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Delta Air Lines

Delta reshuffles C-suite as longtime operations chief John Laughter to retire

Delta Air Lines announced a leadership reshuffle as EVP and chief of operations John Laughter will retire April 30, 2026 after 30 years. Peter Carter is named president, the CFO will assume operations responsibilities, and a new chief operating officer will oversee day-to-day execution.

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2026-03-05T05:12:11.714508-08:00
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Skift • Gordon Smith

Turkish Airlines Chairman: ‘Disciplined Growth’ Will Define Next Phase

By Skift: Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat tells Skift the airline will prioritize profitability and network quality.

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2026-03-05T10:32:39.823420-08:00
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Reuters

Partial U.S. government shutdown threatens air traffic and airline operations ahead of spring break

By Reuters: Groups representing major U.S. airlines and travel groups warned on Thursday that an ongoing partial government shutdown could snarl air traffic as the busy U.S.

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2026-03-05T09:17:08.139315-08:00
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FlightGlobal • Jon Hemmerdinger

Cuba extends jet-fuel shortages at 10 airports through April 4, prompting flight cancellations

By FlightGlobal: Cuba has extended jet fuel shortage warnings at 10 airports through 4 April, as fuel supply constraints stemming from US sanctions on Venezuelan oil shipments continue to force airlines to cancel services to the Caribbean nation.

2026-03-05T09:02:35.394923-08:00