Source: Delta Air Lines
- The collection housed by University of Georgia Libraries contains Delta’s digitized timetables, flight maps and annual reports for the past century, giving a peek into the airline’s immense history
Artifacts from Delta Air Lines’ storied past are now easily accessible online for everyone from frequent-flying aviation geeks to airline novices thanks to a partnership with the Digital Library of Georgia, housed by University of Georgia Libraries.
The partnership with DLG signifies Delta’s commitment to partner with organizations in Delta’s home state.
The collection contains Delta’s digitized timetables, flight maps and annual reports for the past century, giving a peek into the airline’s immense history.
“For nearly 100 years, Delta people have built the world’s most award-winning airline while driving commercial aviation forward to better connect the world,” said John Boatright, Delta Flight Museum President. “And while visiting the Delta Flight Museum is an experience like no other, partnering with the Digital Library of Georgia means that the documents and stories of our history can now be enjoyed by educators, researchers, employees, customers and aviation enthusiasts around the globe.”
About Delta Flight Museum
The Delta Flight Museum is a premier international destination located in the heart of Delta Air Lines’ worldwide headquarters in Atlanta, where visitors explore aviation history, celebrate the story and people of Delta, and discover the future of flight.
Housed in Delta’s historic 1940s aircraft hangars, the not-for-profit Delta Flight Museum offers an unmatched experience for aviation enthusiasts of all ages. A fleet of rare vintage aircraft and artifacts from more than 40 airlines related to Delta enhance our interactive experiences and unique event and education spaces. Visit online at deltamuseum.org
About The Digital Library of Georgia
The Digital Library of Georgia is an award-winning initiative of GALILEO, Georgia’s statewide virtual library, housed at the University of Georgia Libraries. With the state’s cultural heritage organizations, the DLG shares Georgia’s history online for free through its websites. The project supports its partner organizations by offering free and low-cost services. The DLG also serves as Georgia’s service hub for the Digital Public Library of America and as the home of the Georgia Newspaper Project, the state’s historic newspaper preservation project.
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