--- title: 'News archive: 2024' url: 'https://news.delta.com/news-archive/2024' updated: '2026-11-02T21:15:01+00:00' stories: 57 --- # News archive: 2024 All 57 stories from 2024, newest first. Newer: [2025](https://news.delta.com/news-archive/2025.md) · Older: [2023](https://news.delta.com/news-archive/2023.md) · [All years](https://news.delta.com/news-archive.md) ## January 2025 - [Delta unveils AI-powered travel journey with new ‘multi-modal’ transportation options](https://news.delta.com/delta-unveils-ai-powered-travel-journey-new-multi-modal-transportation-options.md) — Customer Experience · Jan 7, 2025 The always-on, AI-powered ‘Delta Concierge’ promises personalized, contextual insights and experiences to help customers connect to their journey more meaningfully at every step. New partnership with Uber, advancements with Joby, shine light on ‘multi-modal’ travel future. ## December 2024 - [Delta boosts Summer 2025 schedule with return of seven U.S. and Latin leisure routes](https://news.delta.com/delta-boosts-summer-2025-schedule-return-seven-us-and-latin-leisure-routes.md) — Routes & Destinations · Dec 23, 2024 These flights will connect key hubs in Atlanta (ATL), Detroit (DTW) and Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) to popular summer destinations such as Bangor, Punta Cana, Bozeman and more. - [‘An eye-opening experience’: Delta partners with Junior Achievement Korea for job shadowing program](https://news.delta.com/eye-opening-experience-delta-partners-junior-achievement-korea-job-shadowing-program.md) — Purpose · Dec 23, 2024 On Nov. 22, students from Younghwa International Tourism High School visited Incheon Airport for a day of hands-on career development and a peek behind the curtain of running a global airline. - [Delta builds 7th KABOOM! playground in Los Angeles area and 42nd overall](https://news.delta.com/delta-builds-7th-kaboom-playground-los-angeles-area-and-42nd-overall.md) — Purpose · Dec 20, 2024 On Saturday, Dec. 7, over 100 Delta and City of Bell volunteers came together with national partner KABOOM! to build Delta’s 42nd playground. - [Delta launches nonstop Washington D.C. to Seattle service March 2025](https://news.delta.com/delta-launches-nonstop-washington-dc-seattle-service-march-2025.md) — Routes & Destinations · Dec 19, 2024 New route solidifies service to DCA from all of Delta’s U.S. hubs. As the largest beyond-perimeter market, Delta’s new service is a vital addition to an underserved market. - [Beyond the skies: Delta and its people make an impact in our communities in 2024](https://news.delta.com/beyond-skies-delta-and-its-people-make-impact-our-communities-2024.md) — Community · Dec 19, 2024 Giving back has been core to Delta's culture for nearly 100 years. Here are some of the ways Delta and its people gave back to communities across the world in 2024. - [Delta Air Lines announces webcast of December quarter and full year 2024 financial results](https://news.delta.com/delta-air-lines-announces-webcast-december-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results.md) — Financial · Dec 18, 2024 A live webcast of Delta Air Line's December quarter and full year 2024 financial results will be available at ir.delta.com on Jan. 10, 2025 at 10 a.m. ET. - [Travel like royalty: Delta opens first-ever Sky Club at Charlotte Douglas International](https://news.delta.com/travel-royalty-delta-opens-first-ever-sky-club-charlotte-douglas-international.md) — Airports · Dec 18, 2024 The 14,000-square-foot Club located in Concourse A seats 246 guests and is suited for business and leisure travelers alike. - [Holiday travel prep: Delta teams and technology ready to make your journeys bright](https://news.delta.com/holiday-travel-prep-delta-teams-and-technology-ready-make-your-journeys-bright.md) — Operations · Dec 17, 2024 Delta teams are ready to fly 9.3 million customers on more than 75,000 flights from Dec. 20 to Jan. 6. Here are a few ways customers can get ready for their holiday travel. - [Sustainability wrapped: 10 ways Delta made progress toward its goals in 2024](https://news.delta.com/sustainability-wrapped-10-ways-delta-made-progress-toward-its-goals-2024.md) — Sustainability · Dec 17, 2024 Delta is committed to connecting the world to a more sustainable future of travel. Read about the progress made in 2024 toward its decarbonization and sustainability goals. - [Inside Delta’s nerve center: How an OCC Duty Director and the team prepare for winter](https://news.delta.com/inside-deltas-nerve-center-how-occ-duty-director-and-team-prepare-winter.md) — Operations · Dec 17, 2024 Delta's Operations & Customer Center is gearing up for winter, and we talked to Pete Sansom, one of six OCC Duty Directors, about how the team ensures the airline is prepared to run a smooth operation this season. - [Holiday wanderlust: Insider picks from Delta staff for Europe's best Christmas markets](https://news.delta.com/holiday-wanderlust-insider-picks-delta-staff-europes-best-christmas-markets.md) — Routes & Destinations · Dec 16, 2024 Delta people share their favorite European Christmas markets to visit and how to get there. - [Delta to resume daily seasonal flight between Rio de Janeiro and New York](https://news.delta.com/delta-resume-daily-seasonal-flight-between-rio-de-janeiro-and-new-york.md) — Routes & Destinations · Dec 16, 2024 The GIG-JFK route will be offered until March 28, 2025; clients will also be able to enjoy daily flights between the “Marvelous City” and Atlanta, which are currently offered three times a week. - [Experience luxurious in-flight dining with Delta One from LOS-ATL](https://news.delta.com/experience-luxurious-flight-dining-delta-one-los-atl.md) — On Board · Dec 16, 2024 Learn more about Delta One premium cabin's delectable range of continental and traditional culinary delights, designed to satisfy your appetite while you soar across the skies. - [Taste and see fresh Ghanaian flavors on Delta’s JFK-ACC route](https://news.delta.com/taste-and-see-fresh-ghanaian-flavors-deltas-jfk-acc-route.md) — On Board · Dec 16, 2024 For Ghanaian passengers desiring home cooking on board the ACC-JFK route, Delta Air Lines provides the comfort of local flavors modified by customer feedback in flight, just in time for holiday travel. - [Delta TechOps donates a record 1,700 bikes to Toys for Tots at 20th annual event](https://news.delta.com/delta-techops-donates-record-1700-bikes-toys-tots-20th-annual-event.md) — Community · Dec 13, 2024 Delta TechOps presented a record 1,700 bikes, over 1,300 new toys and a check for $50,000 from Delta to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation Atlanta affiliate at a festive, fun-filled event at the TechOps Hangar in Atlanta on December 4th. - [Delta Board of Directors welcomes Christophe Beck as newest member](https://news.delta.com/delta-board-directors-welcomes-christophe-beck-newest-member.md) — Business · Dec 13, 2024 Delta Air Lines’ board of directors today announced Christophe Beck as its newest member. - [Delta named ‘Airline of the Year’ and other notable recognitions by Global Traveler](https://news.delta.com/delta-named-airline-year-and-other-notable-recognitions-global-traveler.md) — Awards & Recognition · Dec 12, 2024 Delta Air Lines has been declared ‘Airline of the Year’ by Global Traveler and secured multiple recognitions within the publication’s 21st Annual GT Tested Reader Survey Awards. - [Delta builds 2nd KABOOM! playground in Boston, with special welcome from local and state leaders](https://news.delta.com/delta-builds-2nd-kaboom-playground-boston-special-welcome-local-and-state-leaders.md) — Community · Dec 12, 2024 Delta is proud to support KABOOM! in its goal to end play space inequality by uniting with communities to build intentional play spaces that spark joy and foster a sense of belonging for children who are often denied opportunities to thrive. - [CES 2025: Delta’s keynote to bring immersive experiences, exclusive musical performance and more to kick off airline’s Centennial](https://news.delta.com/ces-2025-deltas-keynote-bring-immersive-experiences-exclusive-musical-performance-and-more-kick.md) — Customer Experience · Dec 12, 2024 For those planning to attend CES, the most powerful tech event in the world, read on for details on Delta's full keynote experience. - [100 years and 290 destinations worldwide: Delta hiring flight attendants for 2025](https://news.delta.com/100-years-and-290-destinations-worldwide-delta-hiring-flight-attendants-2025.md) — Employer · Dec 11, 2024 As Delta enters its centennial year and prepares to fly its most robust travel schedule ever, the airline is once again accepting flight attendant applications for its upcoming 2025 hiring classes. - [Delta people inspire homeless youth to keep climbing through Covenant House Career Readiness Program](https://news.delta.com/delta-people-inspire-homeless-youth-keep-climbing-through-covenant-house-career-readiness-program.md) — Community · Dec 10, 2024 Workforce development initiatives like the Delta Career Readiness Program (DCRP) is proving to be a life-changing benefit of Delta and Covenant House’s 12-year collaboration. Starting with a few dedicated Delta people in Atlanta, the program is now available to youth in New York City. - [Delta volunteers build 4 new homes with Atlanta Habitat for Humanity](https://news.delta.com/delta-volunteers-build-4-new-homes-atlanta-habitat-humanity.md) — Community · Dec 10, 2024 Delta and Atlanta Habitat for Humanity teamed up to make homeowner dreams come true for four deserving families. - [All aboard: Delta One Lounge at Boston Logan International offers fine dining with a seafaring flair](https://news.delta.com/all-aboard-delta-one-lounge-boston-logan-international-offers-fine-dining-seafaring-flair.md) — Airports · Dec 9, 2024 Accessible through the Delta Sky Club on Concourse E at Boston Logan International Airport, the 6,700-square-foot exclusive dining lounge will offer guests a one-of-a-kind culinary experience and includes details that pay homage to Boston's maritime heritage. - [Delta achieves key financial milestone and returns to fully investment grade balance sheet](https://news.delta.com/delta-achieves-key-financial-milestone-and-returns-fully-investment-grade-balance-sheet.md) — Financial · Dec 5, 2024 Delta achieved an important financial milestone on Tuesday when S&P Global Ratings, one of three credit rating agencies, raised its rating to investment grade - a reflection of the company’s strong financial outlook. - [Delta debuts new pilot training facility in Salt Lake City](https://news.delta.com/delta-debuts-new-pilot-training-facility-salt-lake-city.md) — Employer · Dec 4, 2024 The nearly 50,000-square-foot facility next to Salt Lake City International Airport is Delta’s latest investment in Utah. - [Winter your way: Shop Delta’s largest selection of seasonal travel deals](https://news.delta.com/winter-your-way-shop-deltas-largest-selection-seasonal-travel-deals.md) — Routes & Destinations · Dec 2, 2024 Explore flight and travel deals during the 3-day Cyber Monday period, December 2–4, 2024. ## November 2024 - [By the numbers: Thanksgiving holiday travel on Delta](https://news.delta.com/numbers-thanksgiving-holiday-travel-delta.md) — Operations · Nov 26, 2024 Here’s a rundown of pro tips, fast facts and nice-to-knows about how Delta people will connect you with the people and places you love during your Thanksgiving holiday. - [Delta named ‘Most Honored Company’ on Extel 2024 All-America Executive Team list](https://news.delta.com/delta-named-most-honored-company-extel-2024-all-america-executive-team-list.md) — Financial · Nov 22, 2024 For the seventh consecutive year, Delta was the highest scoring airline on the 2024-2025 All-America Executive Team rankings by Extel (formerly Institutional Investor). - [Delta highlights differentiation and durability at 2024 Investor Day](https://news.delta.com/delta-highlights-differentiation-and-durability-2024-investor-day.md) — Financial · Nov 20, 2024 Delta Air Lines highlighted the company's strategic priorities and long-term financial commitments in a presentation to the investment community today in New York. - [Delta named No. 1 for business travelers for 14th consecutive year](https://news.delta.com/delta-named-no-1-business-travelers-14th-consecutive-year.md) — Awards & Recognition · Nov 19, 2024 The annual Business Travel News survey asks corporate travel professionals to rank airlines on a variety of attributes, including network—both partnerships and frequencies—customer service and communication, distribution, products and services. - [Now boarding: Delta to serve Shake Shack burgers on flights](https://news.delta.com/now-boarding-delta-serve-shake-shack-burgers-flights.md) — On Board · Nov 19, 2024 Delta’s first-of-its-kind partnership with Shake Shack will begin on flights out of Boston on Dec. 1, with plans for expansion to other U.S. markets throughout 2025. - [Innovation in Incheon: From robot guides to robot food delivery](https://news.delta.com/innovation-incheon-robot-guides-robot-food-delivery.md) — Airports · Nov 18, 2024 Learn about the robot helpers in Incheon Airport that provide invaluable assistance to customers across their travel journeys. - [Ghanaian flight attendant shares his ‘love for Delta’](https://news.delta.com/ghanaian-flight-attendant-shares-his-love-delta.md) — People · Nov 18, 2024 Hear about JFK-based Flight Attendant's Eric Adu's serendipitous encounter with Delta and how his experience fuels his loyalty to the airline. - [Unlock more once-in-a-lifetimes: Delta launches re-imagined SkyMiles Experiences](https://news.delta.com/unlock-more-once-lifetimes-delta-launches-re-imagined-skymiles-experiences.md) — SkyMiles · Nov 15, 2024 Launching on Nov. 18, Delta’s even-better SkyMiles Experiences platform is curated with SkyMiles Members in mind – giving them more ways to use their miles and access to unforgettable experiences beyond travel. - [Culinary takeoff: Delta brings new wine selections and chef-designed meals onboard](https://news.delta.com/culinary-takeoff-delta-brings-new-wine-selections-and-chef-designed-meals-onboard.md) — On Board · Nov 12, 2024 Just in time for the holidays, Delta is refreshing its one-of-a-kind seasonal wine program and adding new delicious snacks and meals designed in partnership with award-winning chefs. - [How Delta is celebrating Veterans Day 2024 and supporting military members all year round](https://news.delta.com/how-delta-celebrating-veterans-day-2024-and-supporting-military-members-all-year-round.md) — Honoring Our Veterans · Nov 11, 2024 Learn more about how Delta celebrates and supports veterans all year round. - [Delta tops 5 categories in Forbes Travel Guide Luxury Air Travel Awards, including Best US Airline](https://news.delta.com/delta-tops-5-categories-forbes-travel-guide-luxury-air-travel-awards-including-best-us-airline.md) — Awards & Recognition · Nov 4, 2024 Delta shines in Forbes Travel Guide’s first Verified Air Travel Awards, celebrating best airline and airport experiences. - [Delta and Junior Achievement Africa celebrate 25 years of partnership with sustainable innovation competition](https://news.delta.com/delta-and-junior-achievement-africa-celebrate-25-years-partnership-sustainable-innovation.md) — Nov 4, 2024 Delta Air Lines celebrated 25 years of continued partnership with Junior Achievement (JA) Nigeria in support of a transformative initiative and Nigeria’s commitment to nurturing the potential of young Nigerians. ## October 2024 - [Delta unveils new cabin interior across its fleet](https://news.delta.com/delta-unveils-new-cabin-interior-across-its-fleet.md) — On Board · Oct 15, 2024 New cabin design enhances customer experience and showcases the future of flying with Delta. Debuting on a narrowbody Boeing 757 aircraft that will begin flying on domestic and short haul international routes later this fall, followed by a widebody Airbus A350 in early 2025. - [Industry first: FAA accepts Delta’s plan to use drones for maintenance inspections](https://news.delta.com/industry-first-faa-accepts-deltas-plan-use-drones-maintenance-inspections.md) — Operations · Oct 4, 2024 Delta is the first U.S. commercial operator to receive FAA Certificate Management Office concurrence for our plans to use these drones for maintenance inspections across our fleet. ## August 2024 - [Delta Business Traveler debuts with tailored offers for every kind of business flier](https://news.delta.com/delta-business-traveler-debuts-tailored-offers-every-kind-business-flier.md) — Customer Experience · Aug 20, 2024 Delta is the first U.S. airline to provide a dedicated program for all business travelers — regardless of their company’s size or relationship with Delta. - [Delta Air Lines named official airline of the WNBA](https://news.delta.com/delta-air-lines-named-official-airline-wnba.md) — Business · Aug 19, 2024 The airline inks multiyear agreement with the league, building on Delta’s commitment to women’s sports. - [Delta celebrates Team USA and the return of the Olympic Games to the US, featuring its LA28 livery](https://news.delta.com/delta-celebrates-team-usa-and-return-olympic-games-us-featuring-its-la28-livery.md) — Business · Aug 13, 2024 As the Official Airline of Team USA and an inaugural Founding Partner of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Delta is honored to be part of the flag’s transfer from one iconic city to the next. ## July 2024 - [What Delta is doing to make things right for customers impacted by CrowdStrike disruption](https://news.delta.com/what-delta-doing-make-things-right-customers-impacted-crowdstrike-disruption.md) — Customer Experience · Jul 26, 2024 Following the CrowdStrike outage and resulting operational disruption, Delta is continuing to offer several customer-focused options to ease the travel experience and make things right. - [An update for Delta customers from CEO Ed Bastian (July 24)](https://news.delta.com/update-delta-customers-ceo-ed-bastian-july-24.md) — Operations · Jul 24, 2024 Delta CEO Ed Bastian shared the following message Wednesday morning as the airline continues to recover from the impact of last week's CrowdStrike outage. ## June 2024 - [Delta One Lounge at New York-JFK ushers in a new era of premium travel for airline](https://news.delta.com/delta-one-lounge-new-york-jfk-ushers-new-era-premium-travel-airline.md) — Customer Experience · Jun 25, 2024 The Delta One Lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport – the first of its kind, and larger than any Delta Sky Club – offers a variety of experiences and amenities for the premium traveler. ## March 2024 - [Delta Air Lines announces webcast of March quarter 2024 financial results](https://news.delta.com/delta-air-lines-announces-webcast-march-quarter-2024-financial-results.md) — Financial · Mar 27, 2024 - [First look: Delta employees preview new uniform prototypes](https://news.delta.com/first-look-delta-employees-preview-new-uniform-prototypes.md) — News · Mar 20, 2024 In partnership with GPS Apparel by Gap Inc., Delta is bringing to life prototypes of an all-new, modern and “distinctly Delta” uniform collection, which features details that pay homage to the airline's brand identity and heritage. - [Delta celebrates decades of connection to Montego Bay, Bermuda and St. Lucia](https://news.delta.com/delta-celebrates-decades-connection-montego-bay-bermuda-and-st-lucia.md) — Routes & Destinations · Mar 20, 2024 Delta is celebrating several significant milestones in its history of connectivity with Latin America and the Caribbean. The celebration of these anniversaries is a testament to Delta's commitment to providing more choices and seamless connections to sought-after destinations. - [Delta lands on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list](https://news.delta.com/delta-lands-fast-companys-most-innovative-companies-list.md) — Awards & Recognition · Mar 19, 2024 Delta climbed the ranks on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list in the travel category, earning accolades for making fast, free Wi-Fi standard in the sky. - [SkyTeam named ‘Alliance of the Year’ in Air Transport Awards 2024](https://news.delta.com/skyteam-named-alliance-year-air-transport-awards-2024.md) — Awards & Recognition · Mar 18, 2024 - [Delta goes big in Texas with SXSW, ongoing commitment to Austin](https://news.delta.com/delta-goes-big-texas-sxsw-ongoing-commitment-austin.md) — SkyMiles · Mar 15, 2024 Delta’s SXSW® debut featured exclusive experiences for SkyMiles® members and speaking engagements from seven Delta leaders. Read more on how Delta is leading the future of connection and rooting itself in the Austin community. - [Delta restarts service to New York from Venice](https://news.delta.com/delta-restarts-service-new-york-venice.md) — Routes & Destinations · Mar 12, 2024 Delta is bringing the U.S. and Italy closer than ever, restarting its nonstop flights between New York-JFK and Venice Marco Polo Airport. The flights will operate daily using a Boeing 767-300 aircraft with 216 seats. - [Delta sponsorship as official airline of the ACEA Run Rome the Marathon 2024](https://news.delta.com/delta-sponsorship-official-airline-acea-run-rome-marathon-2024.md) — Community · Mar 12, 2024 In the run up to the March 17 marathon, Delta will set up a dedicated “Walk in Stand” at the Expo Village in the Palazzo dei Congressi from March 15-16, where the airline will be showcasing its Delta One cabin and onboard amenities, as well as its partnership with Spotify. - [‘We’re a force for good in the world’: Delta CEO takes SXSW stage with stories of culture, perseverance](https://news.delta.com/were-force-good-world-delta-ceo-takes-sxsw-stage-stories-culture-perseverance.md) — People · Mar 11, 2024 As part of Delta’s presence at SXSW 2024, CEO Ed Bastian shared the stage with Fortune Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell to talk about the importance of putting people first. ## September 2023 - [A restaurant experience at cruising altitude: New food and beverages are taking off in Delta’s latest refresh](https://news.delta.com/fall-2023-food-beverage-refresh.md) — On Board · Sep 12, 2023 Oat milk creamer, seasonal beers and tequila now boarding! With the change in seasons comes big changes for customers’ food and beverage experience on board, including refreshed drink and snack selections, new chef-curated dishes, Delta One service enhancements, exclusive pre-select meal options and more.