FAA - Delta Air Lines Pilot Training Program Extension Request

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Detected March 18th, 2026

Summary

Delta Air Lines has petitioned the FAA for an extension to continue using its approved pilot training program for all its fleets. This request seeks to allow new and existing fleets to utilize the current 36-month cycle training program.

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Delta Air Lines has submitted a petition to the FAA requesting continued relief from 14 CFR 121.915(d) regarding its pilot training program. The airline seeks to maintain its current Continuing Qualification training program, which operates on a 36-month cycle with segmented evaluation periods, for all its fleets, including new ones. This program has been used for various aircraft makes and models.

This action is a request for an extension of an existing approval, not a new rule or enforcement action. Regulated entities, specifically other air carriers, may find this relevant for understanding potential flexibility in training program approvals. No immediate compliance actions are required for other entities based on this petition, but it highlights the FAA's consideration of alternative training schedules.

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Comment

Delta Air Lines, Inc., Operating Certificate DALA026A, petition for continued relief from 14 CFR 121.915(d) to allow all Delta fleets, new as well as incumbent, to utilize the currently approved Delta Continuing Qualification training program. The current program for all Delta fleets consists of a 36-month cycle with two 18-month evaluation periods further segmented into four 9 month return intervals for pilot training and checking. Approval would continue to sanction entry of any new fleet into the proven and common Continuing Qualification training program long used for all Delta fleets regardless of make, model, or manufacturer (e.g., BD-500, B717, B737, B757, B767, A320, A330, and A350).