CNBC
07 Jun 2026, 17:47 UTC · 5d ago
'Bring 'em on': Most profitable airline Delta wants United's crown over the Pacific, too.
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CNBC
07 Jun 2026, 17:47 UTC · 5d ago
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Delta Air Lines aims to displace United Airlines as the leading U.S. carrier in the trans-Pacific market. — Aggressive expansion into high-margin long-haul routes suggests a strategic pivot to capture a larger share of the most profitable international segments.
+0.40Delta intends to leverage its joint venture with Korean Air, which is currently merging with Asiana Airlines, to expand its Asian footprint. — The merger of partner airlines provides Delta with structural advantages and increased network capacity in the Pacific region.
+0.30United Airlines currently holds a significant revenue lead in the trans-Pacific market, generating $6.89 billion compared to Delta's $2.79 billion. — Establishes the current competitive baseline and highlights the significant gap Delta must close to achieve its goals.
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The U.S. domestic air travel market is considered mature with limited room for significant annual growth. — Indicates that future growth for major carriers is dependent on international expansion rather than domestic market share gains.
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Reported as the nation's most profitable carrier with $5 billion in net profit and clear expansion goals.
Maintains a dominant trans-Pacific revenue lead and is investing heavily in technology and aircraft.
Mentioned as a joint venture partner for Delta and is currently merging with Asiana Airlines.
Mentioned as part of a lucrative partnership that helps Delta position itself as a luxury airline.
[mutual] Delta and United are primary rivals competing for the leading position in the U.S. and trans-Pacific airline markets.
[mutual] Delta has a joint venture with Korean Air.
[mutual] Delta has a lucrative partnership with American Express.
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