Delta Marks 1,000th Wi-Fi-Equipped Aircraft & Announces More Delta Sync Features
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Delta Air Lines has reached a major industry milestone with the installation of its fast, free Delta Sync Wi-Fi across 1,000 aircraft. The achievement sees gate-to-gate in-flight connectivity (IFC) available on nearly 75 per cent of Delta’s fleet, bringing the airline closer to providing a more personal, seamless onboard experience for every traveler.
1,000 Aircraft and Counting: The Rollout Continues
Delta Sync Wi-Fi is now available on more than 1,000 aircraft, including all Boeing 737 and 757 aircraft and all Airbus A221, A223, A319, A320, A321ceo and A321neo jets. The airline has calculated that since its launch in February 2023, travelers have logged more than 100 million Delta Sync Wi-Fi sessions.
“Delta’s commitment to delivering connectivity for every customer has been game-changing, both for our customers and for the industry at large.”
– Ranjan Goswami, Delta Air Lines
Passengers flying on Transatlantic routes now have access to the service, and the airline has said Trans-Pacific routes will come online in 2026, completing its global connectivity map. Elsewhere, modifications to Delta’s 300-strong regional aircraft fleet have begun and will continue through to early 2026. Furthermore, the carrier is actively preparing to launch Delta Sync on its Boeing 717s, with installation planning and certification in progress.
IFC is what allows Delta to deliver ever-increasing levels of personalization via Delta Sync, its digital system built through years of investment in connectivity. Delta Sync Wi-Fi presented by T-Mobile enables passengers to access exclusive content and offers from hand-picked brands via their personal electronic devices, while Delta Sync seatback transforms traditional embedded in-flight entertainment (IFE) screens into something more akin to smart TVs that provide personalized entertainment, content, and commerce.
This platform model is reshaping IFEC. New partners like YouTube and Crunchyroll have joined Paramount+ on board, expanding the range of content available to passengers both during and after their flights: Delta Sync Wi-Fi supports entertainment, loyalty, and post-flight engagement in one unified system.
“Delta’s commitment to delivering connectivity for every customer has been game-changing, both for our customers and for the industry at large,” said Delta Air Lines SVP Customer Experience Design Ranjan Goswami. “We’re turning our planes into platforms, where customers can stay entertained, connected and informed from take-off to landing. Delta Sync is the enabler that makes these personalized experiences and exclusive offers possible.”
New Year, New Delta Sync Experiences
As Delta Sync continues to expand across more aircraft, new features are continuously being added to the platform. A recent addition is Kids Map, which is available on select Delta Sync seatback screens. It transforms the traditional in-flight map into a colorful, interactive experience that introduces children to continents, landmarks, and nature through illustrations, quizzes, and mini-games. Progress badges and playful characters help keep young travelers engaged throughout the flight.
In addition, domestic travelers seated in Delta One and Delta First can now browse food and beverage menus directly on their seatback screens. The system presents options tailored by route and time of day and provides clear descriptions to help travelers find selections that match their tastes or dietary needs. Delta plans to expand this feature to more routes and seat types in 2026.
From early next year, seatback screens on select flights will also feature Destination Stories. Powered by FlightPath3D, the story-driven travel guide turns the seatback screen into a tool for discovery, allowing travelers to explore highlights of their destination, review recommended experiences, and even book activities before landing. The feature brings trip planning into the air and helps passengers make the most of their time once they arrive.
Delta Sync seatback now runs on more than 300 aircraft across six fleet types and covers about 45 per cent of flights with IFE seatback screens. Rollouts of the system are underway across the Boeing 737-800 fleet, with Delta Sync seatback coming to 737-900s beginning early next year. Similarly, beginning next year, Delta Sync seatback will also come onboard the Boeing 767-300 and Airbus A350-900, bringing the system to wide-body aircraft for the first time.
Delta Air Lines Managing Director IFEC Glenn Latta said, “Delivering on this vision meant rethinking what was possible in-flight. Now, thanks to the innovation and perseverance of Delta people, we’ve built a platform that meets today’s expectations and anticipates tomorrow’s.”