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Delta Generates $14 Billion Q1 2025 Despite Economic Uncertainty

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Delta Air Lines has announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, showing solid profitability in a challenging economic climate. The airline generated $14.0 billion in operating revenue for the March quarter, with operating income totaling $569 million and a pre-tax income of $320 million. In a statement by the carrier, Delta CEO Ed Bastian acknowledged that the first quarter unfolded differently than initially forecasted but commended the company’s resilience. …

Delta honours workers who propelled 100 years in the sky with Flight Museum

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Wole Shadare

As the first U.S. airline to celebrate its centennial, Delta is honoring the dedication and spirit of the people who propelled the company through a century of flight with the newly renovated Delta Flight Museum. Officially opening Monday, April 7, the vast hangars-turned exhibit and event space captures the airline’s unique culture and people-first values, ensuring the stories of Delta’s first 100 years will forever be etched into history. Visitors and event goers alike can immerse…

Finchglow Travels Receives Air France-KLM-Delta Award, Recognition

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Finchglow Travels, Nigeria’s leading travel consolidator, has been bestowed with the Agency of the Year in the Platinum Category award and rewarded with a Certificate of Appreciation at the Air France-KLM-Delta Celebration held in Lagos recently. The award reflects Finchglow Travels’ consistent performance in the industry, recognising its role in driving travel sales and strengthening partnerships within the aviation sector. As a long-standing partner of Air France-KLM-Delta, the company continues to provide tailored travel solutions…

Delta partners luxury champagne brand Taittinger at 100 years

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Champagne pairs well with celebrations, so it’s fitting that Delta is partnering with Maison Taittinger as the airline celebrates its centennial year. Together, Delta and Taittinger combine the airline’s commitment to world-class service with the Champagne house’s legacy of luxury and craftsmanship. Marking a historic milestone for both brands, this partnership sets a new standard for in-flight hospitality during Delta’s centennial year. “Not all Champagne is created equal. Taittinger is Champagne for those who know…

Delta invests over $1billion on free internet on Nigeria, other routes

Posted on January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Adds more Nollywood movies onboard Nigerian-born Director of the In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) Platform at Delta Air Lines, Julian Ugochukwu Anugom who is a leading internet revolution onboard the American carrier’s over 4000 daily flights said the carrier has invested over $1 billion on its IFEC on Nigerian and other routes. While Delta offers free internet service on all its flights, many international airlines still sell their internet service, making it innovative in the…

Delta begins Centenary with game-changing innovations

Posted on January 15, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Delta ushered in its 100th anniversary with a larger-than-life presence at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Spearheaded by a first-of-its-kind keynote delivered by CEO Ed Bastian at Sphere, 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. This is coming as passengers flying from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) this holiday season have been promised…

Delta Shines as Key Sponsor of the 49th Ikoyi Club Ladies Open in Lagos

Posted on November 21, 2024 by Wole Shadare

The 49th Ikoyi Club Ladies Open, a prestigious annual golf tournament, took place in Lagos, Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in women’s golf. The event brought together an impressive assembly of talent, welcoming participants from 10 countries, including 50 professional golfers and a total of 150 female competitors. The gathering not only showcased the elite skills of women in sports but also celebrated the unity and camaraderie shared among golfers across borders. The tournament’s highlight…

Delta enhances customers’ experience, unveils cabin interior across fleet

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Wole Shadare

A new cabin interior is on the horizon at Delta. Debuting this fall ahead of Delta’s centennial anniversary, the modern new design will bring substantial improvements to the airline’s aircraft interiors. From fresh seating materials, enhanced lighting and a renewed colour palette, to new decorative motifs and signature branding, every aspect of the cabin interior has been carefully planned and thoughtfully redesigned to elevate the travel experience. “Delta has a 100-year history of creating a…

Delta, United, Emirates get exemption to sell tickets in dollars

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Under ‘Open Skies’, US currency is mode of transaction Three international airlines operating to Nigeria are exempted from selling tickets in the local currency- Naira. The exemption sets them apart from carriers that are required to sell air tickets in Naira as required by the country’s law. Two of the airlines, Delta and United Airlines are United States-based carriers that sell tickets in dollars in line with the ‘Open Skies’ policy between Nigeria and…

Delta to increase capacity, begins NY-Lagos route Dec

Posted on October 6, 2024October 6, 2024 by Wole Shadare

From December and continuing through February, Delta Air Lines will start daily nonstop flights on its New York JFK – Lagos route —an increase in the number of flights of 133%. During this period, Delta will transition from the Airbus A330-200, which accommodates 223 passengers, to the more spacious Airbus A330-900neo, capable of carrying 281 passengers. This strategic enhancement not only signifies an increase in capacity but also aims to provide an elevated travel…

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