US closes probe into 2024 Delta Air Lines meltdown sparked by CrowdStrike outage (opens original article in a new tab)

The US Transportation Department closed an investigation into Delta Air Lines' 2024 meltdown caused by a CrowdStrike software outage, finding that passengers received proper assistance and refunds. USDOT also decided not to impose penalties on Delta or other airlines during similar investigations.

• US Transportation Department closed probe into Delta Air Lines' 2024 meltdown caused by CrowdStrike outage
• Delta passengers received prompt refunds, adequate baggage assistance, and appropriate disability support according to the review
• USDOT decided not to impose penalties on Delta or other airlines during similar investigations