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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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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 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
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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