Passengers Terrified as Delta Flight Struck by Lightning
Passengers on Delta flight 1192 from New York City to Atlanta experienced a terrifying ordeal when the plane was struck by lightning during descent. Despite panic on board, the pilot safely landed the aircraft at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The incident understandably instilled fear and anxiety among the passengers, as described in a firsthand account of the harrowing experience.
Delta Airlines Reverts to Numbered Zones for Boarding
Delta Airlines has announced a return to numbered zones for boarding, a system it had previously abandoned in 2019 in favor of calling passengers by category names. The decision comes as no surprise, given the widespread chaos and criticism surrounding the boarding process for flights in the United States. Delta’s reversion to numbered zones for boarding is expected to bring a sense of structure and organization to the often chaotic pre-flight experience for passengers.
Delta planes clip wings at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, causing flight delays
Two Delta planes clipped wings on the runway at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, causing flight delays. The incident, involving Flight 1460 and Flight 1104, occurred at 10:45 a.m. on March 28. Fortunately, no one was injured, but the affected flights experienced significant delays. Delta Air Lines is actively investigating the incident to determine the cause and prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Delta flight forced to turn back after maggots fall from overhead cabin
A Delta flight from Amsterdam to Detroit was forced to turn back after maggots fell from the overhead cabin onto unsuspecting passengers. The incident occurred when a passenger boarded the flight with a suitcase containing rotting fish, which broke open during the flight, causing the maggots to fall onto the passengers in the economy class. Passengers affected by the incident were compensated with 8,000 air miles, hotel room compensation, and a $30 meal ticket if they were delayed overnight.
Delta and American Express Announce New Perks and Higher Annual Fees for Credit Cards
Delta and American Express have announced new perks for their credit cards, but they come with higher annual fees. The changes are set to take effect on May 1, and customers are left wondering if the new benefits are worth…
Mixed Results in Stock Market with Weekly Gains Despite Turbulence in Airline Industry
The stock market closed with mixed results on Friday, with major U.S. indexes recording weekly gains despite the turbulence in the airline industry. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 37,592.98 points, marking a 0.31% decrease, while the S&P 500…