✈️ Big Birds on the Horizon: Delta’s Massive New Widebody Order!
Sea More. Cruise More... and now, Fly More Comfortably!
Hello, travelers! 👋
As many of you know, The Cruise Boys have spent over 25 years in the aviation industry. We have jet fuel in our veins just as much as we have salt water in our souls! That’s why when big airline news drops, our ears perk up—especially when it’s about the big jets that whisk us away to our dream cruise ports across the pond.
Last week, Delta Air Lines made a splash that has us dreaming of long-haul luxury. They’ve officially placed a firm order for 31 brand-new Airbus widebody aircraft!
🛫 The Fleet Upgrade: What’s Coming?
Delta is doubling down on their partnership with Airbus, and the specs are beautiful. Here is the breakdown of the new hardware coming to a tarmac near you (starting in 2029):
16 Airbus A330-900neos: If you haven’t flown the "neo" yet, you are missing out. It’s quiet, efficient, and smooth.
15 Airbus A350-900s: The flagship. The big daddy. These jets are absolute marvels of modern engineering.
This order is going to bring Delta’s fleet of A330-900s up to 55 and their A350 count to a whopping 79 (including the A350-1000s arriving in 2027).
🌍 Why This Matters for Cruisers
You might be asking, "Guys, I thought you booked ships, not planes?"
Here is the deal: To get to those bucket-list cruises in the Mediterranean, the South Pacific, or Asia, you have to cross an ocean first. The flight is the start of your vacation, and the aircraft matters!
Delta’s CEO Ed Bastian said it best: these planes are here to "elevate our premium offerings." We are talking about more Delta One Suites (hello, privacy doors!) and Delta Premium Select seats.
For us cruisers, this means:
More Comfort: Newer planes mean better cabin pressure, higher humidity (less jet lag!), and quieter engines. You’ll arrive at your embarkation port feeling refreshed rather than wrecked.
New Destinations: Delta explicitly mentioned growing their footprint in Asia, the Middle East, and the South Pacific. That means easier connections to cruises starting in Tokyo, Dubai, or Sydney!
Reliability: Replacing older jets (like the aging 767s) means fewer maintenance delays and more on-time departures.
📅 The Countdown Begins
While we have to wait until 2029 for these specific birds to start arriving, it shows Delta is committed to the long-haul game.
Whether you are looking to fly comfortably to a river cruise in Europe or an expedition in Antarctica, the journey is getting an upgrade. And remember, as former airline employees, we know exactly how to pair the perfect flight with your perfect cruise.
Ready to plan your next adventure (by air and by sea)?
Let’s get you booked!
Sea More. Cruise More.
The Cruise Boys™