Delta to sell ‘Basic Business’ fares in Delta One and other premium cabins starting in September

According to CNBC, Delta Air Lines is introducing a new “basic” fare for business and first-class cabins, including Delta One lie-flat long-haul seats, under the name Basic Business. Delta said Wednesday the tickets go on sale Wednesday for flights starting in September and will be offered only in select markets, though it did not specify which. Customers buying the basic premium fares will have seats assigned at check-in, earn fewer miles, pay fees for changes or cancellations, and won’t have same-day standby or confirmed flight changes; the fares also come without perks such as free seat selection and airport lounge access. CNBC reported that Delta’s former president Glen Hauenstein said on an earnings call last July that the segmentation used in main cabin would be extended to premium cabins over time, and Delta reports second-quarter results on Friday.