Delta and Aeromexico win appeal against DOT’s decision to terminate joint venture

In a significant legal victory, Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico have successfully appealed the US Department of Transportation's (DOT) order to dissolve their joint venture agreement. The US Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit deemed the DOT’s final order “arbitrary and capricious,” effectively overturning the initial termination decision. This ruling acknowledges concerns regarding potential antitrust issues related to the established partnership between the two airlines. The joint venture previously facilitated extensive route networks connecting North America and Mexico. Moving forward, the future of the joint venture remains subject to ongoing regulatory scrutiny following this appellate court determination.