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Ed Bastian, CEO: “Delta will offer fast, free Wi-Fi on all flights, powered by a partnership with T-Mobile.”
Delta · January 5, 2023 · CES 2023 Keynote
The Promise
“Delta will offer fast, free Wi-Fi on all flights, powered by a partnership with T-Mobile.”
Ed Bastian, CEO · January 5, 2023 · CES 2023 Keynote · Source
Target
Metric: Fleet Wi-Fi coverage
Target: 100% fleet coverage with free Wi-Fi
Deadline: December 31, 2024
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What Actually Happened
Verdict:In Progress
As of mid-2026, Delta has installed free Wi-Fi on its 1,000th aircraft, roughly 75% of the fleet. Domestic coverage is largely complete for SkyMiles members since February 2024. International routes (transatlantic, transpacific) followed through 2025. Full fleet coverage is still being completed.
Actual result: ~75% fleet equipped; all domestic and most international routes covered
Source: Delta News Hub, T-Mobile Newsroom (checked Jun 2026)
Timeline
January 5, 2023
Promise made by Ed Bastian, CEO via CES 2023 Keynote
December 2024
Stated deadline
June 2026
Evidence checked — In Progress
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