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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Erin Keller

Delta wants to expand high-end seating and services for its premium passengers

  • Delta Air Lines is reorienting its strategy towards premium travel, reducing main cabin capacity while significantly investing in high-end seating and services.
  • The airline plans to cut main cabin capacity by approximately 1 percent by late summer 2025, citing decreased demand for lower-priced fares.
  • This shift is supported by recent financial data showing a 6 percent increase in premium cabin revenue in Q2, contrasting with a 4 percent drop in main cabin revenue.
  • Delta anticipates that revenue from premium cabins will exceed economy earnings by 2027, driven by offerings like Delta One Suites and enhanced First Class.
  • Further changes include the introduction of a “Good, Better, Best” fare system from 1 October and a multi-year retrofit program for older aircraft to unify the premium cabin experience.

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