US airline improves flight experience thanks to Delta Premium Select and sustainable products
Beginning May 6, Delta Air Lines will once again be offering a non-stop service from Munich to Detroit. The airline is thus supplementing the existing connection between Munich and Atlanta. From the US hubs, Delta customers can fly to more than 140 destinations in the United States while providing American tourists with an easy route to Bavaria.
“Connections between Germany and the US are very good and we are seeing strong demand for our flights as our customers return to travel,” said Nicolas Ferri, Delta’s vice president for Europe, Middle East, Africa and India. “Delta offers something for all customers flying to or from Germany with our non-stop service, which brings new products and experiences onboard, and we look forward to contributing to the continued recovery of the country’s economy and tourism industry .”
According to the US Travel Association, before the pandemic, more than 70 million people visited the United States every year, including around two million from Germany. In terms of trade relations, the Observatory of Economic Complexity (OEC) reports that of the $123 billion worth of cars that Germany exports each year, the US ranks second at $15.1 billion target are.
More flights, more destinations
Delta’s Munich to Detroit flights will be operated on Airbus A330-200 aircraft, while the Munich to Atlanta route will be operated on Airbus Boeing 767-400 aircraft. All flights between Germany and the USA are operated in cooperation with Delta’s joint venture partners Air France, KLM and Virgin Atlantic.
An enhanced flight experience…
Delta customers will enjoy a whole new travel experience with the introduction of Delta Premium Select. The new premium product offers wider seats with extra legroom and adjustment options, as well as adjustable head and footrests and larger screens for more entertainment. Customers also have access to select SkyPriority airport benefits for seamless service on the ground, while dedicated overhead locker and personal flight attendants are available onboard. During the peak travel months, the airline will offer up to 460 seats daily from Munich to the United States, including 67 seats in Delta One Business Class and 41 in Delta Premium Select.
Eco-friendly products
As part of the sustainability program, Delta has also made changes to inflight service to reduce the use of single-use plastic. In Business Class Delta One, Mexican clothing brand Someone Somewhere’s new amenity kits are made from recycled and locally sourced cotton. The airline does without five plastic parts, including zippers and packaging. Delta One customers can also sleep comfortably thanks to bedding made from recycled plastic bottles. Meals in the Main Cabin are served with new biodegradable tableware, bamboo cutlery and a premium paper placemat.
Making international travel easier
Customers flying on Delta’s Munich routes will find assistance in Delta FlyReady℠, the airline’s digital dashboard solution. Here they can check before they travel whether they meet the immigration requirements of their destination, find a personalized view of travel requirements and easy-to-use document management features. In addition, Delta has maintained safety-centric operations throughout the pandemic and continues to provide various safeguards to provide customers with a safer travel experience.
Delta’s flights between Munich and Detroit:
| flight number | departure | arrival |
| Delta 23 | Munich at 10:25 | Detroit um 13:50 |
| Delta 22 | Detroit um 18:00 | Munich at 08:20 (next day) |
Delta’s flights between Munich and Atlanta:
| flight number | departure | arrival |
| Delta 131 | Munich at 11:20 am | Atlanta one 15:45 |
| Delta 130 | Atlanta a 17:50 | Munich at 9:00 (next day) |