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Exclusive / Delta to launch direct flights to Saudi Arabia

Delta Air Lines is set to launch direct flights to Saudi Arabia in October, marking the first time a US carrier has flown this route in 25 years. Despite initial softer-than-anticipated ticket sales due to the Iran conflict, Delta views this as temporary and …

Here's Where Delta Air Lines' Airbus A350 Suites Actually Fly Now & Why Award Seats Became 'Unicorns'

Delta Air Lines prioritizes its flagship Airbus A350-900s and A330-900neos, featuring the Delta One Suites, on high-value business routes and major international hubs with strong joint venture connections. Older aircraft, like the Boeing 767-300ER, are deployed to thinner, leisure-focused destinations. This fleet strategy makes …

Can American Airlines (AAL) Close the Profitability Gap With Delta and United?

American Airlines (AAL) is striving to narrow the profitability gap with competitors Delta and United by focusing on several key initiatives. These include expanding premium offerings, modernizing its fleet, improving operational reliability, and growing loyalty programs while reducing debt. Despite these efforts, the airline …

4 Transportation Stocks Positioned to Beat Q2 Earnings Expectations

The second-quarter earnings season for the Zacks Transportation sector kicked off on July 10, with Delta Air Lines DAL exceeding bottom-line estimates. A couple of other S&P 500 components — United Airlines UAL and J.B. Hunt Transport Services JBHT — have also reported quarterly …

Delta Cargo launches new five-day flexible date search

Delta Cargo has introduced a new five-day flexible-date search capability on deltacargo.com, enhancing the online shopping and booking experience for customers. This feature allows users to compare flight options over a five-day period, identify alternative booking opportunities, and plan shipments more efficiently without restarting …

Delta flight diverted to Atlanta over weather concerns

Delta Air Lines Flight 951, bound for New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, was diverted to Atlanta due to severe weather and air traffic control delays. The flight landed in Atlanta at 6:30 p.m. for a brief stop before continuing to New York, …

Shell (LSE:SHEL) Expands Aviation Fuel Supply, Is It Still Below Fair Value?

Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Shell (LSE:SHEL) is back in focus after reaching a five year agreement with Delta Air Lines to expand sustainable aviation fuel capacity and …

Joby and Virgin Atlantic Finalize Deal to Bring Electric Air Taxi Service to the UK

Joby and Virgin Atlantic sign multi-year agreement that builds on Joby's existing exclusivity arrangement with Delta Air Lines London Heathrow and Manchester Airport expected to be among the primary UK connection points, with a plan to extend service across the UK over time Virgin …

Delta Premium Select by Delta Air Lines Inc. - long-haul comfort as a mid-tier bet

Delta Air Lines' Premium Select cabin offers a mid-tier long-haul travel option between Main Cabin and Delta One, featuring wider seats, enhanced dining, and amenities. This product aims to increase unit revenues and attract travelers seeking more comfort without the full business class price, …

Delta Lithium (ASX: DLI) Falls Despite Improving EPS — Is the Stock Nearing a Turning Point?

Shell (LSE:SHEL) Signs Five Year SAF Deal With Delta Across Major U.S. Airports

Find your next quality investment with Simply Wall St's easy and powerful screener, trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Shell (LSE:SHEL) and Delta Air Lines have signed a new five year agreement for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The partnership aims to increase …

Airport lounge crowds and confusion infuriate high-spending flyers

High-spending flyers are becoming increasingly frustrated by overcrowding and confusion at airport lounges. This issue, highlighted in a Bloomberg article, points to a growing problem for premium travelers expecting exclusive amenities. The frustration is particularly noticeable at busy locations like the Delta Sky Club …

17-Hour Nonstop Flights: Delta's 11 New Ultra-Long Routes Revealed [Full List]

Delta Air Lines has confirmed new ultra-long-haul nonstop routes, including Los Angeles to Manila, Los Angeles to Hong Kong, and Atlanta to Riyadh. These additions are part of Delta's 11 longest nonstop flights, with the Johannesburg to Atlanta route remaining the longest at over …

Delta, Shell expand SAF partnership with new five-year deal

Delta Air Lines and Shell have signed a new five-year agreement to significantly expand sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) capacity and infrastructure at five major U.S. airport hubs. This partnership, running through 2030, aims to boost SAF supply and explore next-generation SAF technologies, despite Delta …

All You Need to Know About Delta (DAL) Rating Upgrade to Buy

Delta Air Lines (DAL) appears an attractive pick, as it has been recently upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). This rating change essentially reflects an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices. The Zacks rating …

Cheaper jet fuel won't lower airfares, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian says — here’s why the cost to fly will stay high

Robin Guess/Shutterstock Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue through links in the content below. If you looked at the cost of summer flights and decided to postpone your vacation until prices fall, you might be kicking yourself now. The price …

Is Delta Air Lines (DAL) a Great Value Stock Right Now?

While the proven Zacks Rank places an emphasis on earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find strong stocks, we also know that investors tend to develop their own individual strategies. With this in mind, we are always looking at value, growth, and momentum trends …

Delta Air Lines stock trades steady as Q2 2026 earnings highlight resilient demand and cost headwind

Delta Air Lines (DAL) stock remains steady following strong Q2 2026 earnings, which showcased resilient passenger demand and effective cost management. The airline reported higher revenue and maintained a double-digit operating margin despite rising fuel and labor costs. Strategic investments in fleet modernization, customer …

Delta Air’s Iconic Wrap Dress is Back As ‘Wear Testing’ For Reimagined Uniform Goes Live

Delta Air Lines is bringing back its iconic wrap dress as part of a new "Distinctly Delta" uniform collection, which is currently undergoing extensive wear testing by employees. This revival comes after negative employee feedback on previous uniform designs and aims to address issues …

Why Delta’s CEO Cut Ties With the NRA in 2018—and Has 'No Regrets'

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian discusses his 2018 decision to cut ties with the NRA following the Parkland shooting, a move he made without regrets despite the scrutiny. The article highlights the balance corporate leaders must strike in navigating political issues and the …

How Alaska Airlines & Delta's Partnership Turned Into an Airline War

This article examines the evolution of the relationship between Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines, which began as a partnership but escalated into a fierce rivalry. The piece, presented as a video summary, specifically explores how Seattle became the battleground for their competition and …

Delta Air Lines Cancels The Most Flights Worldwide As New Travel Warnings Are Issued For Its Major Hubs

Delta Air Lines experienced significant flight cancellations and delays over the weekend, leading to it having the most canceled flights worldwide. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in the Northeast, particularly impacting its New York and Atlanta hubs, were cited as major causes, compounded by …

Premium Flyers Are Already Boycotting Delta’s Basic Business Class — Here's Why

Delta's introduction of "Basic Business Class" has been met with significant backlash from premium and loyal customers. The new fare-class, which offers lower prices but strips away key perks like lounge access, seat selection, and complimentary upgrades, is seen by many as a "debundling" …

Delta Air Lines Cuts 25 Transatlantic Destinations: See All Major Flight Changes Now

Delta Air Lines has significantly reduced its transatlantic network, cutting 24 airports from its schedule between January 2006 and March 2027. These cuts include six destinations in Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East, such as Mumbai and Dubai, and 18 European airports like …

Prediction: Delta Air Lines Stock Will Prove Wall Street Right and Hit $100 by 2028

An analyst predicts Delta Air Lines stock will reach $100 by 2028, echoing Wall Street's $108 target. The prediction is based on Delta's expected free cash flow of $3 billion to $4 billion in 2026, which suggests a valuation akin to a mature industrial …

Lobbying Update: $1,460,000 of DELTA AIR LINES INC lobbying was just disclosed

DELTA AIR LINES INC (DAL) recently disclosed $1,460,000 in lobbying expenditures for Q2 2026, covering a wide range of issues including international air service rights, appropriations acts, clean energy provisions, and aviation security. The report also details significant insider selling activity, with various executives …

American Airlines CEO plan to close profit gap with Delta, United

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to close a significant profit gap with competitors Delta and United. This plan includes investing in a major lounge expansion and a new wide-body aircraft order, with a focus on attracting higher-spending premium travelers. …

Delta Air Lines Adds First-Ever Nonstop LAX-Manila Service

Delta Air Lines is launching its first-ever nonstop service from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Manila (MNL) starting March 28, 2027, making it the only U.S. carrier to offer a direct route. The service will initially operate three times weekly before increasing to …

Delta Air Lines stock finds support after Q2 earnings as travel demand stays resilient

Delta Air Lines' Q2 2026 earnings report shows strong support for its stock, driven by resilient travel demand and double-digit revenue growth. The airline balanced profitability and debt reduction while emphasizing its loyalty program and fleet modernization. Investors are focusing on the company's ability …

Delta Air Lines Stock Absorbed a $2 Billion Fuel Hit. It Guided to 20% EPS Growth Anyway.

How Delta Cut Payroll by 50% Without a Single Furlough During the Pandemic

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian explains how the company navigated the unprecedented challenges of the global Covid-19 pandemic. He details the strategies that enabled Delta to reduce its payroll by 50% without resorting to a single employee furlough. This approach was guided by …

American Airlines plans upgrades and new planes to close profit gap with rivals United and Delta.

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom announced plans to enhance the customer experience through cabin and lounge upgrades and a new wide-body plane order to close the profit gap with United and Delta. The airline aims to attract higher-spending travelers and increase earnings, despite challenges …

Delta Air Lines Broke A Decade Of Airbus Widebody Loyalty To Give Boeing 1 Order

Delta Air Lines has placed a significant order for 30 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, with options for 30 more, marking a departure from its decade-long exclusive reliance on Airbus for widebody aircraft. This strategic move aims to diversify its fleet, mitigate supply chain risks, and …

Delta Air Lines stock trades steadily as strong Q2 earnings and resilient travel demand support valu

Delta Air Lines' Q2 2026 earnings report shows strong support for its stock, driven by resilient travel demand and double-digit revenue growth. The airline balanced profitability and debt reduction while emphasizing its loyalty program and fleet modernization. Investors are focusing on the company's ability …

Delta Air Lines to resume nonstop Manila–Los Angeles flights in 2027

Delta Air Lines announced it will resume nonstop flights between Manila and Los Angeles starting March 28, 2027, initially three times a week and expanding to daily service by June 7, using Airbus A350-900 aircraft. This move, welcomed by the Philippine Department of Tourism …

Delta and Aeromexico Celebrate First Year of Joint Cooperation Agreement

Delta Air Lines and Grupo Aeroméxico are celebrating the first anniversary of their transborder airline alliance, which has already benefited over seven million passengers. The partnership has significantly improved connectivity with over 1,100 weekly flights on 64 routes between the U.S. and Mexico, launching …