Company Overview & Fleet
Established in 1925, Delta Air Lines is one of the “Big Four” U.S. carriers and celebrated its centennial in 2025 .
As of mid-2025, Delta operates approximately 990 mainline aircraft, ranking among the largest global airline fleets .
Fleet types include a wide mix of Airbus (A220, A319/A320/A321, A330, A350) and Boeing models (717, 737, 757, 767), plus various regional jets .
Delta has ordered 20 Airbus A350-1000s, starting deliveries in 2026, expanding its widebody fleet for international and high-demand routes
Network Expansion & Strategic Moves
Q2 2025 Highlights: Launched new nonstop services (e.g., Salt Lake City–Seoul Incheon), expanded European routes (Sea to Barcelona, Rome), and strengthened partnerships with IndiGo, Air France-KLM, Virgin Atlantic, and LATAM for better connectivity.
Employee & Community Focus: Accrued $470 million in profit-sharing, delivered a fourth consecutive year of pay raises, and topped leadership rankings like Fortune’s and Points of Light for workplace and community excellence.
Small Business Support: Emphasizes partnerships and services tailored for small enterprises, including SkyMiles for Business program