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Authored by New York–based journalist Mark Ellwood and organized decade by decade, Delta: 100 Years & Climbing brings Delta’s history to life through striking photography and personal stories.

In a letter to SkyMiles Members today, Erik Snell, Delta's Chief Customer Experience Officer, said Delta is ready to welcome travelers this holiday and beyond. Read the full letter below about Delta’s operations heading into Thanksgiving travel.

 

Delta celebrated 25 years of its DREAM flight, giving students with aviation aspirations the opportunity to travel with and learn from current industry leaders.  

Following the official reopening of the U.S. government Wednesday night, Ed appeared on CBS Mornings to reassure customers that Delta is ready for holiday travel. 

A historic bell-ringing ceremony marks Delta Air Lines’ enduring commitment to innovation, resilience and connecting the world.

This year marks the 14th year of the two-day Veterans Day Celebration, which is hosted at Delta TechOps and brings together employees, families and friends to recognize the more than 12% of our workforce who are veterans.  

Last month, 100 Delta employees and local community volunteers from Atlanta’s Grant Park came together to build Delta’s 46th KABOOM! playground and 11th in the airline’s hometown. Delta partnered with Grant Park Conservancy to build the new playspace in Grant Park, the oldest park in Atlanta. 

Delta is introducing Delta Comfort Basic, a new travel experience on sale today in very select markets for travel on or after Nov. 19. This new offering is designed to give customers more choice – allowing them to tailor their journey based on what matters most to them, whether it’s comfort, value or convenience.   

As Delta looks toward the next century of flight, the airline is unveiling a new uniform collection for its above- and below-wing employees that honors its legacy and embraces its future. 

Delta’s new uniform program, years in the making, is more than just fabric and fit — it's a testament to Delta’s commitment to its people and its brand.

Located on the grounds of Salt Lake City International Airport, Delta’s future 48,000-square-foot-cargo facility marks the airline’s continued investment and growth in Utah.

For the 11th year, Delta will match donations up to an aggregate total of 10 million miles donated to the Fisher House Foundation and Luke's Wings through SkyWish, the charitable arm of the SkyMiles Program.  

Delta will resume flights to Tel Aviv (TLV) from both Atlanta (ATL) and Boston (BOS), expanding the airline’s trans-Atlantic network and restoring nonstop service from key U.S. hubs to Israel.

Delta wins five Forbes 2025 Verified Travel Awards — most by any airline — as it adds to its list of Centennial year accolades. 

Delta Concierge, an AI-powered assistant in the app designed to deliver real time, personalized support to SkyMiles Members, is now rolling out to select customers in beta form. It will launch with limited functionality and evolve over time as Delta teams listen to and learn from customer feedback. 

Delta is celebrating 100 days to the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 with a custom Team USA livery and the release of unforgettable packages giving Members the chance to attend.

Delta officially launched its first-ever nonstop flight from Atlanta to Marrakech on Oct. 25, marking a major milestone in connecting the Southeastern U.S. to the heart of Morocco.

In the latest installment of her series featuring the remarkable people who make Delta a great place to work, E.V.P. and Chief People Officer Allison Ausband shares the story of three unlikely friends who forged a bond as survivors in a way only Delta people can.

The nearly 34,000-square-foot space in the newly expanded Concourse B seats 600 guests and is the second largest in the Delta Sky Club network.

Just when you thought you had explored every corner of your coffee obsession, your favorite loyalty partners, Delta Air Lines and Starbucks, are brewing up The In-Air Coffeehouse a first-of-its-kind experience available exclusively for SkyMiles Members.

Beginning Oct. 23, 2026, Delta will connect Atlanta to Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as the airline continues its global growth.

Delta’s new partnership with Crunchyroll brings the vibrant world of anime to the skies. SkyMiles Members can log in to Delta Sync Wi-Fi to unlock an exclusive offer to stream Crunchyroll’s full and expansive anime catalog for free for 24 hours (no form of payment required), and all customers are invited to discover and enjoy fan-favorite series on seatback screens.  

Celebrating 100 years of flight, Delta honors Boston’s legacy at the Head of the Charles while spotlighting its role as a global gateway – connecting the city to approximately 70 destinations worldwide. 

Delta is proud to be named one of the 2025 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women®, marking the company’s return to the list since 2019. This recognition, informed by our Great Place To Work® Trust Index Survey and employee feedback, celebrates companies with exceptional cultures for women in the workplace.   

Delta is once again redefining the onboard dining experience with its newest culinary collaboration, teaming up with globally renowned chef and humanitarian, José Andrés.

The latest 7.5 app update is here, empowering travelers with greater flexibility, enhanced visibility, and new self-service features to simplify every step of the customer journey.

Since 2022, the partnership has launched 9 new routes, operated more than 62,000 flights, and transported over 14.5 million passengers.