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Climbing Together: A Century of Stories
As Delta soars from one century to the next, we celebrate the spirit that’s illuminated our path — moments of bold ingenuity and selfless compassion that define who we are. Check throughout the year for more stories that explore the past, present and future of our airline.
The new Centennial-themed trading card collection honors Delta’s milestone as the first U.S. airline to turn 100 with a fresh, eye-catching design – featuring the new Centennial colors and branding.
CEO Ed Bastian sent the following email to Delta SkyMiles members on Saturday, Jan. 18, highlighting the airline's commitment to a bold vision that builds on its first century of excellence, driven by its goals of providing welcoming, elevated and caring service to customers every time they fly.
Delta’s appearance at the tech event commemorated a century of groundbreaking aviation milestones and the airline’s commitment to innovation, all powered by people.
The true origin of the Delta name doesn’t lie solely in the Greek letter – it’s the brainchild of a woman named Catherine FitzGerald, who suggested the name to Delta’s founder as a way to pay homage to the agricultural region that was foundational to the airline’s success.
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