China Airlines (SkyTeam) about the new agreement with Virgin America:
"Strategic partnerships like this one with China Airlines are critical to driving connections over our SFO and LAX bases."

The interline partnership offers a new choice for guests of both airlines to travel between Taipei and Virgin America destinations including Boston (BOS), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Philadelphia (PHL), New York (JFK) and Washington DC (IAD). Both airlines will transfer baggage between connecting flights to guests' final destinations.
"We are thrilled to partner with Virgin America," said China Airlines' Vice President, Michael Lo. "This agreement combines the strengths of two world–class airlines to provide better connectivity for guests flying between the U.S., Taiwan and beyond."