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Delta employee dies after airport tug vehicle strikes jet bridge at Orlando (MCO)

A Delta Air Lines ground employee died after a tug vehicle collided with a jet bridge at Orlando International Airport (MCO) late Thursday evening. The incident occurred while the employee was working on the ramp area, and the company confirmed the fatality in subsequent reporting.

2026-05-09T08:45:45.821770-07:00

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Riyadh Air expands U.S. footprint: files for foreign air carrier permit/exemption, joins IATA, and books two more aircraft for l

2026-05-07T08:09:00.273045-07:00

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Delta to end complimentary snacks and drinks on flights under 350 miles from May 19, expanding full beverage service on longer r

2026-05-06T11:28:13.864661-07:00

Skift

Delta and Airbnb expand partnership: earn SkyMiles on stays plus Experiences and Services via linked accounts

2026-05-05T12:30:29.729492-07:00

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Delta employee dies after airport tug vehicle strikes jet bridge at Orlando (MCO) A Delta Air Lines ground employee died after a tug vehicle collided with a jet bridge at Orlando International Airport (MCO) late Thursday evening. The incident occurred while the employee was working on the ramp area, and the company confirmed the fatality in subsequent reporting.

2026-05-09T08:45:45.821770-07:00

Delta employee dies after airport tug vehicle strikes jet bridge at Orlando (MCO)

Aviation Week

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Riyadh Air expands U.S. footprint: files for foreign air carrier permit/exemption, joins IATA, and books two more aircraft for l Riyadh Air has filed with the US Department of Transportation for a foreign air carrier permit and an exemption authority to operate scheduled and charter passenger, cargo, and mail between Saudi Arabia and the United States. The airline also joined IATA and says it will take two additional aircraft later in 2025.

2026-05-07T08:09:00.273045-07:00

Riyadh Air expands U.S. footprint: files for foreign air carrier permit/exemption, joins IATA, and books two more aircraft for l

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Delta to end complimentary snacks and drinks on flights under 350 miles from May 19, expanding full beverage service on longer r Starting May 19, Delta will stop providing in-flight meals, drinks and snacks on segments under 350 miles, while keeping First Class service unchanged. Delta says the change will affect about 450 daily domestic departures and will shift more full beverage offering to flights of 350 miles and above.

2026-05-06T11:28:13.864661-07:00

Delta to end complimentary snacks and drinks on flights under 350 miles from May 19, expanding full beverage service on longer r

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Delta faces NYC-area class action over expired e-credits after refundable e-ticket purchase A New York City resident has filed a class action against Delta alleging the airline misled passengers who bought “fully refundable” tickets into accepting expiring e-credits. The complaint argues potential damages could exceed $5 million for plaintiffs in the New York area alone.

2026-05-06T11:28:12.745147-07:00

Delta faces NYC-area class action over expired e-credits after refundable e-ticket purchase

Skift

Delta and Airbnb expand partnership: earn SkyMiles on stays plus Experiences and Services via linked accounts Delta Air Lines and Airbnb have expanded their decade-long partnership, adding Airbnb Experiences and Services alongside qualifying stays. As of May 5, members can earn Delta SkyMiles by connecting accounts, with qualifying Airbnb stays worldwide earning 1 mile per $1 spent and no minimum spend, while booking is simplified.

2026-05-05T12:30:29.729492-07:00

Delta and Airbnb expand partnership: earn SkyMiles on stays plus Experiences and Services via linked accounts

PaxEx.Aero

Delta brings FOX One to Delta Sync, while United launches a dedicated Peacock inflight entertainment channel Delta will integrate FOX One into its Delta Sync ecosystem, expanding its onboard catalog with thousands of hours of content and offering live streaming while flying. United, meanwhile, is adding a dedicated Peacock inflight channel to deliver fan-favourite series and originals, strengthening its inflight entertainment offering.

2026-05-04T06:21:44.863391-07:00

Delta brings FOX One to Delta Sync, while United launches a dedicated Peacock inflight entertainment channel

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For Delta, hub positioning remains the long-game as United and American recalibrate A review of Delta’s hub strategy frames the carrier’s performance as “slow and steady,” contrasting it with United’s gains and American’s efforts to recover ground. The piece positions Delta’s approach as continuing to translate into measurable momentum at key hubs.

2026-04-27T04:05:05.033624-07:00

For Delta, hub positioning remains the long-game as United and American recalibrate

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Delta and LATAM Brasil sign long-term MRO agreement for A320 component repairs Delta Air Lines and LATAM Airlines Brasil have announced a long-term commercial agreement for maintenance, repair and overhaul services focused on Airbus A320 component repair, the carriers said. The deal formalizes an enduring sustainment relationship targeting A320 parts-level support needs.

2026-04-24T10:25:24.662470-07:00

Delta and LATAM Brasil sign long-term MRO agreement for A320 component repairs

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Delta employee dies after airport tug vehicle strikes jet bridge at Orlando (MCO)

Riyadh Air expands U.S. footprint: files for foreign air carrier permit/exemption, joins IATA, and books two more aircraft for l

Delta to end complimentary snacks and drinks on flights under 350 miles from May 19, expanding full beverage service on longer r

Delta and Airbnb expand partnership: earn SkyMiles on stays plus Experiences and Services via linked accounts

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