Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer of Delta Air Lines, joined #EconClubDC for a wide-ranging conversation with Barbara Humpton, Chair of the Global Initiative and CEO of Siemens USA. As Delta marks its 100th anniversary, the dialogue honored the airline’s legacy of leadership and examined how it is shaping the future of global aviation.
Bastian spoke about the modernization of air traffic control, the role of AI and new technologies, and Delta’s focus on safety, customer experience, and global connectivity. He emphasized how innovation and partnerships will shape the airline’s next century of flight.
