The new policy covers all premium and economy tickets with the exception of Basic Economy for any flights starting in North or South America.

In partnership with the Transportation Security Administration, Delta is launching the first facial recognition option for domestic travelers.

Delta Air Lines has extended its policy of blocking middle seats through the end of March 2021, which would leave it the sole U.S. carrier with such a policy well into next year.

The rollout will begin in the southeastern United States this month, then expand to locations throughout the rest of the U.S. and Canada.