Delta Adds Premium Economy on NYC-LA Flights

Delta Air Lines' Premium Economy Service Expansion

Launch Date: Premium economy service starts Sept. 10 on select transcontinental flights.

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Routes: Initially available on four of 11 peak-day flights between Los Angeles and New York’s JFK Airport on Boeing 767s.

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Expansion Plans: Delta plans to expand premium economy service to more routes later this year.

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Features of Delta's Premium Economy

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Amenities: Includes amenities kits, noise-canceling headphones, a full meal, and a blanket.

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Upgrade Options: Available for standard economy ticket holders to purchase an upgrade.

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Loyalty Program: Medallion elite members eligible for complimentary upgrades to Delta Premium Select and can list for upgrades to Delta One.

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Revenue Growth: Delta's main cabin ticket revenue rose 4% to $5.4 billion in Q1, while premium-product revenue increased 10% to $4.4 billion.

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United Airlines: Competing by increasing premium seating and upgrading lounges.

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JetBlue Airways: Focus on profitable routes with Mint business-class cabins.

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Southwest Airlines: Considering introducing a more expensive seat, deviating from its traditional model.

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Past Practices: Some Delta planes had premium economy seats but were sold as extra legroom tickets without the full service.

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Industry Trends: Delta and American Airlines are adopting similar models, with some flights featuring premium seats but limited services.

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