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The senator will be at World Headquarters from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday.  More

Conference committee reaches agreement on pension reform
This afternoon, the U.S. House-Senate conference committee came to agreement on pension funding reform legislation. The compromise version includes an airline funding provision that - based on our current understanding - Delta can support.

The legislation could move to the House floor for a vote as early as tonight. The Senate most likely will vote next week. In both cases, Delta needs the legislation to be passed prior to the month-long Congressional recess in August.

Delta retirees can continue to voice their support for swift passage of the bill through the Pension Funding Reform site .

Delta and Northwest team up for Capital Hill visit

Delta, Isakson respond to WSJ pension editorial

Senator Johnny Isakson (R., Ga.) and Delta’s Rob Kight, vice president – Compensation and Benefit Services, have issued responses to the June 27 Wall Street Journal editorial, Pension crash Landing. The WSJ editorial described pension reform legislation being conferred in Congress as, “another pension fix that would give airlines one more reprieve and make taxpayers even more vulnerable.” Not so said Isakson and Kight.

 

Grassroots advocacy by Delta employees and retirees has been crucial to moving pension reform through the legislative process. In fact, since July of 2005, Delta people have sent over 34,000 messages to Congress explaining the importance of extending defined-benefit pension plan funding requirements for airlines. Now, it is time to reaffirm our support for completion and let Congress know that further delay puts airline plans at risk.

Click here for additional information.

United HealthCare to issue refunds related to prescription drug tier changes that took effect on May 1.
Any resulting increased costs actually incurred in the period May 1 through June 16 will be automatically refunded.

Click here for additional information.

Sunday, May 7, 2006, 11am-3pm

Schedule of Events:

• 11am-1pm Ship 102-Crosses Loop Road
• 1pm-2pm Ship 102 pulled over to the Museum by volunteers
• 2-3pm Fun, food and festivities for the whole family

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Employment Verification, a recent enhancement to Employee Self-Service, allows inactive employees, retirees, and other former employees to submit verification requests for loans, leases and other personal transactions. This on-line, free service replaces the previous method. Users can request that employment information only or employment information with salary details be sent to their designated recipient. Both fax and U.S. mail options are available. More

To save these significant costs to Delta, on March 20, 2006, Delta filed a motion (the “Rejection Motion”) asking the Bankruptcy Court to permit Delta to reject and cancel the Delta Stock Options. More

A letter signed by 115 members of the US House of Representatives was forwarded March 13 to the chairman and ranking members of the House-Senate Conference on pension reform, encouraging the conference committee to accept the airline funding rule from the Senate version of the legislation. More

Nonrevenue travelers may begin paying the annual $50 pass activation fee via credit card or debit card on TravelNet effective today. The fee is effective for pass anniversary dates April 1 and beyond and is due on or before the Primary Pass Rider anniversary date.  Employees with a pass anniversary date prior to April 1 will not be required to pay the activation fee until their next pass anniversary date.
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2005 1099’s and W-2 Wage and Tax Statements

Year 2005 1099’s and W-2 wage and tax statements have been mailed to the home address on record.

If you have not received your 2005 1099 or W-2 Wage and Tax statement, you may request a reprint on or after February 15, 2006. Request for reprints can be made by contacting the Delta Employee Service Center at 1-800 MY-DELTA or (1-800-693-3582).

There will be no charge for reprints.

If you have any additional questions please contact Delta Employee Service Center at 1-800 MY-DELTA or (1-800-693-3582).

1-800 MY-DELTA Menu Options Re-designed

On Jan. 30, the caller menu at 1-800 MY-DELTA will change to give callers easier access to the most used areas.  (more)

Click here for new menu options.

Fly The Spirit of Delta

Retirees can share their cherished memories of The Spirit of Delta. Retirees submitting the ten winning stories will be awarded a seat on a circle flight during the Spirit's Farewell Tour.  Submission forms will be accepted through Feb. 10. (more)

Click here to get involved in the effort.

Participants may take in-kind distributions of the Delta preferred stock in their Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) accounts.  (more)

Letter Seeking Pilot Retirees to Serve as Members on a Section 1114 Committee
At a hearing on February 6, 2006, the Court directed the appointment of a pilot retiree committee under 11 U.S.C. § 1114 in these cases. The Court further requested that the United States Trustee’s office assist in the appointment of a committee. 

• Click here for the full letter.

• Pilot Retiree Committee Acceptance Form

In a recent newspaper advertisement, a group of retired Delta employees claimed that the company has improperly funded certified-time and severance benefits from the Delta Family-Care Disability and Survivorship Trust (the “Trust”).  We strongly disagree with these charges, and believe that it was – and is – entirely legal and proper to fund these important employee benefits from the Trust.  The matter is pending before the Bankruptcy Court and will be resolved through the judicial process.
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Delta responds to open letter on D&S Trust    

Today’s Atlanta Journal-Constitution includes a full-page advertisement from the Delta Air Lines Retirement Committee (DALRC) titled: An Open Letter to the Leaders of Delta Air Lines to Stop Their Improper Withdrawals from the Delta Disability and Survivorship Trust.

Despite the severity of its financial situation, Delta has made no proposals to change or reduce any long-term disability, survivorship or life insurance benefits under the Disability and Survivorship (D&S) Plan. Furthermore, not a single nickel of the D&S Trust has been used for executive severance. The company is working hard to become financially healthy so that it can generate the resources necessary to survive and to continue to provide benefits to its employees, including its disabled active and retired employees and their survivors, for generations to come.
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Retiree Committee Provides Updates, Requests Addresses

A recent mailing to home addresses of retirees and survivors provides information about and from the Non-Pilot Retiree Committee established by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. The committee has requested retiree and survivor names and addresses from Delta in order to correspond directly with them. Anyone who objects to giving the committee their name and address should tell Delta by Jan. 20. Instructions are provided in the mailing, which is also available here. (more)

2006 Medical Benefits Changes Announced

Delta is announcing some small changes to the previously announced Delta Family-Care Medical Plan for 2006. These changes apply to the 2006 Standard Medical and Out-of-Area Options and are effective Jan.1, 2006. Out-of-pocket maximums will remain at 2005 levels - $2,500 for individuals and $5,000 for families. Four prescription drugs - Celebrex, Nexium, Mobic and Zyrtec – will be adjusted to lower tiers. (more)

Hearing Delayed on Disability and Survivorship Trust
The retiree committee established by the Bankruptcy Court filed a motion Dec. 5 asserting that Delta failed to comply with the requirements of the Disability and Survivorship Trust for ground and flight attendant employees. Delta strongly disagrees with the committee’s assertions and we have submitted our opposing papers to the Court. (more)

New phone number for HR questions related to Chapter 11  
Starting today, Delta employees, retirees, survivors and employees of Delta subsidiaries can contact the Employee Service Center at 1-800- MY DELTA for assistance with human resources questions related to Delta’s Chapter 11 filing. The employee hotline number that was established on Sept 14 will be discontinued on Dec 15.

Facts: Delta Family-Care Disability & Survivorship Plan
On December 5, the court appointed committee representing Delta’s retirees filed a motion with the court asserting that the Delta Family-Care Disability and Survivorship Trust improperly paid for benefits other than under the Delta Family-Care Disability and Survivorship Plan (the "D&S Plan"). Delta disagrees with the filing and its accompanying press release. Delta believes that it has acted properly and that the position the committee has taken is not correct. Delta is preparing a response to the Retiree Committee motion that will be filed with the bankruptcy court. (more)

Recent letters from UnitedHealthcare regarding flexible spending accounts (FSAs) were erroneously sent to some inactive employees who retired during 2005. FSAs are available only to participants on the active payroll. Retirees, survivors and inactive employees are not eligible to enroll in FSAs. UnitedHealthcare apologizes for any confusion or inconvenience caused by this error.

Appointment of Non-Pilot Retiree Committee 11/02/05
At a hearing Oct. 27, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court directed the appointment of a non-pilot retiree committee. Details are outlined in a letter from the Office of the United States Trustee. Click to see details of the letter along with the acceptance form.

Be Prepared for ESS 08/05/05
Employee Self-Service (ESS), a new online self-service center scheduled to go live in August, is designed to increase convenience by bringing employee information to one website for easy access. ESS will give employees/retirees the ability to perform a variety of human resource (HR) transactions online, 24 hours a day/7 days a week. This system will provide greater availability to personal information critical to employees/retirees and their families. (more)

Family and Friends Pass Embargos 07/07/05

Delta is introducing embargo dates during busy travel periods for Family and Friends pass riders as part of a companywide commitment to improve customer service. Standby travel for Family and Friends pass riders will not be permitted on Nov. 23, 27 and 28; Dec. 23; and Jan. 2 for any Delta, Song or Delta Connection Carrier flight worldwide. (more)

Jerry Grinstein testifies before Congress regarding pension reform
06/08/05

CEO Jerry Grinstein testified before the Senate Finance Committee at special hearings on June 7 in Washington D.C. regarding pension reform legislation. He spoke on behalf of Delta Air Lines in support of Senate bill S.861, the Employee Pension Preservation and Taxpayer Protection Act. (more)

Buddy pass deadline changes  05/12/05

The deadline for completing Family and Friends travel using tickets issued from a paper certificate and purchased before May 18 has been extended to Sept. 15 (not July 1, as originally stated). If travel is not completed by that date, the ticket must be refunded according to Delta refund policies.   (more)

TravelNet Enhancements for Family & Friends and Yield Fare 04/25/05

Delta employees, retirees and their eligible pass riders worldwide soon will enjoy even more flexibility as most Family & Friends (buddy pass) travel procedures will move online to TravelNet. Beginning May 18, Delta will eliminate the paper buddy pass certificates and replace them with eight new electronic authorizations for buddy pass travel accessible via TravelNet. Self-service electronic ticketing for both buddy pass and yield fare travel also will move online to TravelNet, meaning no more trips to the airport or a City Ticket Office to buy these tickets. Additionally, employees and retirees will be able to use a valid credit card other than their own to purchase tickets on TravelNet, provided they have the card owner’s permission and the exact billing address and expiration date for the credit card. (more)

Pension Bill Introduced to Senate   04/22/05

Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) and Sen. John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.) introduced the Employee Pension Preservation Act of 2005 into the U.S. Senate on April 20. Legislation aimed at protecting employees’ retirement benefits is “a very sensible and pragmatic approach to the airline pension-funding crisis,” said Jerry Grinstein, chief executive officer. Delta continues to ask employees and retirees to help support this legislation. (more)

DL Lays Out TechOps Transformation Strategy

Delta will launch some strategic changes in TechOps based on a recent review of that division's ability to compete with carriers of all types.  The company will partner with two well-known and respected U.S. and Canadian-based suppliers for its heavy maintenance work, leading to an expected 34 percent cost reduction. TechOps also will begin shifting work from the Tampa, Fla., facility to Atlanta.  (more)

Delta to Begin New Non-stop Atlanta-Moscow Service 
ATLANTA, March 23, 2005 - Customers will now have more access to Russia thanks to Delta Air Lines’ (NYSE: DAL) new, non-stop service from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport starting June 1.  Delta is the only U.S. carrier that operates service to Russia, where it has operated since 1991, and currently flies nonstop to Moscow daily from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).  (more)

DL asks for letters to Congress 

Delta is encouraging employees and retirees to write members of Congress requesting a more manageable schedule for Delta to meet its pension obligations. The Air Line Pilots Association has joined Delta employees and retirees in supporting the proposed legislation that would help the company better protect retirement benefits.  (more)

DL asks for letters to Congress  03/18/05

Delta is encouraging employees and retirees to write members of Congress requesting a more manageable schedule for Delta to meet its pension obligations. The Air Line Pilots Association has joined Delta employees and retirees in supporting the proposed legislation that would help the company better protect retirement benefits.  (more)

Delta Customers Offered Expanded Snack Service on More Flights
ATLANTA, March 9, 2005 – Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) customers will receive expanded snack selections on more flights beginning April 3, 2005.  As the airline transforms to provide customers with a more consistent travel experience, Delta will replace its current food program, including food for purchase available on select flights, with complimentary snack options in Economy Class on all flights of greater than 1½ hours within the 48 contiguous states, Canada, and certain Latin American and Caribbean destinations, excluding Delta Shuttle and Song.   (more)

Derickson Helped Airline Hostages
Ulrike (Uli) Derickson, the Delta flight attendant who was honored for saving passengers' lives in 1985 during the TWA hijacking, died Feb. 18 in her home in Tucson, Ariz. Derickson, 60, had been a Delta flight attendant since 1992.  (more)

DOT Denies China Route to Delta
The U.S. Department of Transportation today bypassed Delta as one of the new entrants into the U.S.-China air market, proposing instead the selection of Continental Airlines and American Airlines. For the three all-cargo flights, the DOT proposed Federal Express, Northwest Airlines, Polar Air Cargo and United Parcel Service.  (more)

DL Partner to Offer HR Service
Delta today has begun a seven-year partnership with Affiliated Computer Services for Human Resources support and payroll services. This new relationship with Affiliated is part of Delta's transformation plan to reduce costs and improve customer service. The agreement will result in a $40 million cost savings during the life of the contract. (more)

Former Delta Execs to be Honored
The Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame will induct former Delta executives T.P. "Pre" Ball, retired v.p.-Flight Ops, and Hollis Harris, former president and chief operating officer. There will be an induction ceremony April 23 at the Century of Flight Hangar at the Museum of Aviation, Warner Robins, Ga. (more)

Boston, L.A. Call Centers to Close
Reservation Sales is consolidating its U.S. operations, which will result in closing call centers in Boston and Los Angeles on Sept. 1. The move is part of Delta's transformation efforts to reduce costs, simplify processes and increase efficiencies.  (more)

Delta Air Lines Reports Results for December 2004 Quarter and Full Year
ATLANTA, Jan. 20, 2005 – Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today reported results for the quarter and year ended Dec. 31, 2004, and other significant news.  (more)

Memo From Jerry Grinstein: Assessing Delta's Progress and Next Steps
Despite extraordinary challenges, Delta managed to pass through the eye of the needle in 2004. The journey was often difficult, as you well know, yet by the end of the year, we had made significant progress – thanks, in large part, to all of you.  (more)

Delta Files with DOT for Daily Service to Moscow from Atlanta
ATLANTA, Jan. 18, 2004 – Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) customers soon will have access to Moscow from Atlanta, the world’s largest single-airline hub, if the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) approves the carrier’s request, submitted today.  (more)

W-2 and 1099 forms on the way next week
Delta’s Payroll department next week will begin mailing Internal Revenue Service Forms W-2 and 1099 to employees. The forms, which reflect individual earnings for income tax purposes for 2004, will be sent to employees’ home addresses on record with the Employee Service Center. Employees who do not receive their forms by mid-February may request a reissue. After March 1, there will be a reissue fee of $10. For more information, employees may contact Payroll at 404-773-4000 in Atlanta, or toll-free at 877-357-2925, or via e-mail at Payroll.ATL831@delta.com.

Volunteers Needed for Holiday Military Lounge
All Delta retirees are invited to volunteer for the annual Holiday Military Lounge at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Retirees are welcome to donate baked goods, fruits or any other type of refreshments for the 35th annual Atlanta Worldport Holiday Military Lounge.  (more)

Cargo, Traffic Hinder Nonrevs
Station staff in Buenos Aires report that cargo loads for the rest of December are forecasted high. Nonrevenue travelers and other pass riders, including those with buddy passes, should take this into account when planning travel from Buenos Aires. More than 35 Delta nonrevenue passengers have been left in Buenos Aires, Argentina, during the past several days because of heavy cargo loads. Flight 100 from Buenos Aires to Atlanta has shown ample seat availability, but boardings have been restricted by cargo weight.

Similar situations may occur in other Latin American destinations, including BogotÃ, Colombia; Cancun, Mexico; Lima, Peru; Nassau, Bahamas; San Jose, Costa Rica; Santiago, Chile; and Sao Paulo, Brazil. (more)

Benefits confirmation ends Thursday, Dec. 9
The period to confirm benefits selections for 2005 or to take part in subsequent enrollment will end at midnight Eastern Time this Thursday, Dec. 9.  (more)

Error on Paper Confirmation Guides
The Employee Service Center (ESC) has been advised that due to a data transmission problem retirees, inactives and survivors have received a printed confirmation guide with an error. These guides are used to confirm benefit elections made during the recent Annual Open Enrollment for the participant and their eligible dependents. (more)

All Active and Retired Employees Should Verify Payroll Info by December 15
As 2004 draws to a close, in addition to holiday gift buying lists, employees also need to double check the accuracy of the information in their payroll record. Incomplete or inaccurate payroll information can result in problems processing employees’ 2004 income tax forms.  (more)

U.S. Trust suspends sale of DL ESOP common stock
U.S. Trust, the independent fiduciary investment manager for two components of Delta’s Family Care Savings Plan, has suspended the sale of Delta common stock held in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). U.S. Trust said the decision was made “in light of the developments that have taken place over the past few weeks and the favorable response the market has had to these developments.” These include the contract agreement with Delta pilots and the additional cash commitments from American Express and GE Commercial Finance.    (more)

Delta Reaches Tentative Agreement with Pilot Union to Deliver $1 Billion In Annual Savings
ATLANTA, Oct. 28, 2004 – Delta Air Lines (DAL: NYSE) announced that it reached a tentative agreement with its pilot union on contractual changes designed to deliver $1 billion in long-term, annual savings through a combination of changes to wages, pension and other benefits and work rules. Pilots have until Nov. 11, 2004, to vote on the agreement through an expedited electronic ratification process.   (more)

Buddy pass travel only on DL, Song and DL Connection in '05
Beginning Jan. 1, 2005, Delta and its SkyTeam and codeshare partner airlines have agreed to alter their respective buddy pass programs and allow travel only on the issuing carrier’s network. Delta Family & Friends guests will be permitted to fly on Delta, Song, Atlantic Southeast Airlines (ASA), Chautauqua, Comair and SkyWest flights only. Delta Buddy pass travel will not be permitted on either SkyTeam or other codeshare partner airlines.  (more)

Support Delta's Application to Serve China
Delta has applied for authority to serve China. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has begun a carrier selection case to choose two air carriers to operate new flights to China, one service to begin March 2005, and one in March 2006.  Click here to read more and to send a letter of support.

Memo To All Delta Employees From Jerry Grinstein Concerning Changes in Pay and Benefits Click here to read more.

Delta launches new retiree volunteer program Delta Spirit Corps 
Delta is launching an exciting new retiree volunteer program, called the Delta Spirit Corps, providing Delta retirees the opportunity to support Delta's community and marketing activities. (more)

Transformation Plan On Track
Delta CEO Jerry Grinstein recently met with the company's board of directors to review the results of a strategic assessment of Delta's operations and recommendations for the future.  While it does not discuss specific details, click here to read a memo to all employees from Mr. Grinstein."

Delta SkyMiles® Members Earn Bonus Miles When Investing with ShareBuilder®

SkyMiles^® program members may now earn up to 3,500 miles for investing online.  (more)

The embargo on Family & Friends (Buddy Pass) travel involving Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG) has begun and runs through August 31.  (more)

Buddy Pass Embargo at CDG in July, August

As a result of last month's partial roof collapse in Terminal 2E at the Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Delta will prohibit Family & Friends travel to and from the French capital from July 12 to Aug. 31. This includes travel to and from CDG on Air France and all SkyTeam partners. (more)

DL Responds to Another AJC Article

In a June 8 Atlanta Journal-Constitution editorial, the newspaper has distorted several issues, this time regarding cost cutting efforts at Delta. As the company did after the previous editorial was printed, Delta has responded in a letter to the AJC editor, signed by Ed Bastian, senior v.p.-Finance and Controller.  The company response highlights the fact that Delta has reduced nonpilot costs by 15%, despite considerable increases in fuel, pension, security and insurance costs; and the fact that the general administration costs to which the paper refers have already been reduced by 24%. In addition, pilot costs have actually risen by 25% during this same period, putting pilot costs at Delta nearly 70% above industry average. "No strategy or business plan can make up for this enormous gap," Bastian said in his response. Read a copy of DL's reply.

Open Letter to all Employees from CEO Jerry Grinstein

Delta Air Lines Announces New Leadership Team

Atlanta, May 19, 2004 -- Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today announced the formation of a new leadership team of seasoned airline industry and Delta veterans who understand Delta's unique culture and heritage and the demanding changes ahead. (more)

DL files first quarter 10-Q form with SEC
Delta filed its Form 10-Q today with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the quarter ending March 31. All companies with publicly traded securities like DL, are required to file this form each quarter. DL's 10-Q filed today is consistent with the company's other public statements about its financial challenges. Among other things, this 10-Q filing noted that continued losses of the magnitude experienced in 2003 and the March 2004 quarter are unsustainable in the long term. (more)

Delta Names Michael J. Palumbo Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Delta's Robert L. Colman, Executive Vice President - Human Resources, Announces His Retirement ATLANTA, April 30, 2004 – Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) announced today that Michael J. Palumbo, a long-time airline finance executive, has been named executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective May 11. He replaces M. Michele Burns, who announced her resignation from Delta, effective May 1.

Delta also announced that Robert L. Colman, executive vice president - human resources, will retire, effective June 1, 2004, after six years with Delta. Colman's replacement will be named soon. (more)

Webcast Of Delta Air Lines 2004 Annual Meeting Of Shareholders April 23, 2004 (click here)

Delta Responds to AJC Article
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution published an article on Friday titled, "Delta's bonuses fail to stop execs' flight." This article draws conclusions that are not supported by fact. Delta is responding to the article in a letter to the AJC editor, signed by Tom Slocum, senior v.p.-Corporate Communications.  Click here to read a copy of DL's reply.

DL Unveils New, 75th Anniversary Livery
As Delta celebrates its 75th anniversary of passenger air service this year, the company unveiled a new – and old – look for Ship 102, The Spirit of Delta at DL’s 2004 Annual Meeting of Shareowners Friday morning. The airline’s first Boeing 767-232 was displayed for shareowners, news media and employees in its new 75th Anniversary livery – a recreation of DL’s original DC-3 livery of 1940... (more)

Burns Joins Mirant Corporation
Michele Burns, executive v.p. and chief financial officer, has decided to leave Delta, effective April 30. She will join Mirant Corporation of Atlanta as executive v.p. and chief financial officer, and lead the company’s financial restructuring. Gerald Grinstein, CEO, said he will announce a replacement for Burns soon. Burns will remain Delta's CFO through the end of April. (more)

S&P: Bill Gives Airlines ‘breathing room’
According to a recent report in the industry newsletter, Aviation Daily, Standard & Poor’s said Pension Bill S.3108, provides “much needed breathing room” for the nation’s airlines. Delta supports this legislation that was recently passed by Congress and signed by the president. Airlines have been awaiting a resolution on this bill that is expected to provide more flexibility in case external events, like prolonged high fuel prices or a major act of terrorism, place renewed pressure on airlines' liquidity.  (more)

DCI ends ACA agreement; Comair replaces Northeast ops
Delta Connection will terminate its agreement with Atlantic Coast Airlines in October. “The business models of the two companies are diverging, and the termination of the connection carrier agreement will allow each to take the path best suited for their company’s future,” said Fred Buttrell, president and CEO, Delta Connection Inc. (more)

DL reports March traffic
Delta’s system traffic for March 2004 increased 9.5% from March 2003 on a capacity increase of 4.7%. DL’s system load factor was 75.5% in March 2004, up 3.2 points from the same period last year. (more)

Delta's "No Comment" Policy
Recent media reports have fueled speculation on Delta’s position related to bankruptcy. Delta has a no comment policy regarding market rumors and speculation... (more)

75th Anniversary Kickoff in Atlanta Friday; Retirees are Invited!
The kickoff for Delta's 75th Anniversary Celebration will be noon-2 p.m. Friday, March 26 in Hangar One at the World Headquarters in Atlanta, and retirees are invited...(more)

Annual Report 2003 Letter to Shareowners, Customers And Employees
During 2004, Delta marks its 75^th year of operation.  Earlier portions of this annual report recount the growth of our airline from a tiny crop duster to a global carrier, and the spirit of our employees who throughout the years have been the heart of Delta.   (more)

Memo From Jerry Grinstein: Fred Reid
Today, Fred Reid announced his decision to leave Delta, effective April 1, 2004. Fred made many valuable contributions to our company since he joined Delta in 1998 and helped position Delta as a strong competitor both domestically and globally. Join me in sharing our appreciation for his efforts and in wishing him well with the next stage of his career...(more)

Strategic Review Overview and Progress
An internal team of Delta employees is completing a full review of Delta’s strategy and business plan. Jerry Grinstein announced the Strategic Review on Jan. 14 during Delta’s fourth quarter and year-end call with financial analysts and in a memo to Delta’s officers and Directors. “The goal of the project is not only to review the current strategy, but also to rethink our competitive effectiveness and best use of resources,” said Grinstein. Mark Balloun, vice president-Corporate Strategic Planning, is leading a small team of Delta employees on the project. Carl Sloane, a Harvard Business School professor and 40-year veteran of strategy consulting, is assisting the team...(more)
Strategic Review FAQs

Memo From Michelle Burns:
Update on Delta's Pension Plans
The status of Delta's pension plans continues to be a topic of interest to all of us.  As I have done periodically over the past several years, I'd like to take this opportunity to update you on Delta's pension plans as well as provide some information that is intended to clarify some of the complex issues surrounding these plans... (more)

Buddy Pass Riders Face Possible Embargo In ‘05
Travelers using Delta’s Family & Friends certificates in 2005 may not be able to fly to specified cities or during certain periods of the year if concerns persist, according to the Pass Bureau. (more)

Memo From Jerry Grinstein: Strategic Review
As Jack Smith and I assume our new roles at Delta, this is an appropriate time to put in motion a thorough review of our airline’s operating and business strategy. The goal of the project is not only to review the current strategy, but also to rethink our competitive effectiveness and best use of resources...(more)

Executive compensation message: Jerry Grinstein

Based on talks with many of you during my stops across the Delta system in the past three weeks... executive compensation remains a controversial issue. As we move into a new year, it is important for us to clear the air on that topic so we can focus all our energy on the urgent job of making Delta strong and profitable again... (more)

• Leo Mullin Memo—Words of Appreciation 11/24/2003
• Jerry Grinstein Memo—Joining You at Delta11/24/2003