Delta Pilot Cards Series 5 (2016)
Delta 2016 #40 Boeing 717
Delta 2016 #40 Boeing 717 Back
Delta 2016 #41 Boeing 737
Delta 2016 #41 Boeing 737 Back
Delta 2016 #42 Boeing 747
Delta 2016 #42 Boeing 747 Back
Delta 2016 #43 Boeing 757
Delta 2016 #43 Boeing 757 Back
Delta 2016 #44 Boeing 767
Delta 2016 #44 Boeing 767 Back
Delta 2016 #45 Boeing 777
Delta 2016 #45 Boeing 777 Back
Delta 2016 #46 Airbus A320
Delta 2016 #46 Airbus A320 Back
Delta 2016 #47 Airbus A330
Delta 2016 #47 Airbus A330 Back
Delta 2016 #48 MD 88/90
Delta 2016 #48 MD 88/90 Back
Delta 2016 #49 Airbus A350
Delta 2016 #49 Airbus A350 Back
Delta 2016 #50 CRJ-900
Delta 2016 #50 CRJ-900 Back
Delta 2016 #51 “767-400”
Delta 2016 #51 “767-400” Back
Delta 2016 #51 “CS-100”
Delta 2016 #51 “CS-100” Back
Delta 2016 #51 “A220” Horizontal
Delta 2016 #51 “A220” Horizontal Back
Delta 2016 #51 “A220” Vertical
Delta 2016 #51 “A220” Vertical Back
Delta 2016 #51 “A220-100”
Delta 2016 #51 “A220-100” Back
About This Project
2016 Delta Aircraft Cards: Artistic and Glossy
A New Level of Sophistication in Design
The 2016 edition of Delta Aircraft Cards marked a significant evolution in the series, featuring a glossy, artistic finish and elegantly rounded corners. These design choices not only gave the cards a modern and sophisticated look but also enhanced the visual appeal of the aircraft imagery.
Glossy Finish and Thoughtful Design Changes
Moving away from the holographic elements of the previous series, the 2016 set focused on a high-quality glossy texture, which brought the images to life with vivid colors and sharp details. Additionally, the relocation of the card number to the back allowed for a more streamlined and uncluttered presentation of the aircraft on the front.
| Image | Year | Card Number | Aircraft |
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2016 | 40 | 717 |
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2016 | 41 | 737-800 |
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2016 | 42 | 747-400 |
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2016 | 43 | 757-300 |
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2016 | 44 | 767-300ER |
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2016 | 45 | 777-200LR |
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2016 | 46 | A320 |
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2016 | 47 | A330-300 |
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2016 | 48 | MD 88/90 |
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2016 | 49 | A350 |
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2016 | 50 | CRJ-900 |
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2016 | 51 | 767-400ER |
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2016 | 51C | CS-100 |
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2016 | 51H | A220 HORIZONTAL |
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2016 | 51V | A220 VERTICAL |
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2016 | 51H100 | A220-100 |
The Intriguing Saga of Card #51
One of the most captivating aspects of the 2016 series was the complex and somewhat confusing organization surrounding card #51, making it a particular point of interest for collectors:
- #51C (CS100): Initially representing the CS-100, this card became a rarity when Delta changed its aircraft purchase plans.
- #51 (Boeing 747-400ER): Adding to the intrigue, another #51 card featured the Boeing 747-400ER, further complicating the collection and making it a collector’s puzzle to unravel.
- #51H (A220): The main image showcasing the A220 in a horizontal format.
- #51V (A220 Vertical): Redesigned to feature the A220 in a vertical layout after Delta opted for this model instead.
- #51H100 (A220-100): A subsequent reprint specifying the A220-100 variant.
This array of six alternate #51 cards, with their various aircraft representations and design formats, transformed the 2016 set into a collector’s challenge and a fascinating chapter in the story of Delta’s trading cards.
