CINCINNATI, Aug. 31, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Delta AirElite, Delta's (NYSE:DAL) private jet charter and aircraft management service, is partnering with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, North America's largest car rental company, to offer premier benefits to Delta AirElite Fleet Members and charter customers. Benefits of the agreement to Delta AirElite customers include:
-- No Wait -- Customers will receive complimentary wing-to-wheel
service with free vehicle delivery and pick-up at most general
aviation locations.
-- Preferred Rates -- Customers will have access to special Delta
AirElite corporate rates.
-- Upgrades -- Complimentary "Luxury Class" upgrades from Premium
Class rentals when available.
-- Dedicated Hotline -- Access to a dedicated national phone
reservations center for general aviation reservations.
In addition, Delta AirElite Fleet Members will be offered expedited online reservations through a special Enterprise Rent-A-Car Web site, designed specifically for Delta AirElite Fleet Members, featuring enhanced general aviation and FBO reservation features. Enterprise offers the largest, most comprehensive service to general aviation airports and FBOs throughout North America.
"Delta AirElite is focused on providing our customers with the most seamless and convenient travel experience available," said Michael B. Green, president and chief executive officer of Delta AirElite. "Enterprise Rent-A-Car has a proven track record of service and commitment to the private jet travelers. From the professionalism and enthusiasm of their employees, to their vast network and coverage of the airports we serve, we are confident that this relationship will enhance and streamline our customers' travel experiences."
"Enterprise has placed a strong emphasis on expanding its service capabilities in the general aviation community," said Pat Malone, assistant vice president -- corporate business of Enterprise Rent-A-Car. "Our partnership with Delta AirElite, one of the industry's most respected charter operators, underscores this commitment to our general aviation customers."
Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Delta AirElite were introduced by the American Express(r) Company who enjoys strong relationships with both leading companies. Both companies welcome American Express cards.
One of the benefits of a strong relationship with American Express is the community of merchants with whom American Express has direct relationships and the fact that American Express shares those relationships for the benefit of other merchants in the network.
"We actively look to forge relationships among our merchants," said Rocco Laterzo, Senior Vice President/General Manager of Establishment Services at American Express. "It's one of the many ways in which American Express differentiates the value that we deliver to our merchant partners. Our cardmembers also directly benefit from this strong commitment displayed by our merchants in the form of increased benefits."
About Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the largest rental car company in North America. It operates more than 700,000 Rental and Fleet Services vehicles worldwide and is an $8 billion company. Last year, Enterprise opened more than 500 new locations, increasing its total locations to more than 6,000. Enterprise is currently number 16 on the Forbes "500 Largest Private Companies in America" list. For more information about Enterprise visit www.enterprise.com.
About Delta AirElite Business Jets
Delta AirElite Business Jets is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL), providing aircraft charter, aircraft management and its innovative Fleet Membership and Flexjet Membership programs. With more than 20 years of serving business aviation travelers, Delta AirElite is the only business jet operator owned by a major U.S. airline. The company operates a diverse fleet of Bombardier Challenger, Learjet, Gulfstream, Hawker and Cessna aircraft. For more information, please call 877-DAE-JETS (877-323-5387) or visit www.AirElite.com.
About American Express
American Express Company is a diversified worldwide travel, network, and financial services provider founded in 1850. It is a leader in charge and credit cards, Travelers Cheques, travel, financial planning, investment products, insurance and international banking.
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