Delta says premium travel is set to overtake coach cabin sales next year
Core Insights - Delta Air Lines is experiencing a shift in customer preference towards first-class seating, with revenue from premium cabins expected to surpass that from standard coach seats in the near future [1][2] Revenue Performance - Ticket revenue from Delta's premium cabin increased by 9% year-over-year, reaching nearly $5.8 billion [1] - In contrast, main-cabin ticket revenue declined by 4% compared to the previous year, totaling just over $6 billion [1] Demand Trends - CEO Ed Bastian noted that there are no indications of a slowdown in premium-travel demand, which supports a positive outlook for Delta's financial performance for the remainder of 2025 and into the next year [2]