Fourteen airports will share just under $12 million in route launch and support subsidies as part of the 2026 Small Community Air Service Development Program (SCASDP).
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Delta, Aeromexico Beat DOT in Antitrust Suit
Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico are free to continue their transborder joint operations, thanks to a ruling from the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Delta Concierge Launches with Questionable Value-add
Delta Air Lines’ “Concierge” GenAI assistant is now generally available via the Fly Delta app. First teased at CES 2025 with sky-high conceptual utility, the initial deployment comes up well short of the promised use cases.
Delta, DraftKings Launch SkyPicks Inflight Sports "Gaming"
Delta’s partnership with DraftKings is now flying, and the companies are working VERY hard to make sure everyone believes SkyPicks is not gambling.
Delta, United Boost Inflight Content, Streaming Options with FOX One and Peacock
Delta and United continue to add content options in flight, though with different approaches which highlight the benefits – and challenges – of connected IFE platforms.
Hughes Snags Air India IFC Contract, Tweaks Antenna Plans
A new customer, new antenna hardware, and new progress on a slightly stalled deployment are all highlights from Hughes Networks’ IFC program in recent weeks.
Delta Picks Amazon Leo for Next-gen Inflight Internet
Delta Air Lines will activate (at least) 500 aircraft on the Amazon Leo inflight internet service from 2028. The deal will bring low-latency, high-bandwidth capacity to the fleet, boosting performance for passengers and crew alike.
PaxEx PR: Crystal Cabin Awards 2026 Finalists Announced
The Crystal Cabin Award 2026 highlights the innovation power of the cabin industry, with 24 finalists selected across eight categories.
Unexpected Shifts in Premium Economy
What is Premium Economy, particularly in the domestic US market and how can you effectively search for it? Turns out there is no one answer, and what we used to know is shifting at multiple airlines.
Delta Tops 1,000 Sync Wi-Fi Aircraft, Continues IFE/C Improvements
Delta continues to expand content available for passengers, with updates to the moving map and streaming entertainment coming across the more than 1,000 planes now carrying its fast and free inflight internet service.