Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Delta Air Lines, Inc. on February 11, 2026. The filing addresses Item 5.02 regarding the departure of a principal officer and the appointment of a successor.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is limited to corporate governance updates and contains no financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is a leadership transition within the finance function:
- Departure: William C. Carroll, Principal Accounting Officer, will retire effective March 31, 2026.
- Appointment: Julia A. McConnell has been designated as the new Principal Accounting Officer, effective April 1, 2026.
Management Commentary and Risks
Ms. McConnell joined Delta in March 2025. Her prior experience includes serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer at WestRock Company (2020–2024) and holding finance leadership roles at Carter's, Inc., PepsiCo, Inc., and PricewaterhouseCoopers. The filing does not disclose specific risks, contingencies, or unusual items beyond the standard personnel change.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Confirm the effective dates of the transition (March 31, 2026, for retirement; April 1, 2026, for appointment).
- Verify Ms. McConnell's tenure at Delta, noting she joined in March 2025 prior to this appointment.
- Review subsequent filings for any impact on financial reporting timelines or internal controls due to the leadership change.