Delta to Launch NDC Across Major GDS Platforms by 2026 (rustourismnews.com)

Delta Air Lines will launch New Distribution Capability content through Sabre, Amadeus and Travelport before the end of 2026, while allowing agencies to continue using legacy systems. The rollout includes flight shopping, ticketing, cancellations, private fares and corporate travel benefits, with quarterly updates planned after launch. Unlike American Airlines' earlier strategy, Delta will not force agencies to switch, as about 88% of indirect bookings still use legacy EDIFACT technology.