Delta Air Lines sells $2 billion of notes, to repay part of $1.65 billion payroll loan
Delta completed a $2 billion public offering of unsecured notes on June 5, 2025, in two $1 billion tranches maturing in 2028 and 2030. Delta intends to use part of the net proceeds to repay about $1.65 billion of borrowings under its Payroll Support Program loan, with the remainder for general corporate purposes. The filing adds $2 billion of new debt but does not report income, earnings or guidance figures.
Key points
- $1 billion of 4.950% notes due July 10, 2028, and $1 billion of 5.250% notes due July 10, 2030
- Interest is payable semi-annually on January 10 and July 10, beginning January 10, 2026
- Part of the proceeds will repay about $1.65 billion under the Payroll Support Program loan due April 19, 2030
The filing
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