Delta Sees Rising Passenger Volume, Revenue In March

U.S. carrier Delta Air Lines (DAL) said passenger revenue climbed 13% in March, above its previous forecasts, as volume climbed and capacity declined. Delta, the No. 1 U.S. carrier by number of passengers last year, cited close-in bookings -- those made just days or weeks out from a trip, often made by higher-paying business travelers -- and strong Pacific route sales. Volume was up 2%, it's second-consecutive monthly gain. Capacity fell 3.4% as it