I think everyone is over-thinking this: Delta probably received bids with some simple requirements (screen size, resolution, PDF/document capabilities, battery

I think everyone is over-thinking this: Delta probably received bids with some simple requirements (screen size, resolution, PDF/document capabilities, battery life, etc.) Microsoft strikes discounted price deal coupling it as a marketing opportunity. Why WOULDN'T Delta use the Surface if they can get it for significantly cheaper than other alternatives, plus it still has the ability to be expanded in the future (automatically file syncing, user permissions, communication, etc.)