Delta is also still building out its RFID-based tracking system, which allows customers to follow checked bags through the Fly Delta app in almost real time. Carry-Ons Stay Budget-Friendly, But Checked Bags Will Cost MoreCredit: ShutterstockNot every important baggage point for Delta passengers in 2026 is a novel, headline-making development. This is exactly the kind of place where AI baggage handling and the shorter two-hour claim window fit in. Subscribe to our newsletter for Delta baggage insights Want clearer guidance on Delta baggage changes? These moves take yet another step to improve baggage handling for customers.