Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said the airline tested Starlink’s technology about six years ago, but disagreements over deployment timelines and customer access blocked a deal, though he remains a fan of the service. Delta has since chosen Amazon Leo for in-flight Wi-Fi, after Elon Musk criticized its internet service and warned it could “lose customers.” In the third quarter, Delta posted adjusted EPS of $1.72 versus $1.76 expected and revenue of $17.59 billion versus $18.92 billion, as fuel expenses jumped 62% to $4.14 billion. The airline cut its 2026 adjusted EPS forecast to $5.10–$5.60 from $6.50–$7.50, and DAL stock is up 18% year-to-date.
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