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Ed Bastian

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Proud Dad. Golfer. Traveler. @delta

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As you fly with Delta this October, you will notice our teams wearing pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

At Delta, we also honor the month with our annual Breast Cancer One charter which brings together employee survivors and fighters for a celebration of their resilience and strength. It’s a powerful reminder of our 21-year partnership with @bcrfcure and the $36 million we’ve raised to support lifesaving research. While there’s still work to do, we’re in this together, and we will never stop fighting for a cure. by @edbastian

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This week marks a very special milestone as we celebrate my granddaughter’s first birthday. She brings so much joy to our family and watching her grow over the past year has been a true gift. by @edbastian

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I had the honor of sitting next to @nyknicks super star @realwaltclydefrazier last night to see the Knicks pull off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history. Delta is the official airline of the NY Knicks and @thegarden, and we could not be more proud of these world-class athletes. Let’s Go Knicks! by @edbastian

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82 years ago, thousands of heroes fought for freedom on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day.

I had the honor of spending time with dozens of World War II veterans this week before they boarded Delta’s Normandy Legacy Flight, a special charter to France recognizing their bravery and service. Nearly 30 students and dozens of Delta employees are joining these veterans to listen, learn and ensure their lessons and legacy are never forgotten.

This marks the fifth year of our partnership with the @bestdefensefoundation and @michelinusa to operate this flight that connects generations, communities and cultures. May we always remember their sacrifice and carry forward the values these veterans fought for. by @edbastian

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At @delta investing in our people is core to our DNA. Our investment continues today with a global pay raise – marking five consecutive years of pay increases and an average 30% cumulative investment in our largest frontline teams. This is on the heels of the $1.3B in profit sharing we awarded earlier this year, reinforcing our belief in shared success.

Even in today’s cost environment, nothing is more important than our commitment to our people. And when we take care of our people, they are even more motivated to take the very best care of our customers on every flight, every day. by @edbastian

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As graduation ceremonies take place across the country and the next generation enters a world full of change and opportunity, I had the chance to share some advice with Emory University’s Class of 2026. I’ve found these lessons apply no matter where you are in your journey. They’re also the same values our Delta people live every day: putting others first, leading with integrity and staying curious about the world around you.

Congratulations, 2026 grads! Keep Climbing. by @edbastian

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This month Delta is launching seven new ways for you to explore Europe. Whether you’re looking for new culinary experiences, history and art or to just relax by the beach, we’re ready to welcome you on board soon. by @edbastian

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I’m so proud of the ways @delta employees and SkyMiles Members participated in Earth Month and Global Volunteer Month this April. For us, connecting people means uplifting the communities that connect us all. In our communities across the world, these efforts will continue as our people show up, give back and serve with heart. #DeltaProud #DeltaServes by @edbastian

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"It's one of the only places I've ever been to where they tell you when you start, 'you're probably not gonna retire here, because it's a talent factory.'"

In Atlanta, loyalty often runs deep—particularly to the city’s two hometown giants: Coca-Cola and @delta Air Lines.

So it might come as a surprise that Ed Bastian, who has spent nearly a decade leading Delta, credits an Atlanta rival—PepsiCo—for making him the executive he is today. On the latest episode of Fortune’s Titans and Disruptors of Industry podcast, Bastian opened up about how the food and beverage conglomerate didn’t just shape his own rise to the C-suite, but it has quietly done the same for a generation of business leaders.

“[At PepsiCo], you’re surrounded by great talent. They understood that talent is going to win in the marketplace,” Bastian told Fortune’s Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell.

🔗 Click the link in the bio to read more. by @edbastian

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The Olympic and Paralympic Movement lifts us all. Our spirits. Our aspirations. Our dreams. The world feels like one. They remind us of something even more powerful than medals: global connection, teamwork, resilience and a commitment to excellence.

Delta is proud to be the Official Airline of @teamusa. Our people are the “team behind the team,” who make sure our athletes arrive ready to compete and welcome them home when the games are over.

Nothing brings the world together like these events, and I’m looking forward to welcoming the world to LA for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. by @edbastian

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Happy Profit Sharing Day to the incredible Delta people!

Today we celebrate the dedication of every member of our global team with $1.3B of Delta’s 2025 profits, equaling four weeks of extra pay on average for employees.

Congratulations and let’s Keep Climbing! The sky is never our limit. by @edbastian

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2025 has been one of the most exciting years in @delta’s history. It will always be remembered as the year we became the first U.S. airline to reach a centennial milestone, an achievement that would not have been possible without you. To the 100,000 professionals behind our airline whose indomitable spirit, strength and dedication never cease to amaze me; to our devoted customers whose loyalty and trust is our greatest privilege; and to our valued partners who have supported us every step of the way: thank you for being such an important part of our story.

If you have not yet seen our new documentary “A Century of Flight,” I encourage you to watch it onboard your next flight or online at centuryofflight.delta.com. I hope it inspires and excites you for what the future holds for our industry and our airline. Here’s to the next chapter! by @edbastian

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