The 2 NBA Teams That Refused The League’s New Private Jet Fleet In 2026

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For the 2025-2026 NBA season, the league rolled out the most significant overhaul of professional sports travel in decades, replacing its aging fleet of Boeing 757 charters with up to 14 purpose-built Airbus A321neo aircraft operated by Delta Air Lines. The cabins feature lie-flat beds, Comlux VIP interiors, and a level of finish more consistent with private aviation than commercial charter. For the vast majority of the league, it was an unambiguous upgrade, and 28 franchises accepted it without hesitation.