Delta Air Lines Plans Minneapolis–St. Paul A350 Base for Early 2027

Delta Air Lines plans to open an Airbus A350 base at Minneapolis–St. Paul (MSP) in early 2027, as reported by Simple Flying on 18 September 2026.

The article notes that a deeper MSP footprint could unlock seasonal long-haul links and modernize aircraft on key transatlantic routes.

Air Canada recently selected up to 16 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, highlighting continued demand for the type.

In related A350 developments, United Airlines is dealing with a Rolls-Royce engine durability dispute that puts 45 of its A350s at risk, per another Simple Flying article.