Delta CEO says the quiet part out loud: Airlines were a ‘political football' during shutdown.
Delta Chief Executive Ed Bastian didn't mince words in describing how airlines became a bargaining chip during shutdown negotiations.
Delta CEO on workers missing pay: We don't like being a political football
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian backed the FAA's decision to mandate flight cuts during the government shutdown, saying there was "no question" that the conditions posed a safety risk. Bastian expressed frustration with the air travel industry suffering collateral damage during the shutdown, saying the company doesn't like "being a political football.
Flight disruptions from shutdown worsen; Delta, United offer extra pay to crew flights
Air travel disruptions worsened on Monday as the longest-ever U.S. government shutdown continued. Air traffic controllers missed their second paycheck of the shutdown.
US House lawmakers probe Delta Air Lines on use of AI in ticket pricing
A group of two dozen U.S. House Democratic lawmakers asked Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian on Wednesday to answer questions about whether it will use generative artificial intelligence to help set ticket prices.
Investors Heavily Search Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL): Here is What You Need to Know
Delta (DAL) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
Delta Air Lines Stock Looks Ready to Fly to New Highs
The company's industry-leading position, persistent strength, outperformance, cash flow, and value-building capability have its stock price on track to reach new all-time highs, potentially before the year's end.
Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Transportation Stocks Now
Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.
Is Delta the Best Airline Stock to Buy After Its Strong Q3 Results?
As it relates to the three largest airlines in the U.S., Delta (DAL) is making its case as the best one to invest in after delivering strong Q3 results on Thursday morning.
Delta Expects to Get More Revenue from Premium Tickets Than the Main Cabin Soon
The main cabin won't be Delta's main source of revenue for much longer.
Delta Air Lines Earnings Review: Good Quarter, Just Don't Overpay
Delta Air Lines reported strong Q3 results with growing premium ticket revenue, improved cash flow, and reduced debt. DAL's premium strategy is working, but the airline remains highly cyclical and exposed to sudden setbacks, especially given its debt load. Management raised free cash flow guidance and continues to prioritize debt reduction, reinvestment, and shareholder returns.
Delta Q3 Earnings & Revenues Top on Rosy Travel Demand, Low Fuel Costs
DAL's third-quarter profit and revenues surge past estimates, fueled by strong travel demand, higher premium sales and cheaper fuel.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:DAL ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 9, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Company Participants Julie Stewart - Vice President of Investor Relations Ed Bastian - CEO & Director Glen W. Hauenstein - President Daniel Janki - Executive VP & CFO Tim Mapes - Senior VP & Chief Communications Officer Conference Call Participants Duane Pfennigwerth - Evercore ISI Institutional Equities, Research Division Thomas Fitzgerald - TD Cowen, Research Division Catherine O'Brien - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Jamie Baker - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Conor Cunningham - Melius Research LLC Andrew Didora - BofA Securities, Research Division Michael Linenberg - Deutsche Bank AG, Research Division Sheila Kahyaoglu - Jefferies LLC, Research Division Savanthi Syth - Raymond James & Associates, Inc., Research Division Scott Group - Wolfe Research, LLC Ravi Shanker - Morgan Stanley, Research Division Brandon Oglenski - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Thomas Wadewitz - UBS Investment Bank, Research Division David Vernon - Sanford C.
