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Delta introduces Delta One on Atlanta-Bogota route, offering widebody service year round

Delta One will replace First Class beginning Feb. 4 on the flight departing Atlanta and on Feb. 5 on the flight departing Bogota.

Jan 27, 2020 10:01am

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Weather and Waivers

UPDATE: Delta extends travel waiver following coronavirus outbreak

Delta has extended its change fee waiver until Feb. 29 and the airline is in direct contact with CDC.

Jan 24, 2020 11:01am

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CES 2020

Missed Delta at CES 2020? Watch a video recap

Check out this video of all the action at the world’s largest tech show, including Ed’s keynote address and the human-driven innovations showcased at Delta’s booth that demonstrate how we’re transforming travel into a part of the journey to look forward to, not endure.

Jan 24, 2020 10:01am

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Routes

As Delta grows in Miami, more fans connect to football’s Big Game

To support Chiefs and 49ers faithful heading to Miami, Delta has added nonstop flights from San Francisco and Kansas City – giving fans direct access to the big matchup.

Jan 22, 2020 4:01pm

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Awards & Recognition

Delta scoops Best Long-Haul Airline award in U.K. for second year

Delta Air Lines was named Best Long-Haul Airline at the 25th annual Business Travel Awards, retaining one of the U.K.’s most prestigious travel awards for a second straight year.

Jan 22, 2020 10:01am

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Innovation

An industry first: Delta launches innovative solution for pet travel

Through an exclusive partnership with CarePod, Delta launches a new standard of travel with a state-of-the-art pet travel carrier that provides real-time updates for customers. A phased U.S. rollout will begin, following a successful two-month trial.

Jan 22, 2020 9:01am

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

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Awards & Recognition

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 9:01am

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Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Salute to Greatness Gala

As a longstanding supporter of the King Center in Atlanta, Delta served as the gala's Legacy Title Sponsor.

Jan 20, 2020 9:01am

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Community Involvement

Georgia introduces anti-trafficking training, modeled after Delta’s success to train 86k employees

Following Delta’s recent success in training 86,000 employees to identify and report human trafficking, Georgia used the airline's world-class anti-trafficking training to inform their program, including Delta’s video scenarios in the state’s official training.

Jan 17, 2020 3:01pm

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Weather and Waivers

UPDATE: Winter storm prompts cancellations; waiver in effect for Upper Midwest, Northeast

The airline’s meteorologists are forecasting moderate snowfall to begin Friday afternoon into the evening in Minneapolis with the potential of 5-7 inches of snow accumulation.

Jan 17, 2020 1:01pm

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Routes

Delta bolsters Miami network to support industry-leading partnership with LATAM

Delta will add 13 new daily nonstop flights to Miami International Airport from hubs and top corporate travel destinations around the U.S.

Jan 17, 2020 10:01am

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Community Involvement

Delta celebrates Dr. King’s legacy with $400K contribution toward MLK Jr. National Historical Park

This contribution demonstrates Delta’s commitment to Atlanta, its hometown – and to promoting Dr. King’s legacy.

Jan 17, 2020 7:01am

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Awards & Recognition

Wall Street Journal names Delta best U.S. airline of 2019

The yearly ranking is determined by metrics such as delays, canceled flights, involuntary denied boarding and complaints. This is the third consecutive year Delta received the award.

Jan 16, 2020 1:01pm

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Innovation

Delta launches virtual queuing to let customers know when their seat – not just their flight – is boarding

New feature is part of the Fly Delta app transformation into a digital concierge Launch comes on heels of the global airline’s vision for the future of travel outlined at CES 2020 Delta customers are now being notified when their seat is boarding – not just their flight – thanks ...

Jan 16, 2020 11:01am

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Operations

UPDATE: Schools open after Delta sends overnight cleaning crews to L.A. County

Individuals and property owners who believe they may have been affected by the jet fuel release can contact Delta at 800-441-5955 for more information.

Jan 14, 2020 11:01pm

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Financial

Delta Air Lines announces December quarter and full year 2019 profit

December quarter 2019 pre-tax income of $1.4 billion, net income of $1.1 billion and earnings per diluted share of $1.71

Jan 14, 2020 7:01am

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Community Involvement

Delta contributes $250,000 to American Red Cross in support of Australia bushfire relief efforts

Delta customers can also support disaster relief in Australia by donating through a Delta-branded microsite in partnership with the American Red Cross.

Jan 13, 2020 10:01am