(August 2, 2004) - For a limited time, Delta AirElite is offering their Membership Balance Assurance (MBA) program at no cost to all new and renewing Fleet Membership and Flexjet Membership members. This special promotion is yet another benefit that Delta AirElite can offer jet card users. The program provides members with the assurance that their membership balance is secure. Since jet card programs typically require members to pre-pay, AirElite is offering this benefit free of charge to prospective and renewing members to reinforce the difference customers can experience. Delta AirElite offers the MBA program in partnership with The Provident Bank. As members purchase their card, their membership balance is placed in a Provident Bank escrow account.

As the membership hours are used, funds to cover the flight charges are released to Delta AirElite, guaranteeing that the balance of the member's investment is always secure. The company introduced its Fleet Membership program in February 2003. It offers 25, 50, and 100 hours of occupied flight time in the member's choice of a light, midsize, or large cabin jet. The hours never expire and members have an option to exit the program at any time.