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Founded
1924
Headquarters
Atlanta, United States
Alliance
SkyTeam
Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest and most established commercial airlines, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1924 as a crop-dusting operation, it has grown into a global carrier serving over 300 destinations across six continents, transporting more than 200 million passengers annually in recent years.
Delta is a founding member of the SkyTeam global airline alliance and holds significant equity stakes in international partners including Air France-KLM, Korean Air, and LATAM Airlines. The carrier is known for its operational reliability, consistently ranking among the top U.S. airlines for on-time performance and customer satisfaction.
Delta operates one of the largest and most modern fleets in the world, with a strong focus on premium cabin products and in-flight connectivity. Its SkyMiles frequent flyer program is among the most recognized loyalty programs in the aviation industry.
Hubs & network
Delta's primary hubs include Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL), Los Angeles International (LAX), John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP), Detroit Metropolitan (DTW), Boston Logan (BOS), Salt Lake City International (SLC), and Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA).
Fleet
Delta operates a diverse fleet including Airbus A220, A319, A320, A321, A330, A350, and Boeing 737-900ER, 757, 767, and 717 aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›Delta originated in 1924 as Huff Daland Dusters, a crop-dusting service in Macon, Georgia.
- ›Delta merged with Northwest Airlines in 2008, creating one of the world's largest carriers by passenger volume.
- ›Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Delta's main hub, is the world's busiest airport by passenger traffic.
- ›Delta's SkyMiles program has no expiration on miles, a policy that distinguishes it from many competitors.
- ›Delta became the first major U.S. airline to ban pit bulls and certain other breeds as in-cabin emotional support animals in 2018.
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