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Delta CEO on 20% Fare Hikes (‘Limited Resistance’) and Starlink (‘No Tit-For-Tat’)

Published 2026-10-09

Delta CEO Ed Bastian said the airline industry will need to find a way to sustain its revenue momentum whenever fuel prices start to recede.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did Delta CEO Ed Bastian say about fare hikes?

Ed Bastian indicated that there has been 'limited resistance' to the recent 20% fare hikes in the airline industry.

How does Delta plan to manage revenue with fluctuating fuel prices?

Bastian emphasized the need for the airline industry to maintain revenue momentum even when fuel prices decrease.

What was mentioned about Starlink in relation to Delta?

Bastian clarified that Delta's approach to Starlink will not involve a 'tit-for-tat' strategy.