Terminating the Delta-Aeroméxico Partnership Could Mean
Higher fares and fewer choices for American-Latino families.
The Facts
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced its tentative decision to terminate its approval of the strategic and pro-competitive partnership between Delta Air Lines and Aeroméxico due to a dispute between the U.S. and Mexican governments over which the two airlines have no control.
This decision directly affects millions of Latino-American families and businesses who need convenient and affordable flight options to and from Mexico.
This potential action by the DOT could jeopardize flights and negatively impact businesses and travelers alike.
If DOT cancels the Delta-Aeroméxico partnership, 23 flight routes between the U.S. and Mexico are at risk of cancellation.
Why It Matters
Since 2016, the Delta-Aeroméxico strategic partnership has been instrumental in serving millions of passengers between the U.S. and Mexico on 1,000 weekly flights, benefiting consumers through increased market competition and choice.
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How the DOT’s Decision Will Hurt Customers
The termination of the JCA could lead to reduced flight options, higher airfares and decreased convenience for travelers, ultimately impacting consumers’ ability to access affordable and efficient air travel between the U.S. and Mexico.
A February 2024 survey, conducted by Global Strategy Group, found that:
Latino-Americans across the country are counting on President Biden and Secretary Buttigieg to reverse this unprecedented action.
The termination of the partnership also poses significant challenges for businesses that rely on seamless connectivity between the U.S. and Mexico. As the lead trading partner of the U.S., maintaining robust air travel connections with Mexico is vital for facilitating trade, business meetings and investment opportunities between our two nations.
A reduction in flight options and increased fares could hinder the ability of businesses to operate efficiently, impacting various industries, such as manufacturing, agriculture, tourism and technology.
Maintaining strong air connectivity between the United States and Mexico is not just about convenience for travelers, but also about ensuring the continued growth of businesses and jobs on both sides of the border.
Other voices speaking out on the issue
Voices around the country are speaking out about the far-reaching impact of the Department of Transportation's unprecedented decision. Nearly 300 letters calling for a reversal of this potential decision have been sent to Secretary Buttigieg by leaders like The Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Governor Spencer Cox, Governor Brian Kemp, Governor Tim Walz, The Minnesota, Michigan and Georgia Congressional delegations, The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and more.
Click below to read why they’re opposed to terminating the partnership:
Letters to the Dept. of Transportation
- The Congressional Hispanic Caucus
- Georgia Congressional Delegation
- Michigan Congressional Delegation
- Minnesota Senators Letter
- Minnesota Congressional Delegation Letter
- Governor Spencer Cox
- Office of Georgia Governor Brian Kemp
- Office of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz
- United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Mi C.A.S.A. Minnesota
- LatinoLead, Irma Márquez Trapero
- Eimilia Gonzalez, executive director, Unidos MN
- Javier Palomarez, president and; CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council
- Unidos MN, Emilia Gonzalez Avalos – MinnPost
- U.S. Hispanic Business Council, Javier Palomarez – El Periodico USA
- Latino Advocacy, Maru Mora Villalpando – La Raza de Noroeste