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US Big Four: Q1 results round-up

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US Big Four: Q1 results round-up

The US Big Four have all now reported their Q1 results. The Engine Cowl summarizes the key takeaways: United Airlines leads in margin performance United Airlines was #1 for profitability with a 6.8% operating margin, up from 4.6% last year. Meanwhile, Southwest Airlines delivered a remarkable turnaround, swinging

Delta Air Lines says premium revenue remains resilient despite Iran conflict

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Delta Air Lines says premium revenue remains resilient despite Iran conflict

Delta Air Lines looked to reaffirm its confidence that premium revenue strength will continue despite the conflict in Iran.

Delta Air Lines opposes Philippine Airlines’ Chicago service until it gets approval for its Los Angeles-Manila flights

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Delta Air Lines opposes Philippine Airlines’ Chicago service until it gets approval for its Los Angeles-Manila flights

Delta Air Lines plans for its Los Angeles to Manila service to begin during the summer 2027 season.

Delta Air Lines adds Hawaii capacity, to begin Minneapolis-Maui flights

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Delta Air Lines adds Hawaii capacity, to begin Minneapolis-Maui flights

When Delta Air Lines last flew Boston to Honolulu, its load factors never went above 70%.

Delta Air Lines adjusts fleet plans, expects 27 Boeing 737 MAX 10s in 2027

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Delta Air Lines adjusts fleet plans, expects 27 Boeing 737 MAX 10s in 2027

At the end of 2024, Delta Air Lines expected to welcome its first 737 MAX 10s and A350-1000s in 2026.

American Airlines’ distribution costs kept rising as it clawed back revenue indirect share from sales and distribution

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American Airlines’ distribution costs kept rising as it clawed back revenue indirect share from sales and distribution

In comparison, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines spent the same or even less on distribution costs in 2025 compared to 2024.

Delta Air Lines set to almost double its Airbus A350 fleet with latest Airbus order

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Delta Air Lines set to almost double its Airbus A350 fleet with latest Airbus order

Delta Air Lines' latest order includes the purchase of 16 A330-900 and 15 A350-900 aircraft, as well as 20 options.

Delta’s premium ticket revenue exceeds Main Cabin ticket revenue for the first time

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Delta’s premium ticket revenue exceeds Main Cabin ticket revenue for the first time

For the first time in its history, Delta Air Lines' quarterly ticket revenues mainly come from its premium cabins.

Delta Air Lines orders up to 60 Boeing 787-10 as premium-heavy replacement for older widebodies

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Delta Air Lines orders up to 60 Boeing 787-10 as premium-heavy replacement for older widebodies

Delta Air Lines will once again take delivery of new Boeing widebody aircraft, which are premium-heavy 787-10s.

American carriers concerned about losing slots, possibilities for Alaska or Southwest to begin flights to Dublin

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American carriers concerned about losing slots, possibilities for Alaska or Southwest to begin flights to Dublin

Dublin Airport's (DUB) 32 million passenger cap continues to anger and concern airlines on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.

Delta, United acquire stakes in newly merged Republic Airways

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Delta, United acquire stakes in newly merged Republic Airways

The combined entity should operate over 8,300 weekly departures on behalf of American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines in December.

Delta’s CEO says United Airlines is doing its best to copy Delta

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Delta’s CEO says United Airlines is doing its best to copy Delta

Was it a back-handed compliment?

Aeromexico, Delta secure stay motion vs DOT in its JV case

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Aeromexico, Delta secure stay motion vs DOT in its JV case

The Department of Transportation (DOT) wanted Aeromexico and Delta to dismantle the JV by January 1, 2026.

US airlines call to ensure that aviation does not become collateral damage amid policy disagreements

US airlines call to ensure that aviation does not become collateral damage amid policy disagreements

A4A pointed out that the FAA had $5 billion

Delta & Aeromexico ask court to keep their JV; say ‘highly likely’ they will win case

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Delta & Aeromexico ask court to keep their JV; say ‘highly likely’ they will win case

The DOT previously ordered Delta and Aeroméxico to dismantle their JV by January 1, 2026.

Delta promises to be more aggressive in the transatlantic market in 2026

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Delta promises to be more aggressive in the transatlantic market in 2026

One of Delta Air Lines' focus areas will be filling the Main Cabin earlier in the booking curve.

Delta’s Main-to-Premium quarterly revenue gap narrows to $267M

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Delta’s Main-to-Premium quarterly revenue gap narrows to $267M

The difference between Delta Air Lines' main and premium cabin revenues was $973 million in Q3 2024.

One injured as two Delta CRJ900s collide at New York LaGuardia Airport

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One injured as two Delta CRJ900s collide at New York LaGuardia Airport

The two Delta Connection CRJ900s collided while taxiing at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

Air France and KLM aircraft tails at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

Air France and Delta Air Lines ditch KLM’s ground handling services at Amsterdam Schiphol

KLM is currently reviewing the impact of Air France and Delta Air Lines' decision.

NTSB: Three climb/descent cycles resulted in multiple injuries on a Delta Air Lines flight in July

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NTSB: Three climb/descent cycles resulted in multiple injuries on a Delta Air Lines flight in July

The NTSB said that 24 of the 246 passengers were evacuated by emergency services, while 18 were transported to local hospitals.