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Delta expands UK transatlantic network

Delta Air Lines is expanding its transatlantic network next summer with three additional UK routes.

Gatwick gains a daily year-round service to New York JFK from April 10 as part of an increased schedule from the US hub.

Daily year-round flights between Heathrow and Los Angeles return on March 25 for the first time since 2015.

A five times a week summer seasonal service from Edinburgh to Atlanta starts on May 25, reviving a route not operated since 2007.

The airline will fly a mix of Boeing 767 and Airbus 330 aircraft from the UK, featuring a choice of up to four cabin options.

Nicolas Ferri, vice president Europe, Middle East, Africa and India, said: “Adding three routes from the U.K. in one day is a milestone moment for Delta, especially in one of our most important markets.

“This summer saw extremely high demand for travel between the UK and US and by adding more routes and extra frequencies, including service from London’s two main airports and the Scottish capital, Delta alongside its partner Virgin Atlantic will provide more options for convenient travel next year.”

He added: “Delta is delighted to be returning service to London Gatwick which is where we first started our flights from the UK to the United States over 40 years ago.

“Next summer our daily Gatwick to New York JFK flight will offer a convenient option for those customers going to America on holiday or business.”

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