Delta Air Lines' Stance on Narrow-Body Planes
Delta Air Lines has decided not to use narrow-body planes for long flights to Europe, citing "product and brand issues."
This decision goes against the trend of other airlines, such as JetBlue, Iberia, and Aer Lingus, which are increasingly using smaller, single-aisle planes for transatlantic flights.
The use of narrow-body planes for long-haul flights has become possible in recent years due to the development of more fuel-efficient engines.
Carriers are increasingly using smaller, single-aisle planes on flights between the U.S.
- JetBlue
- Iberia
- Aer Lingus
For travelers, these long-range, narrow-body planes have ushered in a new era of long-haul flying.
Author's summary: Delta Air Lines refuses to use narrow-body planes for long flights to Europe due to product and brand issues.