American Express® and Delta Air Lines® Debut First-Ever Limited-Edition Boeing 747 Credit Card Design

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American Express (AXP) and Delta Air Lines (DAL) launched a limited-edition credit card design made from retired Delta Boeing 747 aircraft. Available from June 16 to August 3, 2022, the card offers Card Members exclusive augmented reality content and honors aviation history. The design incorporates 25% metal from the retired aircraft, known as the 'Queen of the Skies.' With more than half of consumers planning to travel more this summer, the partnership emphasizes premium travel benefits for Delta loyalists, including complimentary lounge access and limited-time offers for earning miles.

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• Launch of limited-edition credit card design made from retired Delta Boeing 747 aircraft.
• Incorporates 25% metal from the retired aircraft, enhancing brand value.
• Augmented reality experience offers unique, engaging content for card members.
• Potential increase in customer engagement due to rising consumer travel interest.

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The limited-edition card design is available for Delta SkyMiles® Reserve and Reserve Business American Express Card Members from June 16 to August 3

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- American Express® (NYSE: AXP) and Delta Air Lines® (NYSE: DAL) today introduced the first-ever credit card design¹ made with a retired Delta Boeing 747 aircraft. The limited-edition card design is available exclusively for Delta SkyMiles® Reserve and Reserve Business Card Members from June 16 through August 3, 2022.

The limited-edition Boeing 747 card design for Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card Members (Photo: Business Wire)

The card comes with exclusive content via an augmented reality experience created especially for Card Members, which includes Boeing 747 history, interviews with Delta pilots and crew members, and an up-close look at Delta Ship #6307’s transformation from a passenger plane into the card design.

The limited-edition card design was created with 25% metal from Delta Ship #6307, a retired Boeing 747-400, as a way to honor the history of aviation travel. Known as the “Queen of the Skies,” the iconic Boeing 747 was the first wide body jet and led to many significant advancements in air travel.

“For over 60 years, American Express and Delta have partnered to deliver world-class experiences for our shared customers through industry-leading service, value, and access. Today, we’re celebrating our latest innovation that pays homage to the iconic Boeing 747 by giving Card Members a piece of travel history in their wallet,” said Jon Gantman, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Cobrand Product Management at American Express.

“Delta and American Express are blazing the trail with this innovative card design, while honoring our longstanding history. We invite you to experience the magic, history, and transformation of our iconic ‘Queen of the Skies’ through this unique card,” said Dwight James, Senior Vice President, Customer Engagement & Loyalty for Delta Air Lines, and CEO, Delta Vacations.

According to American Express research, more than half (58%) of consumers surveyed plan to travel more this summer than in previous years² and 64% agree they plan to take advantage of their job’s work from anywhere policy³. Between now and August 3, 2022, Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members who apply and are approved can earn miles with rich limited-time offers just in time for the return of summer and business travel.

The Delta SkyMiles Reserve and Reserve Business American Express Cards offer premium travel benefits for Delta loyalists, including complimentary Centurion Lounge and Delta Sky Club® access when flying Delta, Status Boost⁴ to get closer to status, access to exclusive reservations through Global Dining Access by Resy⁵, and more. Terms apply. For more information about the Delta SkyMiles Reserve and Reserve Business Cards, visit http://americanexpress.com/takeoff.

¹The limited edition Boeing 747 Card design is made with 25% metal from a retired Delta Boeing 747 aircraft and is available while supplies last through August 3, 2022.

²This Amex Trendex poll was conducted by Morning Consult between May 6-9, 2022 among a national sample of 2,000 US travelers who have a household income of at least $70K and defined as adults who typically travel by air at least once a year. Results from the survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points.

³This American Express survey was conducted by Morning Consult between June 4-7, 2022 among a national sample of 2,001 adults with a household income of at least $70K and are financial decision makers in their household. Results from the survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points.

⁴With Status Boost®, earn 15,000 Medallion Qualification Miles (MQMs) after you spend $30,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, up to four times per year getting you closer to Medallion Status. MQMs are used to determine Medallion Status and are different from the miles you earn towards flights.

⁵Card Members must add their Delta SkyMiles® Reserve or Reserve Business American Express Card to their Resy profile to access Global Dining Access by Resy.

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Source: American Express Company
Location: U.S.

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FAQ

What is the significance of the new American Express and Delta credit card design?

The new credit card design is significant as it is made from retired Delta Boeing 747 aircraft, honoring aviation history while enhancing customer experience.

How long will the limited-edition Delta credit card be available?

The limited-edition Delta credit card will be available from June 16 to August 3, 2022.

What benefits do Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card Members receive?

Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card Members receive premium travel benefits, including complimentary lounge access and exclusive offers for miles earning.

What unique feature does the new credit card include for users?

The new credit card includes an augmented reality experience that features Boeing 747 history and interviews with Delta pilots.

How does consumer travel behavior impact American Express and Delta's business?

With 58% of consumers planning to travel more this summer, this trend can boost the usage of American Express and Delta's services, enhancing revenue.