Just in: Delta confirms Medallion status requirements for 2027

Delta Air Lines will not raise its elite status requirements in 2027, TPG has learned.For the third straight year, the carrier plans to leave its Medallion qualification thresholds unchanged, a spokesperson for the airline confirmed Thursday.That's certainly welcome news to Delta flyers.Last week, two of America's four largest airlines announced significant shakeups to their paths to status.But reaching Delta status in 2027 will look a lot like it did in 2026: SkyMiles members will need to hit the same number of "Medallion Qualifying Dollars" to earn or maintain their status.5,000 MQDs for Silver10,000 MQDs for Gold15,000 MQDs for Platinum28,000 MQDs for DiamondRead more: Last-minute strategies to earn Delta elite statusSEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYEarning MQDsAs a reminder, SkyMiles members earn 1 MQD for every $1 spent on Delta-marketed flights or on Delta Vacation packages. For flights marketed and operated by one of the carrier's eligible partners, MQDs are calculated as a percentage of the distance you fly and the fare class you purchase.Plus, members with a certain Delta-American Express credit cards can earn MQDs via card spending.Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter...