CNN —Delta Air Lines is easing off some recent changes to its SkyMiles loyalty program that sparked criticism from frequent flyers.
Fundamentally, Wednesday’s announcement keeps in place a significant overhaul announced just last month that transitioned the loyalty program from miles-based to spending-based.
But the airline will make it easier for frequent flyers to reach certain rewards thresholds than the original changes.
Last month, Delta CEO Ed Bastian pledged modifications to the program, but downplayed customer frustrations.
Bastian said Delta gained so many elite status holders that demand for premium services, including lounge access at airports, overwhelmed the company.
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