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Delta is canceling flights at East Coast hubs ahead of Winter Storm Hernando and encouraging customers to move flights at no charge; the airline will automatically rebook to the next best itinerary, with options to change via the Delta app or delta.com, prioritizing safety.
Delta cancels flights at East Coast hubs (BOS, JFK, LGA) ahead of Winter Storm Hernando and offers no-charge rebooking, automatically rerouting customers to the next best itinerary via the Delta app or delta.com.
Delta will fly seven brand-new Airbus A321neos with a 44-seat first-class cabin (11 rows) on four Atlanta-origin routes starting June 7, a temporary arrangement as Delta works toward 16 lie-flat Delta One suites pending regulatory approval; the aircraft also includes 54 extra-legroom Comfort seats and 66 economy seats, with bookings opening Feb. 21 for the summer schedule.
A newly released video shows a passenger with a meat cleaver in a shopping bag passing TSA screening and boarding a Delta flight to Salt Lake City. After a flight attendant spotted the weapon, the captain announced a security issue, all passengers deboarded for re-screening, and the flight was delayed about three hours; the passenger later told authorities he bought the cleaver cheaply and was not charged, subsequently catching another flight.
Delta says Winter Storm Fern will cause flight cancellations in North Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee and has expanded waivers for Eastern North America and the central/southeastern U.S. Travelers can be automatically rebooked or manage changes via the Delta app or delta.com; standby lists are available, staffing adjustments are being made, and refunds are offered for domestic delays of three hours or more (six hours for certain international delays) if travelers choose not to fly. Check flight status regularly via the Delta app or Delta.com to minimize disruption.
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian says President Trump’s plan to cap credit card interest at 10% would shrink banks’ lending ability and freeze credit lines, hurting lower-income borrowers and potentially upending airline loyalty card revenue; with a Jan. 20 compliance deadline, the policy could ripple through the industry, and Delta’s stock reacted as the carrier tempered its 2026 outlook.
Delta Air Lines reported Q4 2025 revenue of $16.0B and full-year $63.4B, with Q4 operating income of $1.5B (9.2% margin) and full-year $5.8B (9.2%); GAAP EPS was $1.86 in Q4 and $7.66 for 2025, and operating cash flow was $2.3B in Q4 and $8.3B for the year. The airline highlighted $5B pre-tax profit, record $4.6B free cash flow, $1.3B profit sharing, and guided about 20% earnings growth in 2026, with debt and finance leases totaling $14.1B at year-end.
Delta Air Lines placed a direct order with Boeing for up to 60 787 Dreamliners (30 firm with option for 30 more) to support long-haul international growth and modernize its widebody fleet, bringing its Boeing order book to 130 aircraft (alongside a separate order for 100 737-10s). The 787-10 can carry up to 336 passengers and uses about 25% less fuel than the aircraft it replaces, enabling expansion on transatlantic and South American routes and improving efficiency and passenger experience.
Delta Air Lines will add 30 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners to its widebody fleet, introducing a new aircraft type to support international growth, offering about 25% better fuel efficiency per seat, larger premium cabins and enhanced onboard amenities powered by GE’s GEnx engines as part of a broader fleet modernization and international expansion plan.
Glen Hauenstein, Delta's president and a key figure in transforming the airline into an industry profit leader with a focus on premium travel, is retiring in February after 18 years with the company. He will serve as a strategic advisor until 2026, with Delta promoting Joe Esposito to chief commercial officer. Hauenstein's strategies included expanding Delta's international network and increasing revenue from premium services, helping Delta outperform competitors in profitability.
Delta Air Lines is launching the first-ever direct flights from the U.S. to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in strengthening US-Saudi relations and supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to boost tourism and diversify its economy. Despite initial hesitations due to historical tensions, Delta CEO Ed Bastian believes the route will gain popularity as more Americans discover Riyadh's attractions and hospitality. The new route connects Atlanta to Riyadh, with strategic cooperation between Delta and Saudi's Riyadh Air, aiming to enhance global connectivity and economic growth.
A Delta flight attendant accidentally deployed an emergency slide on an Airbus A220 at Pittsburgh, costing between $50,000 and $70,000, disrupting the flight and highlighting the risks of inadvertent slide deployments in aviation.
Delta Air Lines' recent financial results highlight a significant shift in passenger preferences, with premium seat sales expected to surpass main cabin sales by 2026, driven by increased demand from wealthier travelers and strategic focus on profitable routes, signaling a robust outlook for the airline industry.
Delta Air Lines reported strong Q3 earnings driven by improved travel demand, with stock rising 7%, despite ongoing airport delays caused by staff shortages during the government shutdown, which have affected major airports nationwide.
Delta CEO Ed Bastian stated that the airline's operations are currently unaffected by the federal government shutdown, but if it continues beyond 10 days, disruptions may occur due to ongoing air traffic controller shortages and staffing issues, which have already caused delays and raised concerns in the aviation industry.