Delta Air Lines has officially removed the Boeing 767-300ER aircraft from its Honolulu-Salt Lake City (HNL-SLC) route, replacing it entirely with the more modern Airbus A330-300 aircraft, according to aviation analytics company Cirium . This strategic transition, which unfolded from March to June, reflects the airline's commitment to offering enhanced passenger experiences and operational efficiency. Along with the fleet change, Delta reduced its flight frequency to a daily service, adjusting its operations to meet fluctuating travel demand.
Beat of Hawaii suggested that Delta is stepping up its game and dedication to Hawaii travel with the return of this updated wide-body aircraft and new technology-driven amenities. The transition: From Boeing 767 to Airbus A330-300In March, Delta's entire fleet on the Honolulu International Airport - Salt Lake City International Airport route maintained Boeing 767-300ER operations. This aircraft, while once a staple of Delta's long-haul operations, was showing its age in comparison to newer models.
The 767-300ER was used for 60 flights in each direction, providing 12,960 seats and covering 38,802,240 Available Seat Miles (ASMs). However, Delta began phasing out the 767 fleet in April, transitioning to a combination of the 767-300ER and Airbus A330-300 aircraft. This shift allowed the airline to capitalize on the A330-300's improved fuel efficiency and passenger capacity.
Delta operated 86 flights in total, with 26 flights on the B767 and 1.
