Delta Air Lines

Wheels Up Enhances Operations Team with Industry Leading Experience

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Monday, February 5, 2024

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NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheels Up Experience Inc. (NYSE: UP) today announced several organizational changes for its Atlanta-based operations team, as the company continues its journey to be the best-run, global aviation solutions provider.

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With these additions and Dave Holtz leading our operations, I am confident that we have the best team in the industry."
With his new responsibilities he will lead the company's Member Operations Center (MOC) team overseeing Flight Control, Mission Planning, Member Services and Enterprise Operations Management.
Since joining the team late last year, Pat has applied his experience in maintenance control and operational expertise to accelerate the development of Wheels Up's capabilities.
Todd has led Wheels Up's pilot recruiting for the past five years and will work closely with Patrick Burns on flight operations.

Enhanced Delta SkyMiles® American Express Cards Offer More Rewards & Benefits

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Today American Express and Delta Air Lines announced enhanced Delta SkyMiles® American Express Cards designed to improve the travel experience and deliver everyday value to consumers and business owners.

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Today American Express and Delta Air Lines announced enhanced Delta SkyMiles® American Express Cards designed to improve the travel experience and deliver everyday value to consumers and business owners.
From occasional travelers to the most frequent Delta flyers, these Cards offer new reward categories, benefits and features across everyday spending, dining at restaurants, rideshares, rental cars, flights and vacation stays, plus enhanced Companion Certificates and new ways to earn Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs).
Get Closer to Status: New annual MQD Headstart of $2500 MQDs gets Delta SkyMiles American Express Platinum, Platinum Business, Reserve and Reserve Business Card Members halfway to Silver Medallion status at the beginning of each qualifying year.
They make being a SkyMiles member even better,” said Howard Grosfield, President, U.S. Consumer Services, American Express.

Delta Cargo launches e-commerce solution DeliverDirect in collaboration with SmartKargo

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

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ATLANTA, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Cargo is excited to announce the launch of its newest product, DeliverDirect, developed in collaboration with SmartKargo.

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ATLANTA, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Cargo is excited to announce the launch of its newest product, DeliverDirect, developed in collaboration with SmartKargo.
With DeliverDirect, Delta Cargo pioneers an innovative domestic carrier approach, providing swift service with transparent pricing for e-commerce and small parcel delivery.
"We are thrilled to introduce DeliverDirect, our new offer for the small parcel delivery market," shared Alison Ricker, Managing Director, Delta Cargo Global Sales.
"Through our strategic collaboration with SmartKargo, DeliverDirect gives e-tailers an alternative transportation solution that fits their customers' requirements, and we envision that this service will prove to be a fast, reliable and cost-effective solution."

Utah Office of Tourism Launches Nationwide Campaign and Contest to Celebrate the Magic of Being "In Love. In Utah."

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Utah Office of Tourism today announced the launch of its "In Love. In Utah." campaign and contest, perfectly timed for Valentine's Day. The state invites all individuals who have visited, or those aspiring to experience the Beehive State, to share their stories through the Visit Utah website at visitutah.com/love. The contest, open from February 14 to April 15, will have four national winners, each to be awarded a trip to Utah based on their narrative of being "In Love. In Utah." Commencing Valentine's Day, the campaign will launch with two exclusive one-day-only pop-up chocolate shop experiences in New York City and Los Angeles on February 14.

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In Utah."
In Utah."
In Utah.
In Utah."

Joby to Install First Electric Air Taxi Charger in Greater New York City Region

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240123872092/en/

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240123872092/en/
Joby's all-electric aircraft in flight above New York City in November 2023.
Joby Aviation photo
The agreement, which provides Joby with an operational base for its electric air taxi in the NYC region, builds on the partnership already established between Joby and HHI in November 2023, when Kearny served as a temporary home base for Joby’s aircraft.
The city has committed to electrify the Downtown Manhattan Heliport to enable electric air taxi operations.
Kearny is expected to become the first heliport with an air taxi charger in the tri-state area and enable the launch of our quiet, emissions-free air taxi service in the greater New York City region,” said JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby.

Ole Smoky Distillery Earns Coveted Distillery of the Year Title in the 2023 PR%F Awards

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

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Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies and the most visited distillery in the world, has been honored as Distillery of the Year in the 2023 PR%F Awards , one of the most sought-after awards in the annual competition.

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Ole Smoky Distillery , one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies and the most visited distillery in the world, has been honored as Distillery of the Year in the 2023 PR%F Awards , one of the most sought-after awards in the annual competition.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240123713664/en/
The coveted Distillery of the Year award is determined by the collective scores of each entered product, considering its originality, consistency, flavor diversity, taste components, and packaging.
"Receiving PR%F the Magazine’s Distillery of the Year Award is a true testament to the passion, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence from the Ole Smoky team,” said Robert Hall, CEO, Ole Smoky Distillery.
Ole Smoky Moonshine and Whiskey can be found in all 50 states and over 20 countries around the world where liquor is sold.

Delta Air Line Digital Transformation Strategy Analysis 2024 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

The "Delta Air Lines, Inc - Digital Transformation Strategies" company profile has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "Delta Air Lines, Inc - Digital Transformation Strategies" company profile has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
Delta Air Lines Inc (Delta Air Lines) is a global airline company, which provides scheduled air transportation for passengers and cargo.
It also has joint venture agreements with Air France and KLM, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia and Korean Air Lines for transpacific route operations.
Delta adopted omni-channel service strategy providing a host of services through websites, mobile applications, agencies, and global distribution systems.

Archer Continues Attracting Top Talent From Across Aviation Industry; Hires Two Leaders From Wheels Up and Delta Air Lines to Support Its Entry Into Service in 2025

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Friday, January 19, 2024

Long-time private aviation executive, Miles Rogers, has joined Archer as its Senior Vice President, Head of Marketing, and Sterling Gerdes has joined Archer as its Product Lead for Vertiport Experiences.

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Long-time private aviation executive, Miles Rogers, has joined Archer as its Senior Vice President, Head of Marketing, and Sterling Gerdes has joined Archer as its Product Lead for Vertiport Experiences.
Sterling Gerdes comes to Archer after spending over seven years at Delta Air Lines focused on bringing new products to customers including overseeing its early Advanced Air Mobility strategy.
Their combined experience and skills will be integral to Archer’s commercialization efforts as the company readies for its Midnight electric air taxi’s planned entry into service in 2025.
Prior to that, he held various leadership roles at Delta including in AI & Innovation Strategy.

The Week in Press Releases: 13 Top Stories That You Might Have Missed

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Friday, January 19, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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These are just a few of the recent press releases that consumers and the media should know about.
Related Resources: Our journalist- and blogger-focused blog, Beyond Bylines , features regular media news roundups, writing tips, upcoming events, and more.

TEAMSTERS, UNION ALLIES BRIEF CONGRESSIONAL LABOR CAUCUS ON ORGANIZING AT DELTA AIR LINES

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA-CWA), and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) joined the Congressional Labor Caucus on Capitol Hill for a roundtable on the coalition's ongoing organizing campaign at Delta Air Lines. In November 2022, the Teamsters, AFA-CWA, and IAM announced a coordinated campaign to unionize the 45,000 workers at the passenger carrier.

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA-CWA), and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) joined the Congressional Labor Caucus on Capitol Hill for a roundtable on the coalition's ongoing organizing campaign at Delta Air Lines.
In November 2022, the Teamsters, AFA-CWA, and IAM announced a coordinated campaign to unionize the 45,000 workers at the passenger carrier.
Teamsters Organizing Director Chris Rosell and Philadelphia Delta technician Cole Bryson spoke about the issues facing mechanics at Delta Air Lines and why these workers need union representation.
Delta workers along with Teamsters, AFA-CWA, and IAM leadership were joined by numerous members of the Labor Caucus and led in discussion by Rep. Nikema Williams (GA-5).