Delta Air Lines has significantly expanded its pilot training capabilities with the opening of a new $50 million facility in Salt Lake City. This marks the airline's first training center outside its headquarters in Atlanta, as reported by FOX 13. The state-of-the-art facility covers nearly 50,000 square feet and is equipped with advanced aviation technology, including four simulation bays designed to meet the rigorous demands of pilot training.

This move by Delta is seen as a "major step forward" for the company, with the new center housing not only the simulation bays but also additional training amenities such as four procedure training rooms, 10 briefing rooms, and seven classrooms, According to KSL, the new facility plans for future growth which is apparent in its allocation of expansion space capable of accommodating up to six more flight simulators and four additional classrooms. The presence of Delta's training center is expected to have a noticeable impact on the local economy, with plans laid out to allot approximately $100,000 a month for hotel accommodations to service the estimated 350 pilots who are slated to train there monthly starting in 2025.

Highlighting the collaborative nature of this venture, Delta executives underlined the important role played by Salt Lake City and the state of Utah, with one representative stating “This is about our commitment to quality pilot training, but it’s also about our great partnership with Salt Lake City and the state of Utah and we wouldn’t be here without that partnership,” as obtained by KSL TV. The launch of the facility not only underscores the airline's dedication to high-caliber pilot training but also emphasizes the symbiotic relationship Delta has fostered with the local community.