The US government shutdown disrupts airports weeks before holiday travel. Shutdown ended Wednesday with House vote. Delta CEO Ed Bastian calls disruption “incredibly disruptive” at Yahoo Finance’s Invest event. FAA plan cut flights up to 10% by Nov. 14. Bastian urges government leaders to “do your job.”

Bastian, Delta CEO since 2016, stresses the need for government action. Delta made points known to elected officials. Bastian demands fair treatment for workers amid high stress without pay during disagreements. Bastian guided Delta through operational challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

Delta CEO Bastian pushing travel upgrades amidst government shutdown. Premium seat sales to surpass main cabin sales in 2026. Delta’s Q3 operating profits up 23%, driving 14% earnings per share increase. Revenue hits record $15.2 billion. Full-year profit guidance raised to top end of range. JPMorgan analyst rates Delta as industry leader among full-service airlines.

Analysts bullish on Delta stock with 95% Buy rating. Delta stock rated Overweight or Buy equivalent by JPMorgan analyst. Premium seat efforts driving financial success for Delta. Q3 revenue up 4.1% from prior year. Delta expects premium seat sales to surpass main cabin offerings in 2026.

Read more at Yahoo Finance: Delta CEO calls government shutdown ‘inexcusable’, assures flights will resume ‘very, very soon’