About Delta Air Lines

About Delta Air Lines: Delta Air Lines, Inc. is no longer solely one of the world’s largest airlines, but also one of the most valuable and service-focused. With a vast global network, a loyal patron base through SkyMiles, and a robust corporate culture, it plays a key role in shaping cutting-edge air travel.

About Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines Overview

Delta is one of the largest global airlines, serving more than 325 destinations across 50+ countries on 6 continents.

  • Founded: 1925 (as Huff Daland Dusters, crop-dusting company; became Delta Air Lines in 1929)
  • Headquarters: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
  • CEO (2025): Ed Bastian
  • Employees: ~100,000 (2024)
  • Ticker Symbol: DAL (NYSE)
  • Alliance: SkyTeam (co-founding member, 2000)
  • Primary Hubs: Atlanta (ATL), Detroit (DTW), Minneapolis–St. Paul (MSP), Salt Lake City (SLC), New York (JFK, LGA), Boston (BOS), Los Angeles (LAX), Seattle (SEA)

History & Growth

  • 1925: Founded as Huff Daland Dusters in Macon, GA—specializing in crop dusting.
  • 1929: Became Delta Air Service, beginning passenger flights between Dallas, TX and Jackson, MS.
  • 1940s–60s: Expanded domestically; first international route launched (to the Caribbean).
  • 1970s–80s: Acquired Northeast Airlines (1972) and Western Airlines (1987), becoming a nationwide carrier.
  • 1991: Acquired assets of Pan Am, including the lucrative transatlantic routes and Pan Am’s terminal at JFK.
  • 2005–2007: Filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid rising fuel costs but restructured successfully.
  • 2008: Merged with Northwest Airlines—creating the world’s largest airline at the time.
  • Today: Known as a leader in service quality, operational reliability, and innovation among U.S. carriers.

Our Purpose

As a purpose-driven brand, we connect people to opportunities while expanding the understanding of our planet and the people within it.

Both in the air and on the ground, we are focused on lowering our carbon footprint, furthering an equitable work environment that values diversity and inclusion and living these values in the communities where we live, work and serve.

Services & Cabin Classes

Delta offers multiple travel classes:

  1. Delta One: (premium international/business class)
    • Lie-flat seats, premium dining, Sky Club access.
  2. Delta Premium Select: (on select long-haul flights)
    • Wider seats, enhanced recline, upgraded meals.
  3. First Class: (domestic & short international routes)
    • Larger seats, meal service, priority boarding.
  4. Delta Comfort+: Extra legroom, dedicated overhead bin space, priority boarding.
  5. Main Cabin (Economy) Standard seating, free snacks & entertainment.
  6. Basic Economy: Lowest fares but with restrictions (no seat selection until check-in, last boarding group, no ticket changes).

Delta Employee Benefits and Total Rewards

Delta is proud to offer industry-leading compensation and generous retirement savings benefits to employees.

More than 21,500 Delta employees have participated in the Emergency Savings Program since it was launched, helping Delta people strengthen their financial wellness through online instruction, one-on-one coaching and an emergency savings safety net.

What is DLNET Delta Employee Portal?

DLNET Delta is Delta Air Lines’ secure intranet portal, designed for employees, retirees, contractors, and business partners.

With numerous features and benefits, it serves as a centralized hub for internal tools, company communications, HR information, benefits, and more. Only authorized users—such as current employees, retirees, and contractors—can register and access it.

DLNET Delta Employee Portal Login

DLNET Delta Employee Portal allows Delta Air Lines Company employees and retirees to access human resources information, personal details, and confidential company information about themselves.

Howver, if you have registered for online access to the DLNET Delta secure employee portal, follow the steps below to log in.

  • Go to the DLNET login page.
  • Enter your employee ID (PPR ID)
  • Enter your password
  • Click on sign in to access your account.

Note:. If you have any issues remembering your password or aren’t able to log in, click the Trouble Logging In link now to retrieve your account.

Delta Air Lines Loyalty Program

SkyMiles: Delta’s frequent flyer program:

  • Earn miles on flights, credit card purchases (via Delta SkyMiles American Express), and partner hotels/rental cars.
  • Medallion Status (Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond) provides upgrades, fee waivers, bonus miles, and lounge access.
  • Miles never expire, a major benefit compared to some other airlines.

How to Contact Delta Air Lines

  • Website: delta.com
  • Customer Service (U.S.): 1-800-221-1212
  • SkyMiles Support: 1-800-323-2323
  • Baggage Tracking: 1-800-325-8224
  • Headquarters:
    Delta Air Lines, Inc.
    1030 Delta Boulevard
    Atlanta, GA 30354-1989 USA