Delta took $200 million hit from longest government shutdown in history, filings reveal | Fortune
A 43-day air traffic controller shutdown caused widespread flight cancellations and delays, boosting refunds, slowing bookings, and contributing to Delta's per-share loss.
Delta says the shutdown travel chaos that canceled thousands of flights cost it $200 million
Delta Air Lines expects a $200 million profit hit from flight disruptions caused by the longest US government shutdown, which forced thousands of cancellations.
Reopening the government won't immediately restore smooth air travel; FAA staffing, controller fatigue, and mandated flight reductions will keep flight disruptions in place through Thanksgiving.
US airports will take months to recover from the government shutdown
Government shutdown-related air traffic staffing cuts are forcing FAA flight reductions up to 10–15%, risking severe delays and cancellations before Thanksgiving.
