Originally Posted by DLCorpGuy

We know many of you have an interest in the final flight of the DC-9 so we wanted to provide you with an update of Delta’s plans to retire the aircraft type.

While today’s flight is the last regularly scheduled departure of the DC-9, two aircraft will remain available for active back-fill support over the next few weeks as we continue to accept 717 aircraft deliveries and place them into service. Maintaining a diverse fleet, including the DC-9, allows Delta the flexibility to ensure consistent operational reliability for customers.