BEFORE THE
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Joint Application of
DELTA AIR LINES, INC. and
AEROVIAS DE MEXICO, S.A. DE C.V.
Under 49 U.S.C. §§ 41308 and 41309 for Approval of
and Antitrust Immunity for Alliance Agreements
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Docket DOT-OST-2015-0070
SUPPORT LETTERS
FOR DELTA AIR LINES, INC. AND AEROVIAS DE MEXICO, S.A. DE C.V.
Communications with respect to this document should be addressed to:
Christopher Walker
Director – Regulatory Affairs
Steven J. Seiden
Director – Regulatory Affairs
DELTA AIR LINES, INC.
1212 New York Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005
(202) 216-0700
[email protected]
[email protected]
April 11, 2024
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Christopher Walker
Director
Regulatory Affairs
Delta Air Lines, Inc.
601 Pennsylvania Ave NW
North Building Suite 700
Washington, DC 20004
202.216.0700
[email protected]
April 11, 2024
RE: Support Letters for Delta and Aeromexico’s JCA in Docket DOT-OST-2015-0070
Enclosed for submission in the above-referenced docket are letters and op-eds
in support of Delta and Aeromexico’s Joint Cooperation Agreement from State Elected
Officials, Cities, Businesses, Travel Companies, and Editorials.
• Minnesota Senate President, District 59, Bobby Joe Champion
• Georgia State Representative, District 63, Kim Schofield
• City of Minneapolis, Minnesota
• City of Saint Paul, Minnesota
• City of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
• City of Edinburg, Texas
• City of West Hollywood, California
• Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
• Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)
• JC Tour and Travel
• Dematic KION North America
• Detroit News
• Emilia Gonzales Avalos, Executive Director of Unidos Minnesota
S
incerely,
C
hristopher Walker
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c: All parties listed on the attached Service List
March 29, 2024
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Secretary Buttigieg,
I am writing with concern for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) recent tentative decision to
terminate the approval of the Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA) between Delta Air Lines and
Aeroméxico. If this decision comes to fruition, it will leave a devastating impact on our state’s economy
while hindering travel and trade between Georgia and Mexico.
Georgia is home to the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) which serves as the busiest
airport in the world and the headquarters for Delta Air Lines. The relationship fostered between Delta Air
Lines and Aeroméxico has facilitated job creation and economic growth but has also provided consumers
with affordable travel options. If the DOT terminates the JCA, five essential nonstop routes between ATL
and various airports in Mexico would be at significant risk of being canceled, impacting more than
660,000 passengers who utilize these flights. Not only would this limit travel options for passengers and
increase airfares, but it would also put thousands of jobs at risk.
My district in particular includes portions of Southeast Atlanta that are adjacent to airport where many
employees live, and any growth of the company has a positive impact on their communities.
Understandably, I am concerned that this tentative decision to terminate the JCA will undoubtedly impact
the well-being of the citizens I represent.
Additionally, the JCA allows for streamlined access between the U.S. and Mexico, so any disruption of
the airlines’ service could result in a negative impact on our business community. Since Mexico is our
number two trade partner, I fear that a reduction in flights would hamstring many of our businesses and
cause an increase in consumer prices – something that we simply cannot afford.
I urge the DOT to reconsider this unprecedented decision and pursue alternative methods to ensure the
Government of Mexico abides by our air services agreement. Please protect Georgia consumers and
businesses and allow Delta Air Lines and Aeroméxico to continue their strategic partnership.
Sincerely,
Representative Kim Schofield, D63
Georgia General Assembly
Office of Mayor Jacob Frey
350 S. Fifth St. - Room 331
Minneapolis, MN 55415
TEL 612.673.2100
April 11, 2024
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Secretary Buttigieg,
I am writing about the Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA) between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico.
We have been informed that changes affecting the JCA may risk canceling up to two dozen flight routes
between the U.S. and Mexico. This includes the direct route between Minneapolis/St. Paul
International Airport (MSP) and Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) that over 86,000 passengers
flew in 2023.
The direct flight from MSP-MEX with connections to points throughout Mexico, is very valuable to
Minnesota businesses and travelers. Mexico is the State of Minnesota’s second largest trade partner
and residents of Mexican decent make up a large part of Minnesota’s Latino community.
The City of Minneapolis and State of Minnesota rely on a strong relationship with Mexico. I am writing
in hopes that any issue concerning the JCA can be resolved.
Yours truly,
Jacob Frey
Mayor, City of Minneapolis
OFFICE OF MAYOR MELVIN CARTER
CITY OF SAINT PAUL
390 City Hall
15 Kellogg Boulevard West
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102
STPAUL.GOV
April 10, 2024
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Secretary Buttigieg,
Thank you for the opportunity to offer this letter to underscore the concerns of our community
regarding the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) order to terminate the approval of the Joint
Cooperative Agreement (JCA) between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico. Given the impacts of this
termination, I encourage the DOT to reconsider this action, and explore alternative options.
Community members from across our state rely on a strong economic and travel relationship with
Mexico. The JCA reflects a strategic partnership that benefits travelers and businesses alike, fostering
economic growth and cultural exchange. As our state’s second-largest trade partner, Mexico supports
91,000 jobs in Minnesota. In 2022, trade between Mexico and Minnesota reached $2.8 billion, reflecting
a vital economic link between our communities.
Termination of the JCA between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico stands to impact nearly two dozen
flight routes between the U.S. and Mexico, including a direct route between Minneapolis/St. Paul
International Airport (MSP) and Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) that more than 86,000
passengers flew in 2023.
Reconsidering the decision to terminate the JCA would allow the DOT to resolve this situation through
direct consultation with the Mexico government and help ensure the ongoing strength of our
community’s established partnerships and economic relationships.
Thank you again for the opportunity to offer this letter.
Sincerely,
Mayor Melvin Carter
City of Saint Paul, Minnesota
City of Brooklyn Park 7970 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763-703-0905
Hollies J. Winston
Mayor
City of Brooklyn Park
Hennepin County
Minnesota
April 10, 2024
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Secretary Buttigieg,
It has come to my attention that the Department of Transportation (DOT) has tentatively decided to terminate the approval of the Joint
Cooperation Agreement (JCA) between Delta Air Lines and Aeroméxico. As the mayor of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota – a place that
supports diversity and economic opportunity for all – I urge you not to go forward with this plan. This decision would be devastating
to my community, particularly for our Latino residents.
In Minnesota, the termination of the JCA would affect one route between the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) and
the Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City. MSP is only half an hour’s drive from Brooklyn Park, and Benito
Juárez is the busiest airport in Mexico and Latin America. This route is key in ensuring we remain connected with Mexico for trade
purposes, as well as making sure our Latino community members can visit friends and family across our southern border.
Brooklyn Park is the sixth-largest city in Minnesota, and we have an incredibly diverse population, with 60 percent identifying as non-
white. With so many different cultures and backgrounds represented, it is important that Brooklyn Park residents stay connected to
their family and friends as well as their cultural roots. The flight between MSP and MEX helps support this by offering direct and
affordable access to Mexico, while also serving as an important connector to Central and South America.
The JCA is also a critical piece of the vital trade relationship between Minnesota and Mexico by streamlining the overall trade process.
Trade with Mexico has helped Minnesota strengthen our economy and diversify business ecosystem, amounting to $6.2 billion in
2022 and supporting more than 91,000 jobs in our state. Ease of trade creates more opportunities for business owners to find
interesting products and expand their customer base and the loss of these routes could have catastrophic effects on local businesses.
Terminating the JCA would be detrimental to Minnesota and my constituents in Brooklyn Park. It is critical that the DOT strengthen
our partnership with Mexico and continue bolstering trade with trusted partners. Without the support of the JCA, prices for goods and
services – including flights – will rise, and consumers will bear the brunt of these effects. I urge the DOT to reconsider this tentative
decision and instead focus on ways to reinforce our relationship with Mexico for the benefit of all parties involved.
Thank you for working on this critical issue.
Respectfully,
Mayor Hollies J. Winston
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Mayor: Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
7970 Brooklyn Blvd.
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
Phone: 763-703-0905
Email: Mayor@BrooklynPark.org
Hollies Winston
March 29, 2024
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Secretary Buttigieg,
I am concerned with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) recent tentative
decision to end the approval of the Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA) between
Delta Air Lines and Aeroméxico. As Mayor of West Hollywood, I’m worried that this
decision will hurt my constituents and our local economy.
California and Mexico have a unique relationship that promotes tourism and
business in both areas. Since its inception in 2017, the JCA has supported this
relationship by providing accessible, affordable transportation between the Golden
State and Mexico. If the DOT ends approval of the JCA, up to 23 flight routes could
be at risk of cancellation. Two of those routes are from Los Angeles International
Airport (LAX). In 2023 alone, more than 1.3 million passengers traveled on these
flights.
My constituents are among the many passengers who rely on affordable travel
between California and Mexico, particularly our LGBTQ+ community. More than
40
percent of West Hollywood residents identify as LGBTQ+, and many use the JCA-
supported flights to travel to similar hubs of LGBTQ+ communities in Mexico, such
as the Zona Rosa neighborhood in Mexico City. The loss of the JCA-provided flights
would leave them with fewer options for travel, which could inevitably lead to higher
airfares for this community and other California residents.
Terminating approval of the JCA would also hurt West Hollywood’s economy. In
2022, almost 1.5 million tourists
from Mexico came to Los Angeles. Our local
businesses depend on the revenue these tourists generate. The loss of JCA-
supported flight routes could keep would-be travelers from visiting California, which
would hurt our local businesses and potentially put jobs at risk.
The DOT’s tentative decision to terminate approval of the JCA is drastic and
unprecedented. While I understand the need to ensure that Mexico adheres to the
U.S.-Mexico air services agreement, this decision will only hurt local consumers and
communities. I respectfully ask the DOT to reverse its decision and allow the JCA
between Delta Air Lines and Aeroméxico to continue.
Sincerely,
John M. Erickson
Mayor
City Hall
8300 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA
90069-6216
Tel. (323) 848-6460
FAX (323) 848 6562
CITY COUNCIL
JOHN M. ERICKSON
Mayor
C
HELSEA LEE BYERS
Vice Mayor
J
OHN HEILMAN
Councilmember
L
AUREN MEISTER
Councilmember
S
EPI SHYNE
Councilmember
City of
West Hollywood
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
180 East 5
th
Street Suite 1200, St. Paul MN 55101
Phone 651-259-7114 or 1-800-657-3858
mn.gov/deed
April 5, 2024
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Secretary Buttigieg,
I am writing on behalf of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
(DEED), and specifically the Minnesota Trade Office, to urge the U.S. Department of Transportation
(DOT) to carefully consider the ramifications of terminating the approval of the Joint Cooperation
Agreement (JCA) between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico, and request that the Administration not
terminate the approval of the JCA, but instead employ other options to address its policy concerns with
Mexico.
I recognize that the Government of Mexico is bound by the Air Transport Agreement Between the
Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Mexican States, but it is in
the best interest of Minnesota that DOT explore other options rather than arbitrarily end this strategic
partnership. We are particularly concerned about the harm that Minnesotan businesses and air travelers
will experience as a result of the termination of the JCA. The termination of the JCA between the two
airlines would pose a significant risk of the canceling the direct route between Minneapolis/St. Paul
International Airport (MSP) and Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) that over 86,000 passengers
flew in 2023. This route was established after the JCA was in place and would likely be at significant risk
if the JCA is terminated.
The impact of DOT’s action would be significantly felt throughout Minnesota. Mexico is Minnesota’s
second largest export market. In 2023, $3.3 billion of goods were exported from Minnesota to Mexico, an
increase from $2.8 billion in 2022 and representing nearly a $1 billion increase in exports from 2021
levels. Critical industries in Minnesota such as agriculture, electrical equipment, food products,
machinery, medical devices, and vehicles all rely on a strong relationship between Minnesota and Mexico
to do business. Moreover, our trade statistics do not include the growth in service exports to Mexico,
including Mexican students studying at Minnesota’s educational institutions and legal, accounting, and
architectural services sold to Mexican customers. The direct flight from MSP-MEX, combined with easy
one-stop connections from MEX to points throughout Mexico, provided by the JCA, is important as
Minnesota continues to grow its trade opportunities with Mexico.
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
180 East 5
th
Street Suite 1200, St. Paul MN 55101
Phone 651-259-7114 or 1-800-657-3858
mn.gov/deed
The tentative decision to end the JCA approval has the potential to negatively impact Minnesotans. We
hope DOT will consider alternatives to achieve its policy goals without the collateral impact on jobs and
tourism in Minnesota.
Thank you for your consideration on this critical issue.
Sincerely,
Matt Varilek
Commissioner
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
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Karen
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Karim
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President
Matthew
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Vice President
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John Ackerman
Chief Executive Officer
April
3,
2024
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Re: Termination of Joint Cooperation Agreement between Delta Airlines and
Aeromexico
Dear Secretary Buttigieg,
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) wishes to share concerns related to the
United States Department
of
Transportation's (DOT) tentative decision to
terminate the Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA) between Delta Air Lines
and Aeromexico. We respectfully urge DOT to carefully consider any
administrative or regulatory actions that could potentially result
in
the loss
of
international air service
in
Los Angeles.
Los Angeles is a vital gateway between the U.S. and international markets,
particularly Asia and Latin America, and has had an especially slow recovery
of
air service on key international routes following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Every international market is important, and DOT should be working to
promote and expand access to international markets.
LAWA works closely with Los Angeles City and regional tourism officials to
maintain and expand international air service at Los Angeles International
Airport (LAX) as this service
is
critical to the City and to the regional
economy of Southern California. We look forward to welcoming the world to
Los Angeles for the Olympic Games
in
2028, the FIFA World Cup
in
2026,
and a host of other events
in
the next several years. As the City of Los
Angeles agency responsible for operating LAX, LAWA has a vital role
in
growing this connectivity to the world.
Thank you to you and DOT for any role you can play
in
retaining and
improving international air service into the Los Angeles region.
Sincere
ly,
\S3h
John Ackerman
Chief Executive Officer
1 World Way L
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Angeles Californ ia 90045-5803
Mai
l P.O. Box 92216
Los
Angeles California 90009-2216 Telephone
855
463 5252 Internet www.lawa.org
The Honorable Pete Buttigieg
Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590
February 9, 2024
Dear Pete Buttigieg,
JC Tour & Travel wishes to express our significant concern with the Department of Transportation’s (DOT)
proposal to terminate approval of the strategic partnership between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico. Reducing
the number of flights between the U.S. and Mexico will have harmful consequences for the economy and
travelers, not to mention the communities that rely on these flights.
The partnership between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico provides substantial contributions to both nations’
economies, and a strong and growing air travel infrastructure will continue to be a key part of the relationship.
Business leaders and their employees rely on these air routes to support their business activity and operations.
DOT’s proposal, which could cancel almost two dozen air routes between the U.S. and Mexico and cut capacity
by 30% on an additional 10 flights, would have devastating consequences for the economy, consumers, and
communities that rely on these routes. To date, 45 million customers have benefitted from Delta and
Aeromexico’s strategic partnership. These routes have facilitated thousands of jobs and convenient air travel for
citizens and businesses from both countries. These routes, and the competition they provide, help keep airfares
low to the benefit of consumers. Eliminating these routes will reduce supply and raise costs.
We are especially concerned about the Department’s tentative decision given the airlines’ commitment to
continued investment in and expansion of this partnership. This action by the DOT to achieve a diplomatic end
at the expense of economic partnership and consumers is without precedent.
We respectfully ask that you support the cross border air service enabled by the Delta and Aeromexico
partnership and urge the Biden Administration to reconsider this action. It is our hope that we can identify a
policy solution or other options while continuing to support the much-needed partnership between Delta and
Aeromexico.
Sincerely,
Youngra Kim
President
JC Tour & Travel
Editorial: Keep Delta, Aeromexico travel pact in place
Far more diplomacy is in order before the Department of Transportation moves ahead with its
tentative plans to unravel the partnership between Delta Airlines and Aeromexico, a move that would
make travel between Detroit and Mexico City more cumbersome.
The joint venture, in place since 2016, allows the two airlines to coordinate routes, pricing and
scheduling and has resulted in 18 more direct flights daily between the U.S. and Mexico, including
several from Detroit/Wayne County Metropolitan Airport.
The added convenience matters. Detroit’s automotive industry has extensive operations in Mexico
and is heavily dependent on Mexican suppliers. Improved connectivity makes the cross-border
relationship far more efficient.
W
ithout the
p
artnershi
p
between Delta and Aeromexico, travelers from Detroit can ex
p
ect fli
g
hts with
multiple stops at other airports.
DOT is upset with how the Mexican government is managing the Mexico City International Airport,
specifically its decision to shift cargo flights to a nearby airport and reduce passenger traffic overall.
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Capacity at the airport “has been reduced over the last [three seasons] to the detriment of both
current air carriers and potential new entrants,” agency officials wrote. The concern is that fewer slots
at the airport and moving cargo to another airport will raise travel and shipping costs.
Letters from 11 members of Michigan’s congressional delegation and a group of 15 Hispanic
congressional members urge Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to explore alternative options
for addressing the agency’s policy objectives, rather than taking a step that would damage tourism
and business travel.
“The Department’s actions would disrupt seamless leisure and business travel between the U.S. and
Mexico and would harm Michigan’s economy,” the Michigan lawmakers wrote.
The cross-border partnership has benefited the two airlines and their customers. Automakers are
among the primary beneficiary. Ford Motor Co. alone booked 8,228 trips to Mexico City last year.
In addition, 500,000 tourists annually visit Michigan from Mexico, spending an average $1,500 each,
according to the Detroit Regional Chamber.
The availability of so many non-stop flights out of Detroit is a competitive advantage for companies
here that do business with Mexico.
The beef is between the two governments, and not the airlines, both of which have protested the
DOT’s decision.
Delta and Aeromexico responded to the DOT move in February, saying that the two companies “have
no responsibility to control” the Mexican government’s changes at the Mexico City airport, adding
such concerns should be addressed using other means.
“The department’s generalized displeasure with the actions of a foreign government — devoid of
concrete details as to why those actions supposedly contravene the applicable bilateral agreement or
harm U.S. aviation interests — is not a le
g
itimate basis to rescind an (a
g
reement) that has been in
place for over seven years,” Delta and Aeromexico attorneys wrote.
Ending the bilateral agreement is a decision of enormous consequence for travelers, as well as for the
automotive and airline industry. Following through on the decision will make travel to Mexico more
difficult and costly.
That’s not in anyone’s best interest. The Department of Transportation should continue negotiating
w
ith its Mexican counter
p
arts to
p
reserve an a
g
reement that has an established track record of
success.
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Jeopardized airline pact could put Minnesota’s Latino
community at risk
E
milia Gonzalez Avalos
A
Delta Air Lines fli
g
ht from Mexico landin
g
at Minnea
p
olis-St. Paul International Air
p
ort. Credit:
MinnPost photo by Corey Anderson
The Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) recently welcomed U.S. Deputy Secretary of
Transportation Polly Trottenberg and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff as part of the Biden
A
dministration’s “Investin
g
in America” tour. However, absent from their discussion was the
potential impact of a recent tentative decision from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
that would affect a crucial flight serving the Twin Cities, and thereby disproportionately affect the
Latino community here in Minnesota.
The DOT has proposed a tentative termination of the Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA) between
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Delta and Aeromexico, putting the airlines’ partnership in jeopardy. Terminating the JCA would put
almost two dozen air routes between the United States and Mexico at risk, including one that operates
out of MSP, as well as thousands of jobs.
Over time, we have built Minneapolis as a realization of the American dream by addressing challenges
to ensure the well-being of all its citizens. Continuing to drive economic growth and improve quality
of life means thwarting harmful proposals like this that directly impact members of the Latino
community. Terminating the JCA between Delta and Aeromexico could have significant consequences
for Latinos and businesses in Minneapolis that would reverberate across the state.
Looking back, the JCA has improved connectivity between Mexico and the United States since its
establishment in 2016. More than 350,000 passengers relied on the Delta-Aeromexico flight route
connecting MSP and Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in 2023. If approval of the JCA is
terminated, this vital route, which serves as a lifeline for many Latino families, is at risk of being
canceled.
The flight made possible by this strategic partnership has had many positive effects, including
increased market competition and more affordable airfare. Businesses depend on reliable
transportation between the two countries to support trade partnerships and operations. In Minnesota
specifically, trade with Mexico totaled $5.4 billion in 2021 and supports more than 90,000 jobs.
Losing access to this route could impact the businesses that use it to support their operations.
Thousands of U.S. jobs would be at risk if the DOT does not renew approval of the JCA.
Further, Minnesota has a fast-growing Latino population, with more than 300,000 residents who
identify as Latino. Of that group, 66% are of Mexican descent. Many of our state’s Mexican and Latino
residents rely on easy access between Minnesota and Mexico to visit family and friends and stay
connected to their heritage. It is no question they would likely feel the economic and familial effects of
this tentative decision.
I am from Mexico City; my family is from Mexico City. Due to immigration challenges, I had been
livin
g
in Minnesota for 20
y
ears without the abilit
y
to visit m
y
famil
y
and m
y
home countr
y
. When I
finally obtained my green card, I used this potentially discontinued route to reunite with my family.
This route is incredibly personal to me and many members of the Mexican American community here
in Minnesota.
The DOT’s proposal is in response to unrelated concerns regarding Mexico’s aviation policy. While the
need to ensure that the Mexican government honors our countries’ air-services agreement is
understandable, ending the important partnership between Delta and Aeromexico is not the way to
reach a solution.
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Emilia González Avalos
The best way to support our cities is through smart policies that boost our economy and support the
people who live in them. The termination of the JCA would do the opposite. Should the DOT finalize
its proposed decision, Minnesotans, and especially Latinos, would be unfairly punished for a
diplomatic dispute they have no part in. So, while the Biden administration continues to tout new
investments in infrastructure and transportation, the DOT must make regulatory decisions that help,
not harm, Minnesotans and our Latino community.
E
milia Gonzalez Avalos is the executive director o
f
Unidos MN, a
g
rassroots or
g
anization that
works to advance social, racial and economic justice for working families.
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
A copy of the foregoing has been served this 11
th
day of April 2024 upon the following persons
via email:
Air Carrier Name Email Address
Alaska David Heffernan [email protected]
Allegiant Aaron Goerlich agoerlich@ggh-airlaw.com
American Brent Alex brent.alex@aa.com
American Bruce Wark [email protected]
American Molly Wilkinson [email protected]
Amerijet Roy Leon [email protected]
Atlas Keinan Meginniss [email protected]
Atlas Sascha Vanderbellen [email protected]
Federal Express Anne Bechdolt [email protected]
Federal Express Brian Hedberg [email protected]
Frontier Howard Diamond [email protected]
Hawaiian Parker Erkmann [email protected]
JetBlue Robert Land [email protected]
JetBlue Reese Davidson r[email protected]
Kalitta Air Jonathon Foglia [email protected]
National Airlines Malcolm Benge [email protected]
National Airlines John Richardson jrichar[email protected]
Polar Air Cargo Kevin Montgomery [email protected]
Southwest Leslie Abbott [email protected]
Spirit Airlines David Kirstein [email protected]m
Spirit Airlines Joanne Young [email protected]
Sun Country Rose Neale [email protected]
United Dan Weiss dan.weiss@united.com
United Steve Morrissey [email protected]
United Amna Arshad [email protected]
UPS Dontai Smalls [email protected]
Todd Homan todd.[email protected]
Peter Irvine [email protected]
Jason Horner jason.[email protected]
Fahad Ahmad [email protected]
Kevin Bryan k[email protected]
Benjamin Taylor [email protected]
Robert Finamore [email protected]
Brett Kruger [email protected]
Kristen Gatlin kristen.gat[email protected]
Eugene Alford [email protected]
Joseph Landart [email protected]
Tricia Kubrin tr[email protected]
Katherine Celeste [email protected]
Patricia Corcoran patricia.corcor[email protected]
Robert Carty r[email protected]
David Williams [email protected]
Evin Isaacson [email protected]
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