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Delta ranked 6th best employer in the world by Forbes

Delta has risen to the top of Forbes’ 2022 list as the World’s Best Employer

In the most recent rankings, which were released this week, Delta has risen to the top of Forbes’ 2022 list as the World’s Best Employer, leading all airlines. The highest-ranking corporation outside of the technology industry, Forbes, ranked Delta as the sixth best place to work in the world.

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Forbes ranks employers in its annual list based on data from independent surveys of 150,000 full-time and part-time workers at major companies from 57 countries. The respondents to the anonymous surveys conducted by market research firm Statista were asked to evaluate their employers on a range of topics such as talent development, economic impact and image, gender equality, and social responsibility.

During the pandemic, Delta delivered unprecedented support to protect employees’ health and well-being. This included administering more than 1 million free COVID tests, protecting pay for those with COVID-19, and executing a vaccination program that resulted in nearly all Delta people being vaccinated without a mandate – all while not furloughing a single employee. Mental well-being support was also expanded for Delta people and their loved ones by offering 12 free sessions per issue, per household member per year.

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Delta also recognizes the role that financial well-being plays in overall health and well-being – that’s why Delta is giving every employee an opportunity to earn a people to improve their financial well-being by offering every employee an opportunity to earn $1,000 when they contribute to an emergency savings account and complete a financial education coaching program.

This year, Delta was also named one of the top 100 companies on Forbes’ 2022 Best Employers for Diversity list and as one of the publication’s Best Workplaces for Women in the US.

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In addition, Delta was honored as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune for 9^th year in a row, ranking higher on the list than any other airline.

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Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.