DELTA Air Lines has deployed its state-of-the-art Airbus A330-900neo on the Accra to New York-JFK route.
After a nonstop journey from JFK New York, an Airbus A330-900neo made its first landing at Kotoka International Airport. The aircraft arrived ahead of schedule; Delta had stated in April 2024 that the deployment would occur on October 27, 2024.
With 281 seats, the A330-900neo essentially replaces the Boeing B767, which was rumoured on social media platforms that the planes servicing African routes, especially those to Ghana, were outdated or unfit for use.
In order to meet increasing demand, it provides almost 30% greater capacity in addition to four unique experiences: Main Cabin, Delta One Suites, Delta Premium Select, and Delta Comfort+. Modern amenities, including as ambient lighting for a peaceful flight and pay Wi-Fi, are available to passengers in every class.
While the Delta Premium Select offers improved comfort with larger seats and more legroom, the Delta One Suites have fully lie-flat seats, opulent bedding, and privacy doors along with chef-curated meals and premium beverages.
Spacious seating, memory-foam cushions, and personalized entertainment with over 1,000 hours of material are offered for the Main Cabin and Delta Comfort+.
Addressing journalists at the Kempiski Hotel in Accra shortly after the maiden landing at the Kotoka International Airport, the Director of Global Communications for Delta Air Lines (EMEAI), Ralph Albus took journalists through some video presentations on the performance of the airline and detail information about the Airbus A330-900neo.
He gave them assurances about Delta’s top-notch customer service, a distinctly luxurious onboard experience, and an improved journey.
According to Mr. Albus, the new aircraft has four extra seats in the Delta Suites, 10 in the Delta Premium Select, 35 in the Main Cabin, and 17 extra seats in the Delta Comfort+.
In an effort to provide consumers with a genuine experience, he declared that starting in 2025, the airline would provide free WiFi on flights to Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal.
When asked about the airline’s chances on the African routes, he expressed optimism, saying, “We are confident that we can sell these additional seats and also benefit from the economic relationship between the United States and Ghana as well as improve commerce.” He also said, “The prospects for the Ghanaian market are very good.”
Mr. Albus emphasized that the company’s first focus was safety and security, assuring customers that the aircraft was part of a fleet that was ordered from top aircraft manufacturers ten years earlier.