# Delta Plans Premium Layout for New Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners

_Jul 13 14:30_

Tags: Delta Air Lines, Delta One, Transatlantic, loyalty program, policy change, airline, devaluation, program change

Delta executives revealed that its new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, arriving in 2031, will feature over 50% premium seating, a significant increase from the 30% on current 767s

## Summary

Delta Air Lines plans to equip its new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners with a premium-heavy layout, with at least half of the seats designated as premium. This represents a shift from the 30% premium seating found on the aging Boeing 767s these jets will replace. The new aircraft are expected to start joining the fleet in 2031 and will likely serve transatlantic routes. While it remains to be seen if they will feature the next-generation Delta One product, the focus on upper-tier seats aligns with Delta's broader strategy of maximizing premium cabin space for profit margins

## Why it matters

Affects 2 airline programs (Delta Air Lines, United Airlines).

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/news/delta-air-lines-boeing-787-dreamliner-plans) — Delta drops hints, plans premium layout for new Boeing 787 Dreamliners

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