# Recycled Aircraft Credit Cards Delta Made a Credit Card from Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet Metal By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-07-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metal-credit-card References: [nfcw](https://www.nfcw.com/2022/06/29/377721/delta-rolls-out-metal-contactless-credit-card-made-from-recycled-boeing-747-jumbo-jet/)  Metal credit cards are not only luxurious but also sustainable, as Delta proves with the limited-edition versions of its SkyMiles Reserve and Reserve Business American Express cards. These [contactless credit cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobranded-credit-card) are the first of their kind to be made with [recycled aircraft metal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atlanta-airport-chairs); these credit cards feature 25% metal from a retired Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet (Delta Ship #6307.) The cards are paired with a welcome kit that connects cardholders to an [augmented reality experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastercard-ai-card-design-studio) for learning more about the history of the aircraft and how the card was manufactured. As Delta describes, "Delta Ship #6307 holds special meaning for many Delta customers and employees; this aircraft has provided transport to US service men and women, evacuated travelers from Florida during Hurricane Irma, united families and friends and transported travelers to bucket-list destinations all over the globe.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Recycled Metal Cards:** The use of recycled metal in luxury and sustainable products presents an opportunity for eco-friendly innovations. - **Augmented Reality Experiences:** Connecting products to an engaging augmented reality experience can improve user experience and create a unique selling point. - **Memory-infused Products:** Incorporating meaningful history or stories into products adds an emotional value that can increase brand loyalty. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Financial Services:** The financial services industry can innovate by incorporating sustainable materials into premium products. - **Technology:** Innovations in augmented reality technology can be applied to a variety of industries to enhance user experience. - **Travel and Tourism:** Memory-infused products and experiences can appeal to travelers seeking more emotional and meaningful travel experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Custom Metal Credit Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-co-skin.md) - [Upcycled Aircraft Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emirates-4.md) - [Luxurious Airline Credit Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qatar-airways-2.md) - [Upcycled Aircraft Luggages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emirates-2.md) - [Updated Credit Card Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platinum-card.md) - [Eco-Friendly Credit Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rei-coop-mastercard.md) - [Unbreakable Metallic Cryptocurrency Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material-bitcoin-card.md) - [Secure Card Recycling Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/card-recycling-system.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Bejeweled Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billionaire-card.md)