Delta changes uniform policy after employees seen with Palestinian flag pins

Two Delta Air Lines flight attendants seen in a social media post wearing pins depicting the Palestinian flag caused an online uproar, a rogue response from a Delta employee and a change to the company’s uniform policy.The image, reposted on Wednesday, showed the flight attendants in a plane aisle with small Palestinian flag pins affixed to their uniforms. The post characterized the pins as “Hamas badges.” The post prompted a wave of criticism on social media aimed at the airline. Soon after the images were published, the official Delta account on X responded in solidarity. “I hear you as I’d be terrified as well, personally,” read the comment. Soon after, Delta’s reply was gone. “On Wednesday, we removed a reply that was not in line with our values,” Delta said on social media. “We strive for an environment of inclusivity & respect for all, in our communities & our planes. The employee responsible no longer supports Delta’s social channels. We apologize for this hurtful post.” Delta said that, beginning on Monday, it would change its uniform policies so that only U.S. flag pins would be permitted to be worn on uniforms. Previously, pins representing countries and nationalities from around the world had been allowed. “The photographed flight attendants were compliant with Delta uniform guidelines and we’ve been in touch with them to offer support,” a Delta spokeswoman said on Saturday.<br/>