oklahoma on Sep 8, 2012

Got my “two free airline tickets” today signed by new VP Renee Wade. I live in Massachusetts and was happy to confirm the fraud on this website. Struck me as not classy enough to have been from a national airline due to the colorless and simplistic logo and the overall “xeroxed” letter qualify.

By Robin in MA on Sep 8, 2012

Another for Iowa!

By Anne on Sep 8, 2012

Got mine in MA. Obvious it was a fraud by handwritten envelope, no return address and poor quality stationary. No address on the letter head either. Renee Wade is new vice president and her number is 1-866-815-4362. Took this as a learning opportunity to my teenage children who might be gullible enough to believe in a few years. It was a great time to teach them what to look for in a fraud.

By CAthy on Sep 9, 2012

9/10/2012
Just got an official looking check in the mail just a few minutes ago and decided to jump online to check it out first. Yes, it looked to good to be true. I am in central florida. My Final Notice check is in the amount of $1400.00 for a trip for two any where in the c ontinental US from any major international US airport. Vacation getaways and Cruises are available for a limited time. It also said that they have tried to contact me on several occasions and this will be my last chance to respond. My deadline is 9/13/2012, lol. Hmmmm first time Ive seen it. It is for Us Airlines Phone number 1-866-931-3828 My letter looks very professional typed and has the peel off edges with the check to rip off from the inside. they must be getting better at what they are doing here, what ever it is. Thanks everyone for your post

By Angie on Sep 10, 2012

Got my $1400 “check” from these scammers today. I never fly anywhere at all but did book a couple tickets for my daughters through Expedia last week which makes extremely curious as to wether that’s how they got my name.

By Jim Notamoron on Sep 10, 2012

***SCAM ALERT ***

Received Mine Today!! Hurray!

From Phoenix, AZ 852 dated 9/7/12 PM 6 L
to Chicago Suburbs

Letter Dated 9/1/12, Received 9/10/12, Deadline to Get Scammed 9/12/12.

“Award…up to $1,298.00″
Renee Wade Vice President

Had a code at the bottom MA-8xxxx

I like their logo after US Airlines —it looks like a paper airplane getting ready to crash.

RUNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!
Phone 966-803-0820

By Jason on Sep 10, 2012

Sept 11, 2012
I also live in central Florida and received my bull**** check for $1400 dollars and my story is identical to Angies above on Sept 10,2012. Please don’t get sucked into this scam. I also called and had a little fun with them. It was a blast. You would think this scam would stop but has been going on since 2010. I will be sending the letter, check and mailing it to the Governors office to see if they can get this stopped. I will let you know what happens.

By Joy on Sep 11, 2012

Got mine yesterday, called them up and setup an appointment for today. It was in Rolling Meadows, IL. They were selling vacation packages but could not force me to buy. It lasted a little bit over 90 mins, and got my free 2 round trip tickets to Vegas with complimentary car rental. What a way to end summer!!

Yeah right.

By Supnet on Sep 11, 2012

My story is just like Angies. I received my “check” today it was dated Aug 30th and I have until tomorrow to respond. The phone number on mine is 1-866-931-3836. I live in Wichita, KS

By Sue on Sep 12, 2012

i received my “award notification” today from US Airlines. The letter now says “Note: This is not a timeshare or land sales offer.” The phone number to claim the award is 866-493-1488. Not falling for this scam!

By Rachael on Sep 12, 2012

I got the same letter as Sue did. I also live in Wichita.

By Rob on Sep 13, 2012

Mine arrived today. Name on it is now American Airways # 1-866-931-8022 signed by Belinda Long. Same letter as above.. Have gotten the tickets to call in on in the past. Get tired of their junk in life. Supnet if you get a VW van with a peace sign on it take all the others that write in on the trip also! Thaks for posting all, so we can share info…

By Juls on Sep 13, 2012

We received this scam as well. Thank you for taking the time to post about it!

By K. Fry on Sep 16, 2012

got my letter on Friday (Chicago) it was hand-written, and no return address.
I have not and will not call. it was for a value of $1298.
Too good to be true so I tossed it lol.

Daisy

By Daisy on Sep 17, 2012

Mine has same date as posting above. But no. is 1-866-931-6778 Thanks Everyone Have a Blessed Week.

By Jamie on Sep 17, 2012

Just received my “check” today in Indianapolis, IN. Phone # is 1-866-931-4060. Also noticed the “US Airlines” flub right away but decided to check it out on here anyway. Such a crock of crap. How do these people sleep at night?

By Tara on Sep 17, 2012

I got my $1400 check today, September 17. Professional looking “presorted standard US postage paid, Phoenix, AZ. Permit No. 1484″. I am in TN. “Final Notice”, phone number: 1-866-931-4054. Must be redeemed by September 18, 2012. Scam.

By Renee on Sep 17, 2012

My husband just got one today in the mail 9/18/2012 .(IN WA)…phone number 1-866-493-7435 just another scam…. It says urgent, from US Airlines.

By amanda on Sep 18, 2012

Got my letter in the mail. They spelled my wife’s name wrong on the outside of the envelop.

By Ryan Beard on Sep 18, 2012

Got my letter yesterday. Went to research before calling and found this website. Thanks.

By Susan on Sep 19, 2012

Got letter in the mail last week. Did some researching and found this site! Thanks to all who posted. I am in Indiana and the number is 1-866-931-4060 VP Autumn Hal.

By Courtney on Sep 20, 2012

I received one today…the name signed at the bottomw was Autumn Hal…i guess they couldn’t think of anything original…but the telephone # listed was 1-866-931-4060. I’m glad i research before calling…but its like mom always said Nothing in life is free…

By Nic Jones on Sep 20, 2012

Obviously they are now targeting the Chicgoland area; I am in Aurora. US Airlines for $1,398 with phone 1-866-931-4064. Know what tipped me off? If it is too good to be true…..you got it. Googled it and here it landed me on this fantastic web page. Is this not some form of illegal activty b/c of the deception? BBB has been notified many times. Thanks for starting this forum!

By Elizabeth on Sep 21, 2012

also I got one, and I saw that it was fake, too good… but you call to see that they said and never attended, should make him pay the tickets of all of us, to see if a judge has guts… lol

By Gabriel on Sep 21, 2012

Just received one today- “Award Notification”- scams seems to still be going. Thanks for the information!

By jenn on Sep 22, 2012

Got one in Iowa. The phone number is 1-866-493-5816. The call back number is 866-213-2799.

By Tim G on Sep 23, 2012

Got one in Iowa today. Call back #1-866-381-9961.

By Gary Cheeley on Sep 24, 2012

My husband received a letter today 2 round trip tickets $1298.00. Of course I thought this was too good to be true not to mention the paper was not of business quality and the letterhead seemed quite fishy. The big alarm to the scam was when my husband said that there was no return address on the envelope. Our letter was signed Cathy stein-VP and to call 1-866-874-8909. After searching the web it brought me here and after reading other posts the only thing we can come up with is that they received his name from flying ONCE in his entire life last year. Thank you all for saving us sometime and confirming our insecurities with this letter!!

By Kim R on Sep 24, 2012

Yep- addressed to husband today- same cautions- hand addressed, no return address, and the quality of the paper/logo with no other info on it. I think it must be someone who took those offers to stuff envelopes at home! lol- we didn’t call- trashed it!

By CherylH on Sep 26, 2012

9/27/12
I received one today:
Number listed 866-464-1677,
I’m in Tennessee.
Re: Final Notice from US Airlines
bank:Travel Union Scottsdale, AZ 85251
# under the bank address 51-27xxxx/67xxxx
account# at the bottom of the check reads: 217867 390797103487 704937031433

By Mary on Sep 27, 2012

My wife got one today in a happy birthday card. We also got a 7day car rental from budget. They sent a boarding pass that says Fly away anywhere a us airline flies. No value or signiture on it. The number is 866-396-3279

By Jonathan on Oct 2, 2012

WooHoo – Got my AWARD NOTIFICATION today.
It amazes me how much time, energy and MONEY these clowns put into this scam! It must be working for them!! I received mine today and was excited because I had just signed up for the US Airways credit card and they DO offer two companion tickets. (I had already received those and they are the real deal)..
Mine was a typed official looking document. From Travel Union in Scottsdale, AZ phone number 866-940-1465 – I won $1,400 payable to the Us AIRLINES on behalf of ME! This, of course, was my final notice since they have tried to reach me several times!

I am also in Middle Tennessee.

By bdpalmer on Oct 3, 2012

My husband got one a few days ago. Searched and found this site. I like the idea of calling and playing with them a bit… How about wait til the day after it says to respond by, call and apologize for calling late and let them go through their whole pitch and then let them know that you just wanted to waste their time like they did yours and you are not interested in their scam.
Our call number was 866-937-7118, signed by Vice President Margaret Fultz
You know, if these people were smart, they would read sites like this and see all the hints they could get (about fake looking letterhead, etc). I hope they don’t… more people would fall for it.

By Laura on Oct 6, 2012

My husband received the same letter as above, signed by Margaret Fultz, dated October 1st, 2012. We figured it was a scam, but thanks for confirming it! Appreciate it very much.

By Erin Daughton on Oct 7, 2012

I just got the same letter. It looked legit, but glad I found this site so I won’t waste my time. They must be able to find a lot of people who fall for this scam. What a shame.

By Dave on Oct 8, 2012

I got my letter today. It was typewritten, looked very official, and included a box that said “Presorted U.S. postage paid, Oklahoma City OK, Permit No. 324. I may ask the Post Office about that.

By Tom Glatzel on Oct 11, 2012

I received a letter today as well… same deal:

no return address on the envelope; address is hand written. Margaret Fultz is the sender, of course she is the VP with nothing-to-do.

Atleast it keeps the postal service working… even though they are still bankrupt… after HOW many years? ugh.

By Jay R on Oct 12, 2012

Thanks for the scam alert. We got the letter today and, of course, checked the web. It is very official looking, including the Prsrtstd U.S. Postage PAID Oklahoma City, OK permit no. 324.

On back it says to “direct your response to the individual from who this notice is being sent.” The name is “located on the bottom of this notice.” Funny, we’ve never met anyone with the name “Awards Department.”

We didn’t call, but our call back number is 866-754-9146

By MEWill on Oct 18, 2012

Received ours in the Indianapolis area on 10/20/2012. “Check” for $1,298.00 signed by W.Cae. Callback # 1-866-754-4866

By Orr on Oct 22, 2012

I got one today mailed from OK City. The phone # is 1-866-754-0958.

By Jo on Oct 23, 2012

got my letter yesterday. What is so funny is I just did some business with US Airways, so for just a second, they had me…then I started paying attention to what i was reading…letter signed by Jaqueline Simms call back number 866-673-3911. I may call them and have some fun at their expense today.

By Dame on Oct 26, 2012

I received the same US Airlines fake check with perforated sides in the mail on 10.26.12. The “check” indicated it must be redeemed by 10.29.12…really 3 days?!?! Made out for two airline tickets up to $1,398 and signed (no printed name) by W Cal. Is that name? Phone number is 1-866-753-7968 and in Indianapolis, IN. Obviously a scam. Glad I researched!

By Jessi on Oct 27, 2012

I got one today in the mail too. Not even really a mailing address other than OK City, OK.

By Billys on Oct 27, 2012

We got one today too! I’m glad I looked this up before calling! Thank you for posting this info! I don’t know why people have to be so sleazy!! It had no return address only a post mark from Phoenix, AZ.

By Misty on Nov 1, 2012

I feel soooo lucky. As much as I fly i can’t belive it…FREE tickets. I wish I had a return address because I have alot of time and free offers I can send back to them.

Anyone with an address please let me know, I bulk mail for legit customers and will be more than happy to spend a few bucks to show them how it feels.

By Bill on Nov 1, 2012

I got my letter today with the hand written address and no return address……hhhuuuummmmm lol looked for the number and found this site. Mine was signed by Jamie Cape vice president. Well I am the President of me so F off I think I will call them and have some fun. I think I will ask about there planes and see if I can get a flight I can smoke on wink wink lol. Thanks for the site. The number I got was 1-866-673-3910

By Chase on Nov 1, 2012

Received the letter in Boise, ID today. Retail value $1,298.00! Knew it was a scam, decided to google Jamie Cape at US Airlines. The hand addressed envelope and real stamp were a nice touch. Hope no one falls for this scam.

By Karma on Nov 1, 2012

Recieved ours today in Cabot Arkansas. Signed by Jamie Cape 1-866-673-3910. Thinking of turning it over to our Attorney General. Thank you for posting.

By Vickie on Nov 1, 2012

Received another letter in Boise, ID today. Retail value $1,298.00! Knew it was a scam, decided to google Jamie Cape at US Airlines. OB- number at the bottom. Phone number 1-866-493-7410. How would you turn it over to the attorney general! I would hate to have some elderly person call and not check the web to see if it a scam.

By Sharon on Nov 2, 2012

@Sharon I am calling them today. They can at least put out the word within the state to watch out for this. I really hate it when cons try to take advantage of other poeple. I will post when I find out If they can do anything here in Arkanssas.

By Vickie on Nov 2, 2012

Got another one in Cabot, Arkansas. Signed by Jamie Cape. Vickie-please let me know if you’re turning yours in and I’ll get mine to you too. Thanks to everyone for posting! I was actually on hold when I decided to google it! Saved me the phone conversation!!!

By Jessica on Nov 2, 2012

Got one in Conway Arkansas today. Signed by Jamie Cape wanting me to call 1-866-673-3910 and claim 2 round trip tickets valued at $1,298.00. As long as this scam has been running it must be paying off occasionally for these low lifes.

By Gazz on Nov 2, 2012

We got our letter in mail today (we’re in Kentucky). Not only did we see a bogus “US Airlines”, but everything about the letter was very suspicious. So, out of curiosity, my husband called for info. Of course it had to be done “today” on the phone…and yeah, we had to use a major credit card. And no, our bank debit card wouldn’t be accepted. BUT! They would INSTEAD give us a cruise, and all we had to do was just pay the taxes up front over the phone. My husband said laughed and said, “For all I know this is a scam–I get some letter in the mail and you are just some voice over the phone wanting my credit card number?! Nope, not interested!” We knew this was bogus.
So after a while my husband decided to call back for a little fun. He called them again and said, “Hey, since your presentation is tomorrow up in Lexington, we’d like to help you guys out by giving you some FREE advertising coverage! We’ll let the news stations up there know about your meeting, and have a news crew come out to film you!” The lady freaked, and said, “Hey, I don’t know anything about this, I just do appointment-setting!” LOL…we had some fun today!

By Cindy D. on Nov 3, 2012

P.S. My husband called back a second time and got another operator…he asked her the same thing, “Do you mind if we give you some FREE advertising coverage with the news?” She said, “Uh…sure. [She wasn't really sure.] Then he said, “We are also going to contact the attorney general here in Kentucky as well as the state police.” She immediately said, “Hold on, sir, I can’t really hear you!” [Crackling paper was heard.] So he said, “let me repeat that.” And he did…she hung up! My husband is right now on the phone with WKYT Channel 27 news in Lexington giving them the information to cover the “presentation” tomorrow! Yep, this is a major scam!

By Cindy D. on Nov 3, 2012

Got my letter today, outside Boston, MA. Signed by Jamie Cape. So obviously a scam, but I’m not sure how they would benefit by my calling them.

By A Ketchen on Nov 3, 2012

Scam still going strong. I’m in MA, received mine today and it was obviously a scam – handwritten envelope without a return address and really amateur “stationary”. Mine is signed by Jamie Cape, VP and the number to call is 866-752-8964. No date by which I have to reply. Envelope postmarked Phoenix. Hasn’t any regulatory body taken any action to protect the less skeptical?

By Deirdre Thurber on Nov 4, 2012

Got mine in Vilonia AR this morning.

States they have tried to contact me several times and this is their final attempt. Want to give me 2 tickets worth $1298.00, certain restrictions apply. Phone: 866-673-3910. Signed by VP Jamie Cape.

Figured it was a scam so first thing I did was check…..geez, you’d think these fools would give up but there must still be some people gullible enough to fall for it.

By Lorryta on Nov 4, 2012

Received the “official” IRS looking paper and voucher. No signature and phone number is 1-866-568-6354. I live in lexington ky. Mine was post marked oklahoma city. What idiots!!!!

By Jessy on Nov 5, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 7, 2012
CONTACT: AARON SADLER
(501) 682-0517

TICKET OFFERS MAY TAKE CONSUMERS NOWHERE

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas residents promised free airline tickets on “US Airlines” shouldn’t start packing their bags just yet.

That’s because US Airlines doesn’t exist. And, the tickets offered, if they exist at all, are not free as promised by a direct mail offer that has landed in Arkansas consumers’ mailboxes in recent weeks.

Attorney General Dustin McDaniel’s Consumer Protection Division has received a large number of inquiries about this suspicious solicitation. So, today McDaniel issued this Consumer Alert to warn Arkansans not to share their sensitive personal and financial information in hopes of winning airline tickets, and to be wary of offers of free products that might end up costing them more than the product is worth.

The mailers receive by Arkansas consumers purport to be from US Airlines and state that the recipient has “qualified for an award of two roundtrip airline tickets.” Though it has a similar name to US Airways, the supposed company is in no way affiliated with that or other major airlines.

The mailer states that consumers must call a toll-free number as soon as possible in order to claim their prize. If consumers call the number, they are asked schedule a “tour” of the company’s local travel agency showroom, where they can pick up the promised free tickets. To get the tickets, the consumer must agree to be subjected to a sales pitch for the company’s travel products and agree to pay undisclosed “taxes and fees” for the tickets. The “taxes and fees” can run to more than $100 per ticket.

The company is not local and does not have a showroom. It is a temporary setup operating out of a local hotel.

The Attorney General’s Office has no reports thus far of Arkansas consumers falling for the scheme.

“We are encouraged by the fact that consumers see this clearly for what it is and refuse to believe that airline tickets await them from an airline that doesn’t exist,” McDaniel said. “Even if the company does provide ticket vouchers, any prize that requires a consumer to subject himself to a high-pressure sales promotion and pay taxes and ‘fees’ is anything but free.”

As with any sweepstakes or contest, McDaniel reminded consumers to avoid disclosing their credit card or checking account numbers over the phone to callers who claim they are offering a prize. Also, be wary of sharing information without first knowing a contact number or address by which to request removal from a mailing list.

For more information, or to learn more ways to avoid scams, visit the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division website at http://e2.ma/click/y5dvc/i9xwwb/6vzvu.

Consumers who have received the solicitation from “US Airlines” are encouraged to call the Consumer Protection Division’s hotline at (800) 482-8982 or (501) 682-2341.

Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel | 323 Center Street, Suite 200 | Little Rock, AR 72201 | 501-682-2007
http://e2.ma/click/y5dvc/i9xwwb/2g1vu | oag@arkansasag.gov

By fran on Nov 7, 2012

Got mine today here in Georgia,2 roundtrip tickets 1,298.00 Signed by VP Jamie Cape. But looks like thay have another new phone number 1-866-949-7216.Thanke for thr heads up on this.

By Sid on Nov 9, 2012

i just got one today from “american airways” signed by “monica hunt”. what a bunch of crooks, someone should scam these guys back! a**holes!

By cb on Nov 10, 2012

Got the letter yesterday here in TX.
#866-209-8342 and signed by Jamie Cape. Knew it wasn’t real, I fly quite a bit and never heard of this airlines, but still googled it just to be sure I was right.

By BLind on Nov 10, 2012

They are now in ky went to the 90 min sales speech to get my tickets by thetimeyou have to pay all the processing fees it will be cheaper to buy your tickets online it was a hoax. But At least I did not buy what the crooks were selling like a lot of older ones when I left, they were trying to get you to sign up for a travel membership for 10000.00 dollars and a yearly membership fee of 299.00 then you still have to au for your vacation can you say big,huge scam

By Casey on Nov 14, 2012

Got a letter from “American Airways” stating that I qualified for 2 free round trip tickets anywhere in the Continental US. This one was signed by Bethany Mays, VP. Same format as all the other scam letters.

By Ron on Nov 20, 2012

My husband also received an American Airways letter from Bethany Mays, VP. Hand addressed from Phoenix. We live in Wisconsin. Retail value up to $1,398. Dated “November 19th, 2012″. Response needed by the 30th. The phone number given was 1-866-949-5331. Thanks for this site.

By Tina on Nov 23, 2012

I didn’t even get a letter, I got a crummy post card and the name was printed in a different font from the rest of the stuff. Same US Airways, and a ‘bonus’ a three day rent a car from Alamo. My call back number was 1-888-842-8786.

Screw ‘em

By ez on Nov 26, 2012

I got one November 19, 2012 and I called and got placed on “hold” and hung up after 2 mins. But I called from a public telephone not my cell phone. I googled US Airlines and got your website instead….thank goodness I did.

By Val on Nov 28, 2012

Got my letter, mine was from United Airways, which actually is a company in India I believe, signed by VP Cathy Ryan. Not going to bother to even call them.

By Stewart on Nov 30, 2012

I received a post card. Tore it up. Received a letter today. Free roundtrip
tickets value $1298.00. Phone 1-866-949-5029, with regards Deborah Hall,
Vice president. Wow glad I checked here before I called.

By Rebecca Nelson on Nov 30, 2012

» Letter from US Airlines about free airline tickets Subscribed to your blog, thanks

By it consultant resume cover letter on Dec 1, 2012

So I live in ID and received this same letter signed by Deborah Hall. Round trip tickets from US Airlines worth $1298. Asked to reply by Dec 5th. Number they listed to call: 1-866-949-5029
First Clue? This is not even my name and then I had never heard about an airline named this.Thanks everyone for this great tip of a scam. It is a bit irksome, unfortunately as times become tougher we better be prepared for alot more scams to be popping up!

By Lorraine on Dec 4, 2012

I am in Idaho and received mine today…shucks thought I was gonna get a trip home for Christmas to see my family. Bad deal.

By brownins on Dec 6, 2012

Got one today. Perforated check looking document. Advising I have until 12/18/2012 to redeem my tickets in the amount of $1298.00. Number listed to call is 1-866-949-2584. I live in Colorado. Scammers. Beware.

By tanders on Dec 6, 2012

Got one in the mail today number on it to call is 1-866-949-0447.

By Tim on Dec 11, 2012

I received an item that looks like a check in the amount of $1298.00 pay to the order of US Airlines
This is from Travel Union Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Nothing is ever free! Beware of scams

By Chris on Dec 18, 2012

Received the free tickets notice today, post marked from Tampa Fl. Must respond no later than Jan. 8, 2013. Valued at $1398.00. Instructed to call 1-855-879-8217. Sure wish people would work for a living instead of stealing.

By Bob on Dec 26, 2012

Got my award notification today. Looks like a check for $1298. It is from Travel Union in Scottsdale AZ.

By Mike on Dec 29, 2012

Received a notice from US Airlines dated 12-20-12 that I had qualified for an award of two round trip tickets with a retail value of up to $1,398.00. to collect I am to call Dana Kline @ 1-855-879-8217…..This is printed and sent like junk mail. I get one from them about every two or three months

By Frank West on Dec 31, 2012

I just got one of these letters today, and haven’t called. My quick internet search brought me there. The letter I got was like Frank West’s in that it’s “signed” by Dana Kline, with a number of 855-879-8217 to call.

The letter had no postmark, but was marked “personal and confidential” and was one of those ‘remove ends at perforation and open’ sorts. The verbiage was almost the exact same as the letter originally posted.

Oh, and I’m in Ann Arbor MI

By Anne on Jan 4, 2013

Received one today, I’m in Indiana. Thanks for the info!

By Anne on Jan 7, 2013

I just recieved my letter in San Diego. They are not even picking up the phone. And my letter doesn’t even say “Fly the US Skies.” Too bad it wasn’t true, I need to make some trips and needed a break.

Oh well

By Keg Man on Jan 11, 2013

US Airlines. No such thing. LOL! I got one of these letters. From Arazona. No return address.
Its a hoax.

By Rick on Jan 11, 2013

Have received several notices of free tickets. This time I got an all-in-one document that says TRAVEL CHECK VOUCHER ENCLOSED on the outside and opens to reveal what looks like a real check worth $1,298.00. It must be redeemed by 1/23/13 and was signed by Sue Hall. FINAL NOTICE…PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL. Wow, I better act fast!

By Karen on Jan 14, 2013

Perforated check like envelope, tear down sides. From US Airlines. Phone number 1-866-955-0178. Not calling. The real shame is all the trees that are getting scammed to send this crap!

By Paula on Jan 17, 2013

Well, it happened to me also. I got one of those bogus letters and I smelled a rat immediately. My father always told me as a young child that if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is not true. I goggled for the name of the president of US Airline and the person listed as president was nowhere to be found in the literature I reviewed. I wished I could get my hands on one of these jackasses! It just proves that you must stay on alert each day. Scams are just a part of life in this wicked, slick world we live in.

By thebigcat on Jan 22, 2013

WELL – I just got mine too – I’m so excited to know that I wasn’t left out of trying to be scammed like everyone else has been. I feel NOT LEFT OUT NOW!!! Are you kidding me, the sad part is that there are people (IE Senior Citizens) that will fall for this kind of CRAZINESS. My phone number was 855-879-8217 and the VP’S name is DANA KLINE and my letter was postmarked in Tampa, FL and my flight would have cost $1,398. I hope someone who has REAL LEGAL LAW AUTHORITY is able to SHUT THESE PEOPLE DOWN with some REAL SERIOUS JAIL TIME

By Elaine on Jan 31, 2013

They are in NM now and the “airline” on the header is U S Air. All the rest the same as these posts.

The offer was for two free RT airline tickets for anywhere in the continental US. I laughed because we in NM have to have a US passport at the moment to fly anywhere (drivers licenses not accepted as proof of citizenship because NM issues licenses to undocumented immigrants…whole other issue) then I snapped it had to be a scam. No return addy, no such airline, no calls I did not answer, hand addressed and a stamp (postmarked Phoenix Az)instead of postal stamp a real business would use and so on.

So they are fishing here in NM now.

By KPfeiffer on Feb 2, 2013

I also live in NM (the Los Lunas area) and got my letter from them today Feb 4th and it says that I must respond no later than Feb 6th. It’s 2 round trip tickets that are valued at $1,298.00. Like most people I figured too good to be true. So after doing some searching I wound up here. My letter reads pretty much the same as most others but the phone number is 1-866-978-9405 and is signed by Ali Kate Vice President. Hopefully other people will find their way here and be posting how they realized it was a scam and weren’t taken for anything.

By Robert on Feb 4, 2013

Ours came yesterday. We’re in louisiana. Give me a break. Thanks to this site – confirmed it is a SCAM. First thought after opening the letter, that it has all the signs of a scam letter, but was not sure. 2 free tickets were offered at retail value of $1,398.00 to rtavel anywhere in the ‘Continental U.S.’ (huh? …. “Continental”) …. phone contact is 1 855 879 8217. The VP’s name is Dana Kline.

Am giving the letter to our local newspaper to warn unsuspecting folks about this. Thanks again!

By birdsong on Feb 5, 2013

Just got ours today $1398.00 1-855-879-8217 Dana Kline. US Airlines does not help in mitigating Phishing against their own company – they ask that we send this through the BBB. Don’t have a company name to report.

By Terry on Feb 5, 2013

Wow, I just got two letters! Two different claim numbers, also signed by Dana Kline. I’m in Oregon.

By Kohshka on Feb 6, 2013

got my final notice from them so I decided to finally call after they have notified me several times since june. they told me that I have to go watch a 90 minute presentation and bring my id and a credit card to claim my 2 free tickets. plus since I made an appointment they are also including a free 2 night stay for a hotel. tonight is my 6 pm appointment too bad I wont be showing up for all this free stuff from a fake company. bummer

By Jason on Feb 7, 2013

Received the letter today, Feb 8, with a deadline of Feb 13, 2013. Latest phone number is 1-866-955-7018 and the latest VP is Jane Roy. I’m in Salt Lake City, Utah.

By Royce Cone on Feb 8, 2013

The wife received hers today. Same old stuff. Different name and slightly different phone, but same letter and same phone exchange. I guess they really believe there’s a sucker born every minute.

By Don on Feb 11, 2013

Received today the same phone no. 1-855-879-8217 dana kline

By james on Feb 11, 2013

got one today, same as Terrys on the 5th, same phone and VP…they just don’t give up

By lorrayne on Feb 12, 2013

I received one also dated feb. 5th 2013. The number they gave to call was
1-855-879-8217 and signed by Dana Kline. I think we can shut them down or at least slow them down by making appointments with them and not keeping them and therefore waisting g their time.

By Linda on Feb 13, 2013

I have received the letter twice, telling me they have contacted me without success. It is signed by Jane Roy with code of WP-5xxxx

By Joyce on Feb 15, 2013

I received one Today in SC.. 1,199. The signature is not legible But it is in real ink. Mine was in a very official looking tear off sides check and the Phone number is 1-888-737-2395. My give away is to USA Airlines which does not exist!

By Buffie on Feb 16, 2013

Got mine today in FL. 2 tickets worth 1298.00. The kicker was I received it on 19 Feb but had to respond before 13 feb. Crap I totally missed out! Mine was signed by “Jane Roy, VP” 1-866-955-7021. This has been going on for over 4 years now, you would think someone could stop these guys.

By Kristi on Feb 19, 2013

I also received one dated Feb. 11, 2013 Only now they are using UNITED AIRWAYS in a hand written envelope, with no return address.

It was for 2 roundrip tickets worth $1,298.00. They said they have tried contacting us several times without success, and this is our last attempt or they will have to give our ticket vouchers to the alternate.

Signed by the VP Jane Cae 1-866-955-1623
Good luck catching these guys!

By Teena on Feb 20, 2013

I received one today in FL. 2 Tickets with awards up to $1,398.00. Call 1-855-879-8217. Signed by Dana Kline. I knew immediately it was a scam. There is no US Airlines.

By Susan on Feb 20, 2013

I just received my US Airlines award notification worth $1,298.00. I allowed myself to dream about all the places I could go. Then reality set in when I found this blog site alerting me to this scam.
Thank you.

By susan on Feb 23, 2013

Just received my “Final notice” with respond date of March 1 — Phone number of 866-723-6417. This is such a “cheesy” looking letter. The signature is one of Joy Hill – and she’s a Vice President – of course.

By judy Holt on Feb 23, 2013

The promo arrived on Feb. 26, and I see that the “value” has gone up to $1,398.00, the phone number is now 855-879-8217, and signed by Dana Kline, VP. The “US Airlines,” and the little triangle logo have not been changed.

As I am a Chairman level flier on US Airways (merging with American Airlines), I knew that this was a scam, but this thread proved that to me.

Hope that others are as suspicious.

By Bill Hunt on Feb 26, 2013

I receivd my letter today, Feb. 28, and the offer expires Feb. 28. Drats!! I need more time to get ready – for the trip I will never take on US Airlines. What a scam. These people should be put out of business. What is it going to take to make these people stop this nonsense.

By Judy on Feb 28, 2013

We received a US Airline letter promising 2 round trip tickets that we have to call in to get. Thanks for putting this out there.

By Katie Suppan on Mar 4, 2013

I received my letter today,Dated March 20, It was $1,350.00 for two round trip airline tickets “US Airlines”. phone 1-866-915-7197. The letter came from Phoenix AZ. signatured by a Sue Bayler “Vice President”. I live in Arkansas.

By Brenda on Mar 23, 2013

Letter received yesterday was from Dana Kline, Vice President. Name at top of paper was US Airlines and some funky logo. The respond by date already passed. Letter states I have qualified for 2 roundtrip airline tickets with a retail value of $1,398.00. Letter states they have attempted contacting me several times, wrong. Amateur letterhead, my name spelled incorrectly, from non-existent airline. No, I will not be contacting them.

They might have a new twist as this letter is from Florida and has prepaid postage listing a permit #78 in Tampa FL. Front has “personal and confidential”.

Funny line: “This promotion is not sponsored by or affiliated with US Airlines…”

By Denise on Mar 26, 2013

Finally got my letter. I was starting to feel left out. Where shall I fly to?

By Knip on Mar 26, 2013

they are still at it. received letter today same as all others. Guess I wont pack just yet

By airmed on Mar 26, 2013

Received letter today in Portland, OR. My name and address were hand written on the envelope with no return address. There was a postage stamp and the letter was mailed from Phoenix, AZ 852 on March 22, 2013.

Found this web site immediately. The only thing I typed into Google search was the word “received”. The first thing that came up was “received letter from US Airlines Scam”. Here is my letter printed on the same letterhead as previous letters in above posts.

March 18th, 2013

Name
Address 1
Address 2

NOTE: You must respond no later than March 27th, 2013.

Dear Amber,

I am pleased to inform you that you have qualified for an award of 2 roundtrip airline tickets. Congratulations. These tickets are valid for travel anywhere in the continental U.S. from any major international airport. The retail value of this award is up to $1,350.00. Certain restrictions apply.

We have attempted contacting you several times without success. This is our last attempt. If we do not hear from you soon, we may need to issue the ticket vouchers to the alternate.

Please call me today at 1-866-915-7124.

Regards,

Sue Bayler
Vice President

XY-3xxxx

By Amber on Mar 27, 2013

i got one im in billings mt

By crystal blackmon on Mar 31, 2013

April’s Fools day! Today I got the US Airlines letter informing of the award of 2 round trip airline tickets. How nice of them, but I will not call.
This scam is going strong since 2010, obviously they have some responders.

By Zofia on Apr 1, 2013

I just received one. I’m in Denver, CO. My letter is exactly as the one posted above, by Amber. Hand written envelope with a real stamp. Signed Sue Bayler, VP. 1-866-914-1526.

LAME.

By Kris on Apr 2, 2013

I received a letter today. It is dated April 4, 2013 and set to expire April 14th. They used my complete first name, maiden initial as a middle initial and my last name. I thought that was odd when I first saw the letter since I never use that setup. I have 2 roundtrip tickets for up to $1398 ready to go! haha…if only that were true!
Mine is also from US Airlines, no letterhead, Dana Kline, VP.

By Mona on Apr 11, 2013

I got one one on Feb 27 2013. It read the same but mine also included a check for $1298.00 of course a fake one. I was about to fall for it. Thanks for sharing. This scams should be reported to the police!!

By D. on Apr 12, 2013

So we got a letter today with no stamp even! Seemed odd that no return address was on it. award of two vouchers to anywhere, not in the envelope of course. Kim Dae Vice president interesting name choice.
South Florida area.

By adhara on Apr 12, 2013

Received mine today. I feel cheated. My letter was on regular typing paper letting me know that several attempts had been made to get in touch with me. The letter was hand signed by Kim Dae mailed from the Phoenix area. It had a 1-866 number for me to call.

By Audrey Redmond on Apr 13, 2013

They’ve been busy I see!! I received a letter today. It is dated April 12, 2013 and set to expire April 22th. They used my complete first name, middle initial and my last name. I thought that was odd because nobody tried calling me at all. OH BOY!! I have 2 roundtrip tickets for up to $1398 ready to go! haha…if only that were true!
Mine is also from US Airlines, no letterhead, Dana Kline, VP. Prepaid postage fform from Tampa Fla.

By David Gunther on Apr 21, 2013

Mine was a “Travel Check Voucher” signed by Ashley Faye (Tammy Faye’s daughter?? LOL) It is for 1350. US Airlines. “This can be redeemed for a certificate for 2 round trip airline tickets to anywhere in the continental US from any major international US airport. Certain restrictions may apply. Vacation Getaways and Cruises are available for a limited time.

Etc., etc., etc. Fine prink on back of check says must meet certain age requirements, income levels, “must not be a current travel club owner”, and couples must attend together. More requirements, but thought you would get bored by now. I am!

Just wanted to let you know it’s still going on. Today is 4/23/2013.

Happy scam letter burning to all…

By June on Apr 23, 2013

I received my ‘believable’ letter today! Except the vice president ‘today’ is Keli Jae. She even took the time out to sign it personally! Gotta go start packing!

By Corinna on Apr 26, 2013

I’m in Georgia, and I got my scam letter today, April 27, 2013. Nice try, Keli Jae (and all of the other Vice Presidents).

By Stephanie on Apr 27, 2013

Got one from these idiots today. Said it had a “travel Check Voucher Enclosed” and FINAL NOTICE (odd, never received any previous notices, snicker…). It of course was PERSONAL and CONFIDENTIAL. And naturally the documents were “on record as being sent” to me. Scam artist pukes. The back of the check has small print saying “couples must attend together” just like time shares–adds that recipient must not already be a “travel club” owner. Marketing scam all the way. US Airways should sue their pants off. It came from Taylor Barrone at Travel Union in Scottsdale with phone (866) 225-3149. FTC should bust them for making fake checks that must be “redeemed” vs. cashed. Scum of the earth scam artists.

By Butch on May 7, 2013

Thanks US Airlines for mailing my deceased husband a voucher for 2 free tickets. I’ll have him get back to you real soon.

By Elizabeth on May 17, 2013

These a**hats just sent another one of their scams! I just received a prior one three weeks ago, so am guessing they operate out of more than one location and don’t even keep records of whom they mail to, and when.

This notification, like the first, claims to be my final notice and that I must reference check number **-***** when calling them, and that my travel check ($1,350.00) must be certified to be valid.

They claim they’ve been attempting to contact me and if I don’t claim it, it will be “transferred to the alternate”. Alternate what? How convenient they failed to finish that sentence.

Being a person who flies at least 8 times a week, every stinking week for the past 10 years for my job, my initial red flag was their so-called name. US Airlines.

This business is trying to sell you a vacation getaway on cruise.

By Stella on May 22, 2013

I’m going to use my two tickets to fly to Arizona, so I can meet Vice President Keli Hayes in person.

By Jason on May 22, 2013

Received mine today the number is 1-855-879-8217. Dana Kline is VP. I am in AZ the postage paid is from Tampa,Florida. It came as a tri-folded letter with two tear tabs on the sides.

By Howard on May 22, 2013

Got one in Austin, TX yesterday, Keli Hayes, VP LOL

By Ginger on May 25, 2013

Lakeway, TX. LOL. I must be the “alternate”. You all should have accepted when you had the chance. VP Keli Hayes sends her regards.

By John on May 25, 2013

Thanks every body for info. I got mine today in Philadelphia PA.The number is 1-866-722-7798 Keli Hayes VP.

By Tanya on May 26, 2013

I just received the letter in today’s mail – San Francisco, CA. The number on the letter was 855-879-8217 from Dana Klein. I told my spouse that it was a scam and that I couldn’t wait to Google the number!

By CG on May 29, 2013

I see it has made it’s way to Austin, Texas now! My daughter got one last week, signed by Keli Hayes with the phone # 1-866-233-9576. I would like to know why has this been going on so long and obviously no one has done anything about it! Amazing! Thanks for this post!

By Greta on Jun 2, 2013

My wife just responded to one of these from Dana Kline. We have an appointment for this weekend. My question is… What happens if you go to one of these appointments, listen, and then say “Not interested. May I have my free tickets now?”

By Don on Jun 12, 2013

I just received the letter in Friday’s mail – I live in Thomasville, PA. The number on the letter was 866-233-2329 Sue Grey Vice President. I knew it was a scam because the letter didn’t look “official”. Plus it says they tried to contact me several times. I have caller ID and an answering machine so if they had tried to reach me I would have known. I couldn’t wait to Google it and of course I was correct!

By Alyssa Trout on Jun 16, 2013