Innovation

Delta, JetZero partner to design the future of air travel by advancing first-of-its-kind, 50% more fuel-efficient aircraft for domestic and international routes

Delta Air Lines is partnering with JetZero on a revolutionary, more sustainable aircraft that looks and feels like nothing flying today’s commercial skies.

Mar 5, 2025

Sustainability, Innovation, Reshaping the Future of Travel, Fleet

Leader bio

Gail Grimmett, S.V.P. – Sustainability Performance & Strategic Partnerships

Gail Grimmett leads Delta’s efforts to drive forward innovative, sustainable solutions that will empower the next chapter of aviation, which includes next generation technologies, partnerships with educational institutions and other corporations.

‘Unprecedented transparency and flexibility’: Delta again named to Fast Company’s list of Most Innovative Companies

“In an extraordinary year for commercial airlines, Delta has stood out for taking a customer-first leadership role during the pandemic."

Mar 9, 2021

CES 2021, Awards, Innovation

Delta launches first domestic digital identity test in U.S., providing touchless curb-to-gate experience

Delta customers in Detroit can use their passport number and TSA PreCheck® or Global Entry membership as a digital ID.

Jan 29, 2021

TSA, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), Innovation, Reshaping the Future of Travel

Ed, posing with Delta crew, in front of a large plane.

Innovation, social responsibility land Delta No. 19 on World’s Most Admired list

Delta was named one of Fortune magazine’s Top 50 Most Admired Companies for the seventh consecutive year due to its leadership in social responsibility, innovation, culture and more.

Jan 21, 2020