How Delta Airlines recognizes U.S. military members during and after their travels
Delta's commitment to supporting active duty military, veterans and their families dates back decades and includes travel benefits, key partnerships, community support and more.
As a people-focused brand, Delta is proud to have a long history of supporting military members and veterans during their travels and beyond.
With 11.2% of Delta employees being military veterans and many continuing to serve in the National Guard or Reserves, Delta employees are honored with the opportunity to serve those who serve and protect us. For active duty members of the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard, Delta offers many military benefits, including:
Early Boarding: During the pre-boarding process on all Delta flights, active duty U.S. military members with identification are welcome to board early, followed by those who need additional support or time to board. .
Free Baggage Allowance: When traveling on order, active duty military members can check five bags weighing up to 100 pounds for free. Additionally, if you're traveling for leisure, you can check in two bags up to 50 pounds for free.
Complimentary Travel for Pets: Military members and U.S. Department of State Foreign Service employees may carry their pets as baggage for a fee when traveling pursuant to a valid removal order.
Discount Fares: Active duty U.S. military personnel and their immediate family members can receive discounted fares for leisure travel by simply calling our reservations department to make a reservation. When traveling on orders, military personnel are granted discounted fixed fares through the U.S. City Pairs Program, a mandatory, government-wide program that provides the best airfare deals and enables federal agencies to accomplish their missions effectively and efficiently.
Medical Emergency Assistance: Discounted fares are available to those with an immediate family member or domestic partner injured in war under Delta's Medical Emergency Policy, which can be booked by calling Delta Reservations.
Delta Vacations Discount: In honor of all U.S. military personnel, Delta Vacations offers a special 20% military discount when you book flight and hotel packages to over 300 destinations on offer. We offer
Holiday Lounge Access: During the holidays, active duty and retired military personnel and their families transiting through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport have access to a special Delta Air Lines Military Lounge located in Concourse E.
Delta's commitment to supporting active duty military, veterans and their families dates back decades and includes several initiatives beyond travel benefits, including:
In addition to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting the hiring and development of veterans within Delta through Delta's Veterans Business Resource Group, employees who have served in the military , families, and spouses with professional development and networking opportunities. .
We are onboarding several new partners to advance veteran employment across the enterprise, including Military MOJO, Service Academy Career Conference, Value of a Veteran, and MBA Veterans Network.
We build a strong military talent pipeline through partnerships with organizations like FourBlock, military.com, and the PaYS program to help veterans transition to civilian careers.
It serves as the primary funder for the Fisher House Foundation's four facilities, where military families can stay free of charge while their loved ones undergo treatment.
We support 10 USO chapters through sponsorships and volunteer efforts, including assembling care packages, serving hot meals, and sharing time with military members.
We support Folds of Honor in 16 markets across the United States by funding educational scholarships.
We stand by with the Delta Honor Guard at locations across the country to ensure those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country arrive at their final resting place with honor and honor.
We have supported the Marine Toys for Tots campaign for almost 20 years, providing bikes and toys to children in need in December and donating to the organization each year.
Additionally, for the third year in a row, Delta Air Lines is honored to bring 60 World War II veterans home to Normandy, France, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion that sparked the end of the war. Masu. The U.S. passenger airline will operate nonstop flights to Normandy, and the remaining two flights will be Delta charter flights to Normandy in 2022 and 2023. In partnership with the Best Defense Foundation and with support from Michelin North America, Inc., Delta Air Lines will offer special charter flights nonstop. On June 2nd, a Boeing 767-300 flew from Atlanta to Deauville Airport in Normandy to help veterans be recognized and celebrated with parades, school visits, ceremonies, and official D-Day commemorations on June 12th. to return to Japan.
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