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Delta Air Lines Faces Scrutiny Over Prolonged IT Outage Recovery

DOT investigates Delta's handling of a major tech outage as passengers endure delays and cancellations.

  • Delta's operations are stabilizing after nearly 7,000 flight cancellations since Friday's CrowdStrike outage.
  • The Department of Transportation has launched an investigation into Delta's customer service failures.
  • Delta's CEO promises normal operations by Thursday, but challenges remain in reaccommodating passengers and luggage.
  • Airlines affected by the outage have mostly recovered, but Delta continues to struggle with customer service issues.
  • Financial impacts of the outage on Delta are estimated to reach up to $500 million.
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