Delta Main Basic (basic economy) is killing any loyalty. Many will not pay $45 for Skypesos, a little earlier boarding, and no seat choice. It will be simply fare and schedule. If they gave a few Skypesos, that could generate loyalty. There are some people who travel several times a year and are willing to have loyalty.

For me, I am trying very hard to burn miles in all the major airlines, 2 burned up, 2 left, and Delta, which I cannot seem to burn off completely due to adding some earnings. After I get finished, which might not be until 2028, I have to decide if I am to have loyalty.

I suppose that I should not post and give the airlines ways to make it worthwhile not to buy basic economy..... Lavatory use banned unless $10 fee paid to go once, $20 deplaning fee (must deplane last), $50 late check in fee if don't check in 5 hours before flight, etc.