Delta takes on larger presence in T6 ahead of move in May

With a US$1.9bn airport infrastructure project, new local partnerships, expanding routes and the implementation of a strategic alliance, Delta Air Lines (DAL) is kicking off its biggest year yet in L.A. In 2016, Delta, Los Angeles World Airports and the City of Los Angeles announced a US$1.9bn effort – one of Los Angeles’ largest investments and public-private partnerships – to build a premier partner hub by upgrading and connecting Terminals 2 and 3 at LAX. The first visible sign of the move will occur on Jan. 31, when Delta will increase its presence in Terminal 6, operating temporarily from Gates 60-63 in addition to Gates 68A, 68B and 69B. Delta will also use its nine remaining gates in Terminal 5 until it moves to Terminals 2 and 3 in May. Delta’s move into Terminals 2 and 3 is one in a series of L.A. milestones in 2017 as the airline works to build a better L.A. This year, Delta expects to close on a Joint Cooperation Agreement with Aeromexico, establishing the largest trans-border alliance between the United States and Mexico and benefitting customers of both airlines. Together, Delta and Aeromexico will be the largest provider of service between LAX and Mexico. Last week, Delta and its partner Aeromexico were named the Official Airline Partners for the MLS expansion team, the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC).