CAPA Awards Korean Air for Strategic Excellence and Leadership in Asian Aviation

(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2025-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air has been honoured as Asia Airline of the Year by CAPA – Centre for Aviation, recognising the carrier’s outstanding strategic leadership and influence on the region’s aviation sector. The award, presented during the CAPA Airline Leader Summit – Asia & Awards for Excellence in Singapore… Read the full news article

From Atlanta to the World: How Delta’s Two Decades with Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) Are Fueling Hope and Breakthroughs

(NEWS) ATLANTA, 2025-Oct-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Delta Air Lines is marking its centennial year with a powerful reminder of its commitment beyond aviation — a two-decade partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Throughout October, the airline is painting its skies pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, uniting employees, customers,… Read the full news article

Southwest Debuts Twice-Daily Indianapolis–Chicago Midway Service and Delta to Relaunch Raleigh Flights

(IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines has launched twice-daily, year-round nonstop flights between Indianapolis and Chicago Midway, reestablishing the route after a five-year gap and expanding Hoosiers’ travel options. The airline’s new service complements its existing network of nonstops from IND to 19 destinations. Additionally, Delta Air Lines will resume twice-weekly nonstop flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham… Read the full news article

Korean Air and Delta Air Lines Strengthen Their Partnerships with WestJet Through Strategic Equity Investments

(IN SHORT) Korean Air and Delta Air Lines have announced their purchase of minority equity stakes in WestJet, strengthening their existing partnerships with the Canadian airline. Delta will invest US$330 million for a 15% stake, while Korean Air will invest US$220 million for 10%. These investments, which build on years of codeshare partnerships, are expected… Read the full news article

Korean Air’s 2025 Family Day Brings Together Over 20,000 Employees and Families, Showcasing New Aerospace Technologies and Strengthening Bonds Post-Acquisition

(IN SHORT) Korean Air’s Family Day event, held from May 2 to 6, 2025, saw over 20,000 employees and their families gathering at the airline’s hangars in Seoul and Busan. This year’s event marked the first joint gathering since Korean Air’s acquisition of Asiana Airlines. The event, which offers family-friendly activities and insights into the… Read the full news article

Delta Expands Service from Gerald R. Ford International Airport with New Nonstop Flight to Orlando

(IN SHORT) Gerald R. Ford International Airport announces a new nonstop route to Orlando starting December 2025, in partnership with Delta Air Lines. The service will operate on Saturdays, providing travelers with more direct options to Florida. This marks Delta’s fifth nonstop destination from GRR, reflecting the airline’s ongoing commitment to West Michigan. Tickets will… Read the full news article

Korean Air and Delta’s Ongoing Environmental Initiatives Continue with Beach Cleanup in Santa Monica

(IN SHORT) Korean Air and Delta Air Lines have once again teamed up for a beach cleanup competition in Santa Monica, marking their second consecutive year of participation. The event, organized in collaboration with Heal the Bay, saw employees from both airlines removing hundreds of pounds of litter from the coastline. This cleanup is part… Read the full news article

SAS Enhances Collaboration with Delta Air Lines, Unveiling Expanded Trans-Atlantic Travel Choices

(IN SHORT) SAS has announced an expansion of its partnership with Delta Air Lines, effective April 2, 2025, enhancing travel options between Scandinavia and North America. This deepened SkyTeam codeshare agreement increases destination choices and flight frequencies, streamlining the travel process. Copenhagen Airport will offer 21 weekly flights to New York and 10 to Minneapolis… Read the full news article

SAS Achieves Top 10 Global Ranking for Punctuality, Setting New Standards for On-Time Performance

(IN SHORT) SAS achieved an 81.4% punctuality rate in 2024, ranking as the second most punctual airline in Europe and securing a spot in the global top 10. As part of SkyTeam, SAS’s punctuality efforts have been supported by its partners, with Aeromexico leading the global rankings. This success, which marks a significant improvement from… Read the full news article

Delta Air Lines to Resume Direct Flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai, Launching June 2025

Delta will relaunch nonstop service between Los Angeles (LAX) and Shanghai (PVG) in June 2025*, using its state-of-the-art Airbus A350 equipped with the latest onboard amenities. (IN SHORT) Delta Air Lines has announced the relaunch of its nonstop service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), set to commence in… Read the full news article

Delta Air Lines Expands European Network with New Nonstop Route from Minneapolis to Copenhagen Starting May 2025

New route from MSP to Copenhagen starts May 2025, expanding Delta’s Europe network with support from its new codeshare arrangement with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS). (IN SHORT) Delta Air Lines has announced a new nonstop service from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH), set to launch in May 2025 with three flights per… Read the full news article

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

(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 news article

Heathrow Introduces Pre-Bookable Security Slots for Passenger Convenience

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

Oakland International Airport welcomes Delta Air Lines nonstop service to Atlanta

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article

Delta Air Lines Capt. Mark Pinsky earns ALPA Presidential Citation

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 news article

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

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 news article

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

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 news article