Core Viewpoint - Delta Air Lines is addressing aircraft shortages by dismantling engines from new Airbus jets in Europe and shipping them to the U.S. tax-free to reactivate grounded planes [1][3]. Group 1: Aircraft Shortage Solutions - Delta Air Lines has been removing engines from its new Airbus A321neo aircraft in Europe and shipping them to the U.S. to resolve aircraft shortages [1]. - The airline has grounded some older A320neo series planes due to issues with their original engines [1]. Group 2: Trade and Tariff Implications - The inability to import new aircraft is partly due to a 10% tariff on European-made planes, a consequence of trade tensions initiated by former President Trump [1]. - Delta's CEO Ed Bastian confirmed that the airline is transporting a "small number" of new engines and intends to continue this practice to avoid tariffs [3]. - Earlier this year, Delta Air Lines transported new Airbus long-haul aircraft via Japan to circumvent import costs [3].