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Delta reshuffles C-suite as long‑time operations chief John Laughter to retire

Delta CEO Ed Bastian announced a C‑suite reshuffle ahead of the planned retirement of EVP, Chief of Operations and Delta TechOps president John Laughter, effective April 30, 2026. The carrier named a new president, chief financial officer and chief operating officer to lead the next phase.

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2026-03-05T05:12:11.714508-08:00
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Breitflyte • Joe Breitfeller

JetBlue launches inaugural service to Destin–Fort Walton Beach (VPS) from New York‑JFK and Boston

By Breitflyte: JetBlue has today announced the launch of inaugural service between New York-JFK and Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida (VPS). Later today, the carrier will also launch new direct service from Boston to VPS.On Thursday (March 5, 2026), JetBlue announced the launch of inaugural service to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) with its first flight from New York (JFK), marking a major milestone for the Emerald Coast and expanding the airline’s growing Florida network.

2026-03-05T06:31:31.094218-08:00