Delta Air Lines - DAL

Advantages: Courteous
Disadvantages: Inefficient

In the not-so-distant past, Delta Air Lines had a musical jingo and tag line used broadly in its advertising—all designed to support the claim that ♫ "Delta is ready when you are!" ♫ Last month, for the first time in several years, I flew Delta. I selected Delta for all the reasons that matter in making the choice of a domestic carrier in the States: It offered the schedule that would get me where I wanted to go, and it did so ...
...bit of leeway. Also, the Delta official announcing the delay noted that everyone down the line was aware of our situation and would do their best to make sure the effect on passengers would be minimized. As for the reason for our delay, it was one I had never experienced before: it was a “rest delay.” The flight crew had apparently arrived aboard another flight that had been behind schedule, and federal law required that they be allowed ... Read review

Advantages: Great frequent flier scheme, reliable airline that knows what it is doing
Disadvantages: Domestic flights rather basic and penny-pinching, no bimbo stewardesses (some might see that as an advantage!)

...and Delta. I chose Delta primarily for their excellent frequent flyer scheme, SkyMiles. BA's Executive Club is really designed for people flying Business Class or full fare Economy and they give you *no mileage credit at all* if you fly on discounted economy fares, e.g. BA World Offers. Delta's SkyMiles by contrast gives you the same credit for any normal Economy fare, and your SkyMiles quickly mount up as each London-Atlanta round trip clocks up ...
...long as you fly on Delta or a partner at least once every three years. Delta have an excellent website, which is now at http://www.delta.com - they used to have a more obscure URL. It is very interactive, with expected flight arrival times updated in real time for planes in flight, full details of any itineraries you have booked (whether via the website or via a travel agent) and even the ability to change your seat allocation yourself - great for ... Read review

Advantages: I is one of the better United States Airlines
Disadvantages: The cut backs on service.

I have flown DELTA AIRLINES twice, (Once to Washington D.C. and Salt Lake City, Utah). I have never been seated in any class but Coach so that is the only class I can tell you about. ~. BOOKING .~ Since I retired as a Travel Agent I always a Travel Agent to do my bookings as they have the most up to date information on discount fares. If you prefer to book you reservations yourself they you can either phone them or book on line at: http://www.delta.com/home/index.jsp ...
...If you are flying Delta from an International City they offer you a ’fly around the USA pass’ and if you have the time you are able to see many Cities in the United States for a very cheap price. If you have special needs, (for example if you require help breathing), Delta will have extra air tanks ready by your seat. ~. CHECKING IN .~ You used to be able to check 2 bags per person, (aside from my personal information on my luggage tag I use a ... Read review

Advantages: On time, competent Air Line
Disadvantages: Try upgrading to first class

...From the moment we entered Delta at LAX we were pleased with the exceptional service. The skycaps were friendly and efficient and we did not have to wait in a long line to check our luggage. The same for the check-in service at the counter. We were swiftly and efficiently checked in and send to our boarding area. The security was very good. We had to go through three checkpoints showing our tickets, boarding passes and our I.D.'s. There was no hassle, ...
...knee replacement and he always set off the metal detector. When he explained what is was, he was asked for permission to feel his knee and was not touched until he had given permission. The crew on the plane itself was great. They were all happy and friendly. The plane was a bit cramped (we were travelling on the 767 which has two seats on each side and three in the middle) and we were sorry we hadn't spent the extra $80 to upgrade to first class. ... Read review

Advantages: Best Airline
Disadvantages: None

I was so impressed with Delta Airlines when I flew with them. We took a connecting flight between Orlando and Atlanta and Atlanta to Gatwick So I got to sample both internal and international flights on the same day. One of the impressive things about the flight was the food. We were only on Delta because our Airline had gone bust!!! With the meal we had REAL cutlery! Not the usual Plastic stuff and the dodgy plastic trays but real food and real ... Read review