Delta Air Lines has introduced a new Delta sports prediction game in partnership with DraftKings for airborne passengers. The new feature, called SkyPicks, brings free sports prediction contests to passengers traveling at high altitudes while remaining in full compliance with federal aviation gambling regulations. The product is available exclusively to travelers aged 21 and older through the Delta Sync Wi-Fi system. Passengers can access the platform on their personal mobile devices or laptops rather than seatback screens. To ensure the game does not violate a 1962 federal statute barring commercial aircraft gambling, the system excludes buy-ins, deposits, real-money wagering, and…

Delta Air Lines has begun surveying its passengers to assess potential interest in inflight sports betting. The move signals the airline’s exploration of offering betting services while in the air, a concept that has gained attention as carriers look for new ways to boost ancillary revenue. The survey, distributed to select passengers, asks questions about betting preferences, sports interests, and willingness to wager during a flight. It also explores how passengers currently engage with sports betting, and whether they would be open to using their mobile devices for real-money wagers while traveling. Legal and technical considerations, including jurisdictional compliance and…