Delta Air Lines has unveiled a design refresh across all cabins ahead of its 100th anniversary in 2025.
Based on extensive feedback and research, the new look will include breathable materials, comfortable memory-foam cushions on widebody jets, and lighting that promotes relaxation.
“Every flight is different, so we’ve focused on creating warm, calming and atmospheric lighting options that create an environment for customers to rest and relax, or stay productive as they wish,” said Mauricio Parise, Vice President – Customer Experience Design.
“For boarding, we’ve focused on the ‘moment of deceleration’ – warm and inviting lighting that makes the cabin appear spacious and open. At mealtimes, we queue hues that feel like you’re at a candlelit dinner – making meals more natural and inviting.
“As the lights dim for sleep, we borrow from the sunset and slowly remove blue light while bringing in warm amber tones which are reminiscent of a sunset glow. When it’s time to wake up, the cabin slowly brightens into morning and daylight.”
Delta’s brand colours will “lean into a softer, warmer and more modern palette with natural materials such as wool and accents of Delta’s original heritage colours throughout”.
Lavatories will also be refreshed with bright walls, an accent wall opposite the mirror in the brand’s ‘Celestial Sky’ pattern and flooring made from a smooth material with specks of colour, “ensuring improved cleanliness and safe traction”.
Delta’s new cabin design will first debut on a narrowbody Boeing 757 aircraft on domestic and short-haul international routes later this autumn.
In early 2025, a widebody Airbus A350 will debut with the new design on long-haul international routes.
Additional aircraft will receive the new cabin design as Delta’s schedule and operation allows over the next few years.
“Delta has taken the time to develop every detail of our new interiors; the team was intentional in creating an experience that mimics our customers’ lifestyles and puts them at ease as soon as they board our aircraft,” added Parise.
