Delta Secures 13 E175 Jets from SkyWest with 2026-28 Deliveries
Delta extended a multi-year agreement with SkyWest to fly 13 Embraer E175 regional jets starting in 2026, with 10 more slated for 2027 and six in 2028. SkyWest’s strong balance sheet—$706.9 million cash against $546.8 million debt—underscores its ability to fund these deliveries and support Delta’s regional network growth.
1. Delta Extends E175 Flying Agreement with SkyWest
In January 2026, Delta finalized a multi-year extension with SkyWest for 13 Embraer E175 regional jets, reinforcing its Delta Connection feed and ensuring continuity of regional service under more favorable flying contract rates.
2. Delivery Timeline Bolsters Regional Capacity
SkyWest will receive 10 additional E175 aircraft in 2027 and six in 2028, enabling Delta to expand its regional capacity in key domestic markets and meet rising demand for feeder and short-haul routes.
3. SkyWest’s Solid Balance Sheet Underpins Contract
SkyWest ended Q4 2025 with $706.9 million in cash and marketable securities versus $546.8 million in short-term debt, providing financial flexibility to fulfill the jet deliveries and support ongoing fleet modernization for Delta’s network.