- Deadline: Delta SkyMiles card offers expire April 1, 2026; up to 125,000 bonus SkyMiles on Reserve/Reserve Business and other cards, plus MQD toward Medallion status. - Status impact: earning Platinum Medallion now can lock in status through Jan 31, 2028; four Delta AmEx cards can yield up to $10,000 MQD per year toward status. - Caveats: personal-card bonuses are restricted by 'family' welcome-bonus rules; business cards may still be eligible; verify terms and fees.

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