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Delta Air Lines is one of the major airlines of the United States and a legacy carrier. One of the world's oldest airlines in operation, Delta is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The history of Delta Air Lines begins with the world's first aerial crop dusting operation called Huff Daland Dusters, Inc. The company was founded on March 2, 1925, in Macon, Georgia, before moving to Monroe, Louisiana, in summer 1925.

The acquisition of Northwest Airlines was announced April 14, 2008. It was approved and consummated on October 29, 2008. Northwest continued to operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta until December 31, 2009, when the Northwest Airlines operating certificate was merged into that of Delta. Delta completed integration with Northwest on January 31, 2010, when their computer reservations system and websites were combined, and the Northwest Airlines brand was officially retired.

As of December 2020, Delta operated a fleet of 750 aircraft manufactured by Airbus and Boeing. Delta operates the largest Boeing 717, Boeing 757, and Boeing 767 fleets in the world, and the largest Airbus A330 fleet of any US airline. Prior to its 2008 merger with Northwest Airlines, Delta's fleet was made up of solely Boeing and McDonnell Douglas aircraft. Airbus aircraft from Northwest joined the fleet after the merger, and more have since been added.

Delta and its worldwide alliance partners operate more than 15,000 flights per day. Delta is the only U.S. carrier that flies to Dakar and Copenhagen, and along with competitor United Airlines, are the only two U.S. carriers that fly to Stockholm. In March 2020, Delta suspended all flights to continental Europe for 30 days, and cutting 40% of its capacity.

Delta Global Staffing (DGS) was a temporary employment firm located in Atlanta, Georgia. Delta Global Staffing was a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines, Inc., and a division of the internal company DAL Global Services.

Delta Air Lines sold majority ownership of DAL Global Services to Argenbright Holdings on December 21, 2018. As part of the sale, Delta dissolved the staffing division of DGS.

Delta Airlines Pet Policy (Within United States)
- Delta allows small dogs, cats, and household birds to travel in the cabin for a fee.
- Pets must be at least 10 weeks old for domestic travel, or 16 weeks old if traveling to the U.S. from another country or to the European Union.
- Female cats or dogs with un-weaned puppies or two pets of the same breed and size between 10 weeks and 6 months old may be allowed to travel in one kennel for a single fee.
- Pet carriers must be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you and meet specific requirements, such as being leak-proof with ventilation openings on three sides (or four sides for international travel).
- Delta recommends using a soft-sided kennel with maximum dimensions of 18" x 11" x 11" as it fits most aircraft types.
- Pets must remain inside the kennel with the door secured while in Delta's boarding area, airport lounges, and during the flight.
- There are restrictions on seating areas where pets are not allowed, such as bulkhead seats, emergency exit rows, Delta One^® seats, etc.
- Pets are not permitted in the cabin for travel to Hawaii, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Guam.
- Additional requirements may apply for pets traveling from or to certain countries, such as Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Colombia, Dubai, Hong Kong, Iceland, Jamaica, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, and United Arab Emirates.
- The CDC has temporary suspension on the entry of dogs from high-risk countries for rabies, with specific criteria that must be met for dogs from high-risk countries entering the U.S.
- It's important to review Delta Airlines' complete pet policy and the CDC's guidance on pet importation for travel with pets.

Delta Baggage Policy
Delta Airlines baggage policy varies based on the route, fare class, and loyalty status. Here is a general overview:

Carry-On Baggage:
- Passengers are allowed to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item such as a purse, laptop, or briefcase.
- The maximum dimensions for the carry-on bag are 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels.
- The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.

Checked Baggage:
- The number of checked bags allowed and the fees for them depend on your route, fare class, and loyalty status.
- The weight limit for each checked bag is 50 pounds (23 kg) and the maximum dimensions are 62 linear inches (158 cm).
- Oversized and overweight baggage fees may apply.

Sports Equipment and Musical Instruments:
- Delta accepts sports equipment and musical instruments as checked baggage or as carry-on, subject to specific guidelines and fees.
- Additional fees may apply for oversize or overweight items.

Restricted and Prohibited Items:
- Certain items are not allowed on board Delta Airlines flights, including hazardous materials, firearms, explosives, and other dangerous goods.
- Other items such as lithium batteries, medical devices, and certain sports equipment may require special handling or documentation.

It is recommended to check Delta Airlines' website for specific baggage allowances and fees based on your itinerary.