Why is Ed Bastian a good leader?


Why is Ed Bastian a good leader? When asked to sum up his job in five words, Ed's response is: “Taking care of our people.” The answer reflects his leadership philosophy, which is based on the “virtuous circle” – if you take care of your people, they take care of your customers, whose business and loyalty allows you to reward your investors.


Who owns most of Delta?

Institutional investors hold a majority ownership of DAL through the 72.70% of the outstanding shares that they control.


What is unique about Delta Airlines?

Delta Air Lines was named one of the Most Innovative Companies Worldwide by Fast Company, in part due to its use of RFID technology to track customer bags in real time which earned it the No. 6 spot among travel companies.


What makes Delta so successful?

The quality of Delta's in-flight and airport experience, expanding network of destinations and reputation for reliability lifted it to the number one ranking on Conde Nast Traveler's 2022 Readers Choice Awards for Best Airlines in the U.S.