Delta Air Lines Is Ditching Basic Economy. Here's Why - RetailWire

Delta Air Lines Is Ditching Basic Economy. Here's Why - RetailWire

Delta Air Lines is one of the most popular airlines in the United States and, indeed, the world. Recently, however, the global airline announced that it is getting rid of one of its most popular offerings. Let’s take a look at what they’re getting rid of and why. Delta Air Lines Is Getting Rid of Basic Economy According to Time Out, starting Oct. 1, Delta Air Lines will discontinue its Basic Economy class — at least in name. The no-frills fare i…

Delta rebrands seats and fares

Delta has rebranded its seats and fares for all flights on or after October 1. Seat products will now be classified into the following categories: Delta Main, formerly Main Cabin; Delta Comfort, formerly Delta Comfort+; Delta First, formerly First Class; Delta Premium Select and Delta One.   The base-level fare class, Basic Economy, has been folded into Delta Main, which now

Delta Air Lines boss hints at Birmingham link with 'great market' comment

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‘Please Don’t Put Me In Coach’: One Sentence Explains Airline Strategy Right Now - View from the Wing

Delta Air Lines says they see weak demand for coach travel right now, but no decline in premium cabin demand. Their executives believe that once passengers fly first and business class, they’ll do anything possible not to go back. Continue reading ‘Please Don’t Put Me In Coach’: One Sentence Explains Airline Strategy Right Now...

Why did Delta Air Lines eliminate basic economy?

Photo: Delta Air Lines Do you frequently travel with Delta Air Lines? This information is for you! Recently, the airline announced it will be eliminating one of its most popular fare categories: Basic Economy. Here’s why Delta made this decision and what changes you can expect. When Will Delta Air Lines Eliminate the Basic Economy Category? This category will be discontinued starting October 1, 2025. ALSO READ McDonald’s will close CosMc’s store…

Lounge Charges, Award Fees, and Seat Upgrades: Platinum Card Incidentals That Have and Haven't Credited Back - Eye of the Flyer

I’ve taken several Delta Air Lines trips this year (I know, I know). Delta is the preferred airline for my $200 airline incidental fee statement credit for both The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express. I put several charges on both cards to see what credited back and what didn’t. […] The post Lounge Charges, Award Fees, and Seat Upgrades: Platinum Card Incidentals That Have and Haven’t Credi…