The Big Airlines Lost Money Flying Passengers Last Year. So How Did They All Turn Profits?
Delta, United, American and Southwest—together generated more than $200 billion in revenue last year, but they all lost money actually transporting passengers.All four carriers registered higher cost per available seat mile than passenger revenue per available seat mile in 2024.
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United is halfway done with cabin overhauls, battles rival Delta for best inflight tech
United Airlines is making progress toward its goal of outfitting its entire fleet with an improved cabin experience featuring seatback screens, Bluetooth connectivity and larger overhead storage bins.
US airlines’ 16-year safety record ended with tragedy. There were warnings ahead of the crash
US airlines had gone 16 years without a fatal crash until Wednesday night. But as impressive as that safety record had been, there have been warning signs in recent years of a significant risk of a collision like the one that just killed 67 people.
From Delta Air Lines to Costco, some companies say they'll stick with DEI
The president’s push against diversity programs has led many big employers to announce rollbacks, but others are defending the initiatives as good for business.
Wall Street expects airlines to see sustained demand for travel this year
United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and several other U.S.-based carriers have all given investors strong forecasts for the year.
Airlines are flying high with record earnings as they bounce back from the pandemic
American, Delta, United, and Alaska all announced record results as the biggest airlines continue to recover from the pandemic downturn.
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American Airlines Lags In Big Three Profits
Accelerating travel demand and record fourth-quarter revenues are giving Delta Air Lines and United Airlines confidence for continued momentum this year, while prospects for Ameri
United Airlines Sees Basic Economy—Not Just Premium Seating—as Growth Area
Like rival Delta Air Lines, United Airlines' premium ticket sales are growing. But for the Chicago-based carrier, passengers at the back of the plane are also contributing to its bottom line.
Why Does Delta Air Lines Fly Between Orlando & Miami?
Lastly, a new airline, Southwest Airlines, will be entering the Orlando to Miami travel market, bringing low-cost service to this route. On August 5th, 2025, Southwest will launch new once-daily flights between Orlando and Miami, and the airline will be using its fleet of Boeing 737 family jets, according to Travel + Leisure.
Delta Air Lines, Aeromexico announces new flight routes to start in June between Mexico, US
Aeromexico and Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines announced an expansion of flights to and from Mexico to the United States starting in June.
Southwest Airlines CEO on American Airlines crash in DC: 'Our hearts go out'
Southwest's CEO Bob Jordan said "our hearts go out" to people on the American Airlines flight involved in Wednesday night’s midair collision with a helicopter in the nation’s capital.
Delta Air Lines Will Resume Flights To Tel Aviv In April: United Also Expected
However, while Delta Air Lines confirmed the development, United Airlines reiterated that its flights to Tel Aviv remain suspended.