27904--2/15/2008--DELTA_AIR_LINES_INC

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Risk Factors Relating to Delta Our business and results of operations are dependent on the price and availability of aircraft fuel. Continuing high fuel costs or further cost increases could have a materially adverse effect on our operating results. Likewise, significant disruptions in the supply of aircraft fuel would materially adversely affect our operations and operating results. Our substantial indebtedness may limit our financial and operating activities and may adversely affect our ability to incur additional debt to fund future needs. Our exit financing credit facility includes financial and other covenants that impose restrictions on our financial and business operations. Employee strikes and other labor-related disruptions may adversely affect our operations. Interruptions or disruptions in service at one of our hub airports could have a material adverse impact on our operations. We are increasingly dependent on technology in our operations, and if our technology fails or we are unable to continue to invest in new technology, our business may be adversely affected. If we experience losses of senior management personnel and other key employees, our operating results could be adversely affected. Our credit card processors have the ability to take significant holdbacks in certain circumstances. The initiation of such holdbacks likely would have a material adverse effect on our liquidity. We are at risk of losses and adverse publicity stemming from any accident involving our aircraft. Any ownership change could limit our ability to utilize our net operating losses carryforwards. Transfer restrictions on our stock issued in connection with our Plan of Reorganization may limit the liquidity of our stock. Risk Factors Relating to the Airline Industry The airline industry is highly competitive and, if we cannot successfully compete in the marketplace, our business, financial condition and operating results will be materially adversely affected. Terrorist attacks or international hostilities may adversely affect our business, financial condition and operating results. The airline industry is subject to extensive government regulation, and new regulations may increase our operating costs. Our insurance costs have increased substantially as a result of the September 11 terrorist attacks, and further increases in insurance costs or reductions in coverage could have a material adverse impact on our business and operating results.

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