DAL vs. AAL: Which Airline Stock Is a Stronger Play Now?

Key Takeaways Delta Air Lines beat Q4 2025 Earnings and revenue estimates, and outperformed AAL's shares. DAL benefits from strong international demand and plans 30 Boeing 787-10 jets for growth.American Airlines faces high debt, rising labor costs and guides Q1 2026 loss. Delta Air Lines (DAL) and American Airlines (AAL)  are two well-known names in the Zacks Transportation- Airline industry. Delta, based in Atlanta, GA, is a founding member of the SkyTeam global airline alliance. DAL is known for its exte ...