Aeromexico Wins Appeal Striking Down U.S. Move to Block Joint Venture

Aeromexico won a federal appeals court ruling blocking the U.S. government from terminating its joint venture with Delta Air Lines. The 11th Circuit Court vacated the Transportation Department's order, allowing the joint venture and antitrust immunity to remain in effect. This enables both airlines to continue providing enhanced connectivity and service options between Mexico and the United States.

By Adam L. Cataldo

Grupo Aeroméxico said a federal appeals court ruling blocked the U.S. government from terminating the its joint venture with Delta Air Lines.

The Mexican airline said Thursday that the 11th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals in Atlanta ruled in its favor and vacated a Transportation Department order terminating approval of the joint venture, along with its antitrust immunity.

"As a result, the joint venture and its antitrust immunity remain in effect, allowing Aeromexico and Delta to continue providing enhanced connectivity, a broader network, more convenient service options and increased competition for customers traveling between Mexico and the United States," the company said.

Aeromexico also said it is reviewing the court's ruling, along with potential next steps with Delta and its legal advisers.

Write to Adam L. Cataldo at adam.cataldo@wsj.com

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August 20, 2026 19:18 ET (23:18 GMT)