Miami Airport Plans 17 New Gates in $1 Billion American Airlines Expansion

Delta Air Lines (DAL) cut its full-year profit outlook, citing a 62% rise in fuel costs. Shares fell 3%, while United (UAL) and American Airlines (AAL) also declined. Delta's Q3 earnings missed expectations, with adjusted EPS at $1.72. The company's premium cabins and loyalty programs partially offset the impact. Fuel costs are expected to rise further next quarter.

American Airlines expanded its deal with SpaceX to equip its entire mainline fleet of over 1,030 aircraft with Starlink satellite internet, starting in 2027. This follows United Airlines' similar commitment, leaving Delta as the only major U.S. airline not using Starlink, according to the company.

Delta Air Lines reported Q3 adjusted EPS of $1.72, missing estimates, but revenue beat expectations. It cut 2026 guidance to $5.10-$5.60 EPS due to higher fuel costs. Delta plans to absorb a $6B fuel cost increase. American Airlines (AAL), which lacks a refinery, faces similar pressures and cut its 2026 outlook in July. AAL shares traded lower.

American Airlines has banned involuntary passenger bumping, delaying flights if necessary. The new policy allows volunteers to be rebooked on the next flight, even if seats are not available. According to the airline, involuntary bumping decreased 55% year-over-year in Q2 and 85% in Q3. American and its regional partners accounted for 14,758 of the 24,596 total involuntary denied boardings last year, per DOT data.

American Airlines plans to equip its entire main fleet (over 1,000 jets) with SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service, starting next year. The upgrade aims to offer passengers speeds up to 1Gb/terminal for activities like streaming and working. United and Southwest Airlines are also adopting Starlink, while Delta will use Amazon's Leo service. American expects the enhancement to attract more of its 165M+ annual customers.

American Airlines plans to equip its entire mainline fleet, over 1,000 aircraft, with SpaceX's Starlink in-flight connectivity by early 2027. The airline aims to enhance customer experience with high-speed internet, following previous partnerships with Viasat and SES.