Delta Air Lines and DraftKings Launch SkyPicks In-Flight Sports Prediction Contest

DraftKings Sportsbook and Delta Air Lines have introduced SkyPicks, a free in‑flight sports prediction contest available to eligible passengers on U.S. domestic flights equipped with Wi‑Fi. Launched on July 29, the program lets Delta SkyMiles members aged 21 and older submit predictions on MLB games, with NFL matchups to follow later in the year. Participation requires signing in with a DraftKings account; there are no entry fees, deposits, or wagering, and winners receive Delta gift cards.

The partnership is presented as a way to extend fan engagement beyond the stadium. DraftKings Chief Commercial Officer Jeremy Elbaum said the collaboration “reimagines what sports engagement can look like while traveling,” while Delta’s Chief Marketing and Product Officer Ranjan Goswami highlighted the “fun, free‑to‑play” experience for SkyMiles members. SkyPicks operates through the airline’s onboard Wi‑Fi portal and is not linked to seat‑back entertainment systems.