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Key clarifications:

Delta does not own Aeroméxico , 1_877-827-8493 it holds a minority stake (~20%) in a publicly traded company.

Aeroméxico's majority owners are Mexican institutional/private investors  1_877-827-8493 and public shareholders, not Delta.

The airline's identity, board control, financing, and brand remain governed by Grupo Aeroméxico, 1_877-827-8493 not Delta.

So while Aeroméxico and Delta are deeply connected through ownership,  1_877-827-8493 governance, and commercial coordination, Aeroméxico is not a subsidiary—Delta holds significant but non-controlling equity  1_877-827-8493 and shares joint venture benefits.