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4 days ago

Delta's Popular Seatback Map Is Getting an Upgrade - Here's Why

Delta Airlines is introducing in-flight map accessibility features for low-vision passengers, leading industry standards for inclusive travel.
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Delta Is Giving Away $400 Gift Cards Monthly Through Next Spring

Delta is offering a $400 monthly sweepstakes through its retro Sky Hopper game, exclusively for SkyMiles members.
Sky Hopper game engages players with fun facts about Delta's loyalty program while increasing chances to win airline gift cards.

Delta Has Major Discounts on Comfort, Premium Select, and Delta One Seats Across Europe, the U.S. and More

Delta Air Lines offers discounted premium cabin flight deals, making luxury travel more affordable for fall and winter.

Delta Is Offering a Limited-Time Promotion to Help Loyalists Reach Medallion Status - What to Know

Delta's elite status is more accessible due to a promotion allowing MQD earnings on car rentals, hotels, and vacation rentals.

Delta Is Giving Away $400 Gift Cards Monthly Through Next Spring

Delta is offering a $400 monthly sweepstakes through its retro Sky Hopper game, exclusively for SkyMiles members.
Sky Hopper game engages players with fun facts about Delta's loyalty program while increasing chances to win airline gift cards.

Delta Has Major Discounts on Comfort, Premium Select, and Delta One Seats Across Europe, the U.S. and More

Delta Air Lines offers discounted premium cabin flight deals, making luxury travel more affordable for fall and winter.

Delta Is Offering a Limited-Time Promotion to Help Loyalists Reach Medallion Status - What to Know

Delta's elite status is more accessible due to a promotion allowing MQD earnings on car rentals, hotels, and vacation rentals.
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#crowdstrike

TSA silent on CrowdStrike's claim Delta skipped required security update

Delta Airlines accuses CrowdStrike of causing over $500 million in losses due to a flawed security update and lack of proper testing.

Delta sues CrowdStrike for $500 million in damages, claims "cutting corners" caused infamous July outage

Delta sues CrowdStrike for $500 million after an update caused a massive system failure, leading to 7,000 flight cancellations and reputational damage.
from Business Insider
2 weeks ago

United Airlines takes a shot at Delta's IT meltdown: 'Healthy businesses don't make excuses'

United Airlines did not disclose the financial impact of the July CrowdStrike IT outage in their earnings report, marking a contrast to Delta's significant losses.
from TechCrunch
2 months ago

CrowdStrike faces onslaught of legal action from faulty software update | TechCrunch

CrowdStrike faces potential lawsuits totaling up to $500 million after a software update issue, with Delta being a major plaintiff.

TSA silent on CrowdStrike's claim Delta skipped required security update

Delta Airlines accuses CrowdStrike of causing over $500 million in losses due to a flawed security update and lack of proper testing.

Delta sues CrowdStrike for $500 million in damages, claims "cutting corners" caused infamous July outage

Delta sues CrowdStrike for $500 million after an update caused a massive system failure, leading to 7,000 flight cancellations and reputational damage.

United Airlines takes a shot at Delta's IT meltdown: 'Healthy businesses don't make excuses'

United Airlines did not disclose the financial impact of the July CrowdStrike IT outage in their earnings report, marking a contrast to Delta's significant losses.

CrowdStrike faces onslaught of legal action from faulty software update | TechCrunch

CrowdStrike faces potential lawsuits totaling up to $500 million after a software update issue, with Delta being a major plaintiff.
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from Fast Company
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Delta is redesigning its aircraft cabins for a 'premium' feel

Delta is transforming into a premium-first airline with enhanced cabin designs and services by 2025.

Airlines are building 'business-class-lite' to generate more revenue and increase demand for the luxe seats

Airlines are introducing "Business Light" fares that reduce traditional business class amenities to create more affordable options.

Delta is redesigning its aircraft cabins for a 'premium' feel

Delta is transforming into a premium-first airline with enhanced cabin designs and services by 2025.

Airlines are building 'business-class-lite' to generate more revenue and increase demand for the luxe seats

Airlines are introducing "Business Light" fares that reduce traditional business class amenities to create more affordable options.
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Delta ex-flight attendant files lawsuit alleging retaliation, sexual harassment

The lawsuit highlights retaliation against employees who support unionization efforts at Delta Airlines, amid claims of sexual harassment and anti-union tactics.
#passenger-rights

Delta kicks woman with shellfish allergy off flight, passenger alleges

Airline allergy protocols can lead to passengers being removed from flights despite prior notification.

Delta struggles into Tuesday to restore operations

An investigation opened into Delta Airlines following tech outage.
Transportation Secretary emphasizes the need for the airline to attend to stranded passengers.
Passengers reported Delta's refusal to provide refunds, hotels, or meals.

Delta kicks woman with shellfish allergy off flight, passenger alleges

Airline allergy protocols can lead to passengers being removed from flights despite prior notification.

Delta struggles into Tuesday to restore operations

An investigation opened into Delta Airlines following tech outage.
Transportation Secretary emphasizes the need for the airline to attend to stranded passengers.
Passengers reported Delta's refusal to provide refunds, hotels, or meals.
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#air-travel

SFO introduces new route to city celebrated for stunning architecture

United Airlines is expanding its international flight offerings extensively for 2025, aiming to connect travelers to new global destinations.

FAA investigating after Delta passengers report bleeding ears and noses

Delta flight experienced severe cabin pressure issues, leading to bleeding eardrums and medical emergencies among passengers.

SFO introduces new route to city celebrated for stunning architecture

United Airlines is expanding its international flight offerings extensively for 2025, aiming to connect travelers to new global destinations.

FAA investigating after Delta passengers report bleeding ears and noses

Delta flight experienced severe cabin pressure issues, leading to bleeding eardrums and medical emergencies among passengers.
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Two Delta Airlines agents smuggled over $3M in ketamine through JFK: feds

Two Delta ramp agents arrested for smuggling $3 million worth of ketamine at JFK Airport.
#aviation-safety

Boeing flight from US diverts to London Gatwick after emergency declared

A flight issued a general emergency signal leading to an unscheduled landing at Gatwick Airport, though the cause of the emergency remains uncertain.

FAA investigates after cabin pressure malfunction injures Delta passengers

Delta Flight 1203 faced critical pressurization issues, leading to injuries and an FAA investigation, emphasizing the importance of cabin safety.

Delta flight attendant 'unexpectedly' hit passenger multiple times with 'loaded' beverage cart: suit

A Delta Airlines worker allegedly injured a passenger by striking her with a beverage cart, leading to a lawsuit citing negligence.

Boeing flight from US diverts to London Gatwick after emergency declared

A flight issued a general emergency signal leading to an unscheduled landing at Gatwick Airport, though the cause of the emergency remains uncertain.

FAA investigates after cabin pressure malfunction injures Delta passengers

Delta Flight 1203 faced critical pressurization issues, leading to injuries and an FAA investigation, emphasizing the importance of cabin safety.

Delta flight attendant 'unexpectedly' hit passenger multiple times with 'loaded' beverage cart: suit

A Delta Airlines worker allegedly injured a passenger by striking her with a beverage cart, leading to a lawsuit citing negligence.
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#flight-incident

Passenger says she bled from her ears after a Delta flight failed to pressurize

A Delta flight to Portland returned to Salt Lake City due to pressurization failure, causing injuries to multiple passengers.

Former NFL, BC player issues brief statement after allegedly urinating on passenger during flight

Gosder Cherilus was arrested for disruptive behavior on a flight, including assault and public urination, leading to disorderly conduct charges.

Ex-NFL player Gosder Cherilus arrested after allegedly urinating on woman during flight

Former NFL player Gosder Cherilus faces serious legal charges after an alleged drunken incident on a flight from Boston to Dublin.

Passenger says she bled from her ears after a Delta flight failed to pressurize

A Delta flight to Portland returned to Salt Lake City due to pressurization failure, causing injuries to multiple passengers.

Former NFL, BC player issues brief statement after allegedly urinating on passenger during flight

Gosder Cherilus was arrested for disruptive behavior on a flight, including assault and public urination, leading to disorderly conduct charges.

Ex-NFL player Gosder Cherilus arrested after allegedly urinating on woman during flight

Former NFL player Gosder Cherilus faces serious legal charges after an alleged drunken incident on a flight from Boston to Dublin.
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How to use Delta Companion Certificates to travel for cheaper in 2024

Delta Companion Certificates can save significant money on travel by offering a second ticket at just taxes and fees for cardholders.
Premium airline credit cards provide extensive benefits that justify their high annual fees for frequent travelers.
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from www.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

A Delta plane's wing damages another airliner on Atlanta airport runway

A Delta aircraft clipped another plane's tail at Atlanta Airport, but no injuries were reported.

Two Delta planes collide on Atlanta airport taxiway, knocking the tail off one of the jets

Two Delta jets collided on taxiway at Atlanta airport with no reported injuries.

A Delta plane's wing damages another airliner on Atlanta airport runway

A Delta aircraft clipped another plane's tail at Atlanta Airport, but no injuries were reported.

Two Delta planes collide on Atlanta airport taxiway, knocking the tail off one of the jets

Two Delta jets collided on taxiway at Atlanta airport with no reported injuries.
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Atlanta airport incident: Delta plane knocks tail off another in taxiway collision, airline, FAA say

Two planes collided at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with no injuries reported; FAA to investigate the incident.

Why Delta was left reeling from the CrowdStrike outage more than rival airlines

Delta's heavy reliance on Atlanta led to significant flight cancellations and operational challenges compared to competitors.

NY family loses out on dream vacation as delayed flight causes them to narrowly miss 8-day cruise - watched from dock as ship sailed away

A family's dream vacation was ruined by a flight delay, leading to financial losses and emotional distress.

Delta flight with 281 passengers diverted to JFK after a customer medical issue said to be diarrhea

Delta flight diverted from Boston to Rome due to a passenger's medical issue involving severe diarrhea, marking the second such incident in a year.

Ex-NFL player allegedly urinates on man in flight

Gosder Cherilus was arrested for disorderly conduct during a flight, allegedly due to drunken behavior.

A man seemingly boarded a Delta flight without a valid ticket and was kicked off when a family said he was following them

A man boarded a Delta flight without a ticket, alarming passengers after he followed a family around the airport, prompting an investigation.

Plan revealed for Southwest Airlines management takeover

Southwest Airlines faces pressure from Elliott Investment Management for substantial leadership changes despite its recent business model overhaul.

Today's top business headlines: Sam Bankman-Fried's sentencing, Apple's $490 million settlement, and a conversation with Delta's CEO

Federal prosecutors seek 40-50 years for FTX founder
Tim Cook to pay $490 million settlement

Boeing is slowly breaking the airline industry

Delta Sync offers flight details on screen
Delta plans to expand Wi-Fi services

Deputy US Marshal detained in UK after allegedly sexually abusing woman on flight from JFK: report

A deputy US Marshal was detained by UK police after allegedly being disruptive and sexually abusing a woman on a flight from JFK Airport to London.
A second deputy marshal was also detained but released shortly afterward.
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