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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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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 on Thursday warned an ongoing partial government shutdown could snap air traffic as the busy U.S.

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