This project aims to analyze the growth prospects, challenges, and investment opportunities within the Indian aviation sector.

Detail study on Aviation Sector

1. Company Name
Delta crop limited
Industry (Sector)
Aviation
Student Introduction
Name : Abhishek Sitaram Dalal
Division: A1F
Roll NO: 04
Indira School Of Business Studies

2. About the Industry / Sector
•Introduction: The aviation sector keeps the world connected. It encompasses everything that gets things flying, from passenger airlines
and cargo carriers to aircraft manufacturing and air traffic control. It's a dynamic industry constantly evolving with new technologies and
facing challenges like fuel costs and competition.
•Why is this sector important for the Economy?
•Creating millions of jobsin airlines, airports, and related industries.
•Boosting tradeby efficiently moving goods worldwide.
•Connecting regionsfor tourism and business opportunities.
•Fueling innovationin technology that benefits other sectors.
•Top Companies:
•American Airline
•United Airline
•Alaska Airline

3. What’s new in the Industry?
➢New Developments:
1.Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft: Increasing focus on developing hydrogen propulsion technology for cleaner
aviation.
2.Research and Development: Ongoing efforts to improve fuel cell efficiency and aircraft design for hydrogen-
powered flight.
3.Industry Partnerships: Collaboration between airlines, manufacturers, and technology companies to accelerate
hydrogen propulsion development.
➢Innovation and Technology:
1.Supersonic Travel Revival: Interest in next-gen supersonic aircraft for faster long-haul travel with improved
environmental performance.
2.Urban Air Mobility (UAM) Expansion: Continued development and trials of small electric aircraft for urban
transportation.
3.AI in control:AI is optimizing flight paths, predicting weather, and improving air traffic management.

4. BMC -AviationKey Partners Key Activities Value Propositions
Customer Relationships
& Channels
Customer Segments
Key Resources Competition
Cost Structure Revenue Streams
•Airport operators
•Air traffic control
authorities
•Fuel suppliers
•Maintenance service
providers
•Other airlines for
codeshare agreements
•Aircraft maintenance and
operations
•Flight scheduling and
planning
•Marketing and sales
•Customer service
•Cargo handling and
logistics
•Fleet of airplanes and
helicopters
•Airport infrastructure
•Skilled personnel
•Technology systems
• Safe and efficient
transportation of
passengers and cargo
over long distances
• Variety of travel
options and
destinations
• Time-saving
alternative to ground
transportation (for
passengers)
• Fast and reliable cargo
delivery (for
companies)
•Passengers
•Cargo Companies
•Government Agencies
•Road transport
•Sea transport
•Railway transport
•Fuel costs
•Staff salaries and benefits
•Airport fees and landing charges
•Maintenance and repair costs
•Marketing and advertising costs
•Passenger ticket sales
•Cargo transportation fees
•Ancillary revenues
•Airport fees and landing charges
• websites and mobile
apps
•Online travel agencies
•Travel agents
•Cargo terminals and
logistics networks
•Airport sales counters

5. Porter’s Five Forces Model - Aviation
C
Threat of New Entry
Hard to enter due to high
costs, existing brands, and
regulations.
D
Substitutes
High-speed rail a competitor
for some routes, but future
tech could be a bigger
challenge.
B
Buyer Power
Price-sensitive passengers
and cargo options give
buyers leverage.
A
Supplier Power
Limited aircraft and fuel
suppliers hold strong
negotiating power.
1.Numerous
Competitors
2.Capacity
Management
3.Price Wars

6. PESTEL Analysis –Aviation
•Government
Subsidies
•Geopolitical
instability
•Geopolitical
instability
•Global
economic
conditions
•Fuel prices
•Currency
exchange rates
•Changing
demographics
•Consumer
preferences
•Security
concerns
•Advancements
in aircraft
technology
•Distribution
channels
•Artificial
intelligence
•Environmental
regulations
•Climate
change
•Sustainability
initiatives
•Aviation safety
regulations
•Labor laws
•Consumer
protection
laws
P S EE T L

7. About Delta crop Airline
•Introduction: Delta Air Lines, though a major passenger airline today, actually began its journey in 1925 as the world's first
aerial crop dusting operation called Huff Daland Dusters. This humble beginning eventually took flight and transformed into
the global airline we know today.
•History & Background: Founded in 1924as a crop-dusting operation called Huff Daland Dusters, the airline has
come a long way to become a global leader in the aviation industry. In 1928, Huff Daland Dusters changed its
name to Delta Air Service, and the airline began carrying passengers in addition to its agricultural work.
•Company growth strategy: Ditching crop dusters, Delta soared by expanding routes, embracing innovation like
radar, and offering competitive fares. This transformed them from a local service to a global airline.
•Vision: To be a leading provider of innovative agricultural solutions, driving sustainable growth and prosperity for
farmers and communities.

8. About Delta crop Airline
•Vision: To be a leading provider of innovative in aviation sector and agricultural solutions, driving sustainable
growth and prosperity for farmers and communities.
•Products: Delta One, First Class, Delta Comfort+, Main Cabin and Basic Economy, pesticide spraying.

9. What’s new at Delta crop Airline?
• Latest trends (in last 6 – 12 months)
•Innovations:
1.The Delta Sustainable Skies Lab, depicted in the vision concept above, will bridge the gap between fledgling ideas and proven innovation
by focusing on clean fuel, efficient flying operations, revolutionary fleet concepts and sustainable travel & business practices.
•Awards & accolades:
1.Delta earned the No. 5 spot in employee satisfaction and an overall score of 91.13.
2.In Italy, Delta was named"Best Airline for Business Travellers – Long Haul“
3. Delta was announced as"Best Business Airline to North and South America"at the Reismedia Business Travel Awards in
Amsterdam
•Latest News about the company

10. Performance Matrices
• Key Matrices (For last 3 - 5 Years)
•Revenue growth: 30 percent year-over-year
•Profit growth: Pre-tax earning $5 billion
•Customers growth: $141.6million
•Key Competition: American Airline, United Airline
•EPS: 7.15
•PE: 6.57
•Market Cap: $30,242,654,236
•Valuation: $53,000,400,000
•Annualized Dividend: $0.40

11. BMC – Delta crop AirlineKey Partners Key Activities Value Propositions
Customer Relationships
& Channels
Customer Segments
Key Resources Competition
Cost Structure Revenue Streams
•Airport operators
•Air traffic control
authorities
•Fuel suppliers
•Maintenance service
providers
•Other airlines for
codeshare agreements
•Maintaining and
operating aircraft,
acquiring and
managing
pesticide supplies
•Fleet of airplanes and
helicopters
•experience in low-
level flying and
spraying techniques
•Price Sensitive.
•Sustainability.
•Connecting World
•Passengers.
•Cargo Companies.
•Farmers
•Alaska Airlines.
•JetBlue Airline.
•American Airlines.
•United Airline
•Southwest Airlines
•Ticket Price
•Transportation.
•Service fees based on the area treated or the amount of pesticides
applied.
•Likely relied on building
trust and demonstrating
results with farmers.
•Loyal customers.
Fuel costs, aircraft maintenance, pilot salaries, pesticide and
insecticide supplies, and operational costs associated with
flying missions.

12. Porter’s Five Forces Model –Delta crop Airline
C
Threat of New Entry
Starting an airline is
expensive (planes, staff,
airports). Delta is
already established.
D
Substitutes
Trains/buses compete
for short trips, video
conferencing could
reduce business travel.
B
Buyer Power
Customers have choices, but
Delta focuses on loyalty
programs and good service.A
Supplier Power
Plane makers (Airbus, Boeing) have
limited competition. Fuel costs are
a big expense. Delta's size gives
them some bargaining power.
Competitive
Rivalry
Competitive Rivalry
Many airlines compete on routes, price, and
service. Delta focuses on premium options
and efficiency.

13. SWOT Analysis – Delta crop Airline
THREATS
•Fluctuating fuel prices
•Intense competition
•Global economic &
political issues
WEAKNESSES
•Reliant on North
American market
•Unionized workforce
(potentially higher costs)
STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES
•Growth in new travel
markets
•Fuel-efficient
technologies
•Sustainability focus
•Strong brand &
reputation
•Large & modern fleet
•Global network &
partnerships
•Efficient operations

14. Preparing for the Delta crop
•Why knowing this company useful for you
•Broader industry understanding:Airlines are a complex business touching on many areas: engineering, logistics,
hospitality, finance, and even international relations. Understanding their operations provides valuable insights into how
different industries work together.
•How would you prepare for this company
•Jobs available: Reservation sales and customer care, Corporate, Finance.
•Skill sets required: Communication, Problem solving, Flexibility, Customer service, Decision making.
•Interview questions:
•Tell us about yourself and your background.
•Why are you interested in working for Delta Airlines?
•What motivates you to work in the airline industry?

15. Learnings
❑Learnings from Sector:
1. Importance of efficiency:Airlines operate on tight margins, requiring them to be very efficient in everything they do, from fuel usage to
scheduling.
2. Customer service focus:Happy customers are repeat customers. Airlines invest heavily in providing a positive travel experience.
3. Impact of external factors:Fuel prices, global events, and economic conditions can significantly impact the airline industry.
4. Rapidly changing environment:New technologies like fuel-efficient planes and self-service options constantly reshape the industry.
❑Feedback on the sessions: This sessions was very insightful in research aspect. How to find data? How to analyse it? One small thing can
affect whole industry.
Unlocking industry secrets

16. Sources of data you captured
•Sector and company research:
•Federal Aviation Administration.
•International air Transport Association. (IATA)
•Delta crop Airline official website.
•Google Wikipedia
•Google bard AI

•Financial Analysis:
•NASDAQ
•Delta crop Airline official website

17. Some suggested sources
•Sector Research Reports
•Delta Air Lines, Inc. - Delta Air Lines Announces December
Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results
•dal-20221231 (stocklight.com)
•Home (icao.int)
•International Civil Aviation Organization - Wikipedia
•Equity Research Reports
•Equitymaster: https://www.equitymaster.com/
•Delta Air Lines Financial Ratios for Analysis 2009-2024 | DAL
| MacroTrends
•Delta Air Lines, Inc.: Fundamental Analysis and Financial
Ratings | DAL | US2473617023 | MarketScreener
•Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Income Statement - Yahoo Finance