TLDR Delta and DraftKings launched SkyPicks on July 29, a free in-flight sports prediction contest. Passengers must be 21 or older SkyMiles members on Wi-Fi equipped domestic flights to join. Winners receive Delta gift cards instead of cash, since real-money betting stays banned in the air. The game requires a DraftKings account, giving the company a new way to reach travelers. Contests start with MLB games, with NFL matchups planned for later this year.
Delta and DraftKings have launched their long-awaited in-flight game after more than a year of speculation. The two companies unveiled SkyPicks on July 29. It is a free sports prediction contest built for airline passengers.
The game lets eligible travelers guess the outcomes of real sporting events. Winners receive Delta gift cards based on how accurate their picks are.
How the Contest Works
SkyPicks is open to SkyMiles members aged 21 and older. It only works on Wi-Fi equipped domestic flights within the United States.
Passengers open the contest through Delta Sync on a phone or laptop. They then answer questions about an upcoming or live sporting event.
Questions might ask who will score first or which team will win. Some rounds include a tiebreaker question about the final score.
Players who climb the leaderboard with correct answers can win Delta gift cards. New contests will run several times each week.
The early schedule focuses on MLB games. NFL contests are expected once the football season begins later this year.
No real money or SkyMiles can be wagered at any point. The contest is built entirely around free predictions and gift card prizes.
This structure helps the companies stay clear of federal rules. The Gambling Devices Act of 1962 bans gambling on U.S. commercial flights.
To play, passengers need a DraftKings account. They