Delta Air Lines expects to deliver its best financial performance in company history this year after reporting strong results for 2024.
The US carrier plans to distribute $1.4 billion in profit sharing payments to employees next month following what it called industry-leading operational and financial performance.
CEO Ed Bastian said consumer demand for premium travel products remained robust heading into 2025.
“2024 was a great year for Delta with our results reflecting differentiation from the industry and increased durability,” Bastian said.
The airline forecasts pre-tax income above $6 billion and earnings per share exceeding $7.35 in 2025.
Delta also expects to generate more than $4 billion in free cash flow this year.
“Our differentiated strategy and best-in-class operations, combined with demand strength and an increasingly constructive industry backdrop, position us to deliver the best financial year in Delta’s 100-year history,” Bastian said.
The financial outlook came as Delta released its December quarter and full-year results for 2024.
