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Delta Air Lines (www.delta.com) began passenger service in 1924. Headquartered in Atlanta, Delta is the world's fourth largest airline. Delta and Delta Connection serve 315 destinations in 54 countries from its hubs in Atlanta, Cincinnati, New York (JFK) and Salt Lake City. Delta's regional jet operators: Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Big Sky Airlines, Chautauqua Airlines, Comair, ExpressJet Airlines, Freedom Airlines, Pinnacle Airlines, Shuttle America and SkyWest provide service as Delta Connection®.
Continental and Delta have formed an extensive alliance relationship that includes codesharing on select domestic and international routes. Throughout the U.S. and the world, Delta Air Lines and Delta Connection offer Continental customers expanded access to a unique network of cities. Together, Continental and Delta offer connecting service via eight hub airports to more than 200 U.S. cities to provide you with increased schedule options that best fit your needs. Delta is also a founding member of the SkyTeam Alliance.
Frequent Flyer Benefits
Continental OnePass members may earn and redeem miles on any flight operated by Delta Air Lines, Delta Shuttle, and Delta Connection (excludes flights operated by American Eagle). OnePass miles earned on Delta flights count toward Elite status.*
* Miles cannot be combined between the two programs to obtain rewards or Elite status.
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Airport Lounge Benefits
Presidents Club members have access to over 40 Delta Crown Room Club® locations throughout the world. For access to Crown Room Clubs simply show your current Presidents Club membership card and valid government issued photo ID. You may bring members of you immediate family (spouse and children under the age of 21) or as many as two guests.
Continental's First/International Business/BusinessFirst customers traveling on an international itinerary have access to any SkyTeam partner airline's lounge at any point during their itinerary on the same day of travel.
SkyTeam Elite Plus members traveling in Economy class on an international itinerary operated by a SkyTeam member have access to any SkyTeam carrier's lounge (including one guest) at any point during their itinerary on the same day of travel.
Services
Delta codeshare service is available in both First class and Economy class on domestic codeshare flights, as well as BusinessElite® class and Economy class on international flights. Delta's innovative sleeper seat gives customers extra comfort and personal space and features all-leather seating; new cushioning, including memory foam for added knee support; leg height and support improvements; and improved headrest and tray tables. In addition, Delta on Demand, the airline's state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment (IFE) system offers widescreen personal video monitors at each passenger's seat and boasts a wide variety of offerings including first-run and popular classic movies, music, TV programming – including dedicated HBO and Plum TV channels – and video games – all available on demand. New, in-seat power laptop outlets (110 Volt) also allow customers to conveniently recharge their laptops - without the need for an adaptor. With priority check-in, access to BusinessElite lounges, and priority boarding, you'll experience an added level of personal service. Beginning in early 2008, Delta BusinessElite customers flying ultra long-haul routes on Delta's new Boeing 777 Long Range aircraft will enjoy personal suites featuring seats that recline into a fully-flat position for premium comfort and relaxation.
With priority check-in, access to BusinessElite lounges, and priority boarding, you'll also experience an added level of personal service you've come to expect from Delta.
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