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Auckland Airport Experiences 26% Capacity Increase in North American Air Connections for Summer

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(IN SHORT) Auckland Airport is witnessing a surge in North American air connections, offering travelers 26% more capacity this summer compared to pre-pandemic levels. Scott Tasker, Auckland Airport Chief Customer Officer, expressed excitement about the expanded airline and route options connecting New Zealand to North America. The increased capacity reflects the strong demand from both… Read the full press release

Heathrow Introduces Pre-Bookable Security Slots for Passenger Convenience

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Heathrow launching 6-month trial for passengers to pre-book a slot at security giving them extra peace of mind when travelling The trial will initially open to passengers in Terminal 3 travelling with American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates and Virgin Atlantic – with more airlines added during the trial Findings from the trial will inform… Read the full press release

Korean Air and Delta employees team up to repair homes in the Philippines resettlement site

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Seoul, South Korea, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air and Delta Air Lines employees participated in a home repair project in Calauan, the Philippines, on March 17, 2023. Calauan in Laguna Province is home to a resettlement site project of 650 houses built by Habitat for Humanity for low-income families affected by Typhoon… Read the full press release

O’Hare International Airport Unveils Modernized Terminal 5 with 25% Increased Capacity and 75% More Amenities

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Upgraded terminal improves efficiency and enhances passenger experience with expanded gate capacity, amenity space, security checkpoints, and more CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joined the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today (01/31/2023) to celebrate the grand opening of the new eastern extension of Terminal 5, a major milestone… Read the full press release

RDU Airport Partners with CLEAR to Bring Frictionless Travel Experience with Biometrics Identity Verification Technology

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Passengers Can Confirm Their Identity with their Eyes or Fingers Morrisville, NC, 2023-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — RDU and CLEAR (NYSE: YOU) launched biometrics identity verification technology Wednesday, bringing a frictionless and predictable travel experience to the Research Triangle region. CLEAR’s launch at RDU is expected to create 44 jobs and generate approximately $2.6… Read the full press release

London Gatwick Airport Sees Strong Recovery with 71% of Pre-Pandemic Passenger Numbers in 2022

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London, UK, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Annual traffic results published by VINCI Airports show that London Gatwick Airport served 32.8 million passengers in 2022, which represents 71% of pre-pandemic (2019) numbers.  This follows the airport welcoming only 6.3 million passengers in 2021. Gatwick Airport’s strong recovery is further evidenced by its increased long-haul connectivity,… Read the full press release

Gatwick Airport welcomes back Delta Air Lines’ daily services to New York JFK from 10 April 2023

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London, UK, 2022-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers travelling to the USA from Gatwick Airport can now book flights to New York JFK with Delta Air Lines, after the operator announced it would be returning to the London airport from next April. Delta will be operating a daily service out of New York on… Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport welcomes Delta Air Lines nonstop service to Atlanta

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Third market added at OAK reflects robust East Bay recovery Oakland, Calif. , 2022-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Delta Air Lines has added nonstop service between OAK and its global hub at Atlanta, Georgia. Daily flights, now available for booking, begin on August 8, 2022, using Delta’s Boeing 737-900 airliner with 20 seats in Delta… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport announces Delta Air Lines One-time nonstop service from Birmingham, Huntsville and Savannah

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One-time nonstop service to Indy from Birmingham, Huntsville and Savannah INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2022-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) announced today (Jan. 3, 2021) that Delta Air Lines has added one-time service with nonstop flights from Birmingham (BHM), Huntsville (HSV) and Savannah (SAV) specifically for the College Football National Playoff Championship… Read the full press release

SJC welcomes Delta Air Lines’ services between San José to Atlanta

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World’s Busiest Airport enhances global access for Silicon Valley’s Airport San José, Calif., 2021-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ —Beginning tonight, travelers will enjoy even more access and ease when flying from San José to Atlanta. Officials at Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) announced today (August 5, 2021) that daily nonstop service to… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines returns to Manchester Airport with new peak-summer service to Boston

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Now boarding – Virgin Atlantic and Delta unveil new schedule between Manchester and United States Delta returns to Manchester to join forces with Virgin Atlantic Manchester, UK, 2019-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Atlantic and Delta Air Lines are boosting flights between the U.K and U.S. from next summer, with Delta returning to Manchester… Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport welcomes Delta Air Lines’ nonstop service to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport this summer

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Nonstop from OAK this summer… connecting to the world Oakland, Calif., 2019-Mar-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakland International Airport (OAK) announces today (March 5, 2019) that beginning June 9, 2019, Delta Air Lines will resume nonstop service between Oakland and Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Passengers will appreciate the early morning arrival in ATL and connections… Read the full press release

Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Scott Hammond for his outstanding leadership in aviation safety

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Saint Helena Island Resident Recognized for Outstanding Leadership WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Scott Hammond with its Air Safety Award for his outstanding leadership in aviation safety. Capt. Hammond was presented with the award today at ALPA’s… Read the full press release

ALPA recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Robert “Rip” Torn with a Presidential Citation

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Cedar Park Pilot Honored for Commitment to Aviation Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Robert “Rip” Torn with a Presidential Citation for his tireless commitment to advancing the Association’s safety work. The award was presented during ALPA’s 64th Air Safety Forum… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines Captain Paul Wilkinson honored with ALPA Superior Airmanship Award

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Utah Pilot Recognized for Extraordinary Commitment to Passenger Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) honored Sandy, Utah, resident and Delta Air Lines Captain Paul Wilkinson, in addition to his crewmates Captains Greg Rooney and Jay Arnett, with the prestigious ALPA Superior… Read the full press release

ALPA recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Dan Coogan with Presidential Citation

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Canton Pilot Honored for Contributions to Aviation Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Dan Coogan with a Presidential Citation for his outstanding efforts to enhance aviation safety. The award was presented during ALPA’s 64th Air Safety Forum in… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines Capt. Mark Pinsky earns ALPA Presidential Citation

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Ann Arbor Pilot Honored for Commitment to Pilot Assistance WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (August 02, 2018), at the 64th Air Safety Forum in Washington, D.C., the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Mark Pinsky with a Presidential Citation for his dedication to helping his fellow airline… Read the full press release

ALPA honored Delta Air Lines Captain Greg Rooney with Superior Airmanship Award

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Las Vegas Pilot Recognized for Extraordinary Commitment to Passenger Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today honored Las Vegas resident and Delta Air Lines Captain Greg Rooney, in addition to his crewmates Captains Paul Wilkinson and Jay Arnett, with the prestigious ALPA Superior Airmanship Award for… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines Captain Jay Arnett honored with ALPA Superior Airmanship Award

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San Diego Pilot Recognized for Extraordinary Commitment to Passenger Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today honored San Diego resident and Delta Air Lines Captain Jay Arnett, in addition to his crewmates Captains Greg Rooney and Paul Wilkinson, with the prestigious ALPA Superior Airmanship Award for… Read the full press release

Bombardier announces Delta Air Lines as the launch operator of the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin for CRJ Series regional jets

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Montréal, Canada, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that Delta Air Lines, Inc. of Atlanta, Georgia (Delta Air Lines) has signed a firm purchase agreement for 20 CRJ900 aircraft – becoming the launch operator of the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin for CRJ Series regional jets. Based on the list price for… Read the full press release

SJC welcomes new Delta Air Lines’ nonstop service between New York and Silicon Valley

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No. 1 Requested Domestic Route by Business and Leisure Travelers; Five SJC Carriers Now Offer Nonstop Flights from SJC to New York-Area Airports  San José, CA, 2018-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Delta Air Lines today (June 8, 2018) began flying nonstop between New York’s John Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Mineta San José International Airport… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport welcomes Delta Air Lines’ new nonstop service to Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris

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New route to provide quicker, easier connectivity for Hoosiers, businesses INDIANAPOLIS, 2017-Sep-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined executives from Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today to announce new nonstop air service from Indianapolis International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. A key part of Governor Eric J. Holcomb’s Next… Read the full press release

Jet Airways, Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, and Delta Air Lines expand codeshare agreement

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 Codeshares on key sectors Mumbai-Paris, Chennai-Paris, Bengaluru-Amsterdam, and Mumbai-London, to offer greater choice and connectivity 12 new European destinations take number of codeshare destinations in European to 43 via Amsterdam and 27 via Paris as well as 34 in North America Mumbai, 2017-Jun-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s full-service premier international airline,… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines Capt. John Rosenberg recognized for his dedication to evolving ALPA’s Professional Standards program

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Delta Air Lines Capt. John Rosenberg recognized for his dedication to evolving ALPA’s Professional Standards program   Honored for Dedication to Association’s Professional Standards Program WASHINGTON, D.C., 2017-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — At its biennial Pilot Assistance Forum, the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. John Rosenberg for his… Read the full press release

Jet Airways launches two new flights directly connecting Chennai with Paris and Bengaluru with Amsterdam

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Offers enhanced connectivity to Europe and North America with its codeshare partners Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Delta Air Lines MUMBAI, India, 2017-Apr-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, is proud to announce the launch of two new flights directly connecting Chennai with Paris and Bengaluru with Amsterdam. The… Read the full press release

Jet Airways and Virgin Atlantic further expands codeshare agreement

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Codeshare partnership will provide more travel options between nine destinations in North America and the Indian subcontinent MUMBAI, India, 2017-Apr-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways and Virgin Atlantic today announced a further expansion of their codeshare agreement between India and the United States, providing greater choice and enhanced connectivity via London Heathrow. The… Read the full press release

Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege expands its frequent flyer programme partnership with Delta Air Lines

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Members of Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege loyalty and rewards programme will be able to earn and redeem JPMiles on all Delta Air Lines’ flights MUMBAI, 2016-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — JetPrivilege, the award-winning frequent flyer programme of Jet Airways has expanded its frequent flyer programme partnership with Delta Air Lines. Delta Air Lines becomes the… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines marks 30th anniversary of service to Shannon Airport

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Shannon, Ireland, 2016-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Delta Air Lines has restarted nonstop service between Shannon and New York-JFK, effective May 2, 2016. The U.S. airline, which marks its 30th anniversary of service to Shannon this year, has transported nearly 1.7million passengers since its inaugural flight to the airport on May 8, 1986. “We are… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines to keep its corporate headquarters in Atlanta for next twenty years

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ATLANTA, 2016-May-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Atlanta today announced that Mayor Kasim Reed and Delta Air Lines CEO Richard Anderson signed a 20-year Airport Use and Lease Agreement. The new lease will start July 1, 2016 and will keep Delta Air Lines’ corporate headquarters in Atlanta through 2036. “I am proud to… Read the full press release

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport unveils its first multisensory room for travelers on the autism spectrum

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ATLANTA, 2016-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) officials will join Delta Air Lines, Wings for Autism, The Arc Georgia and The Arc Midlands on Tuesday for the unveiling of the Airport’s first multisensory room for travelers on the autism spectrum. The new room provides a soothing, supportive environment and contains… Read the full press release