Delta Air Lines is working with Crunchyroll, a leading anime streaming platform, to bring a curated selection of fan-favorite series—such as Solo Leveling, Fruits Basket, Horimiya, Black Clover, and My Roommate is a Cat—to its passengers. The new entertainment lineup will be accessible through Delta Sync Wi-Fi on over 940 aircraft, with the full rollout expected by early November.
As part of the collaboration, travelers who connect to Delta Sync Wi-Fi during their flight and log in as SkyMiles Members can redeem an exclusive 24-hour free streaming offer from Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll currently offers over 2,000 unique titles and 50,000 total episodes, serving anime enthusiasts worldwide. Interested consumers can learn more on Delta's website and on Crunchyroll.
Image Credit: Delta Air Lines, Crunchyroll
Why This Trend Is Growing
- In-flight Streaming Collaborations
- Airlines partnering with streaming platforms to enhance passenger entertainment options on flights introduces new opportunities for personalized travel experiences.
- Anime's Expanding Influence
- The incorporation of anime into mainstream airline entertainment highlights the growing global reach and cultural impact of anime as a popular genre.
- Loyalty Program Perks
- Integrating exclusive streaming offers into airline loyalty programs can increase customer engagement and enhance brand loyalty.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Aviation
- The aviation industry is exploring innovative ways to partner with entertainment companies to augment in-flight experiences and increase passenger satisfaction.
- Streaming Services
- Streaming platforms are seeking unique collaboration opportunities with travel sectors to expand their subscriber base and reach new audiences.
- Content Partnerships
- Content partnerships between diverse sectors are becoming a key strategy for cross-industry growth and increased consumer engagement.
