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Delta Flight DL89 Fuel Dump $78.75 Million Class Action Settlement

Property owners, residents, and renters in Southern California affected by jet fuel dumped from Delta Flight DL89 on January 14, 2020 may be eligible for compensation.

Settlement Overview

The Delta Air Lines Flight DL89 Settlement resolves a major class action lawsuit arising from a fuel jettison incident on January 14, 2020, when Delta Flight DL89 dumped jet fuel over populated areas of Southern California while returning to Los Angeles International Airport. Plaintiffs allege the released fuel landed on residential properties, vehicles, outdoor areas, parks, and schools, creating environmental hazards, property damage, and public safety concerns. Delta denies wrongdoing, arguing its crew followed aviation safety protocols, but agreed to settle to avoid costly and uncertain litigation.  


The settlement creates a $78.75 million fund to compensate qualifying property owners, residents, and renters whose homes or rented dwellings (1-4 unit residential properties) were located within the certified class area on January 14, 2020. Verification is based on expert mapping and the official list of affected residences prepared by an expert. After court-approved deductions (notice and administration costs, attorneys’ fees, and service awards), the remainder (approximately $50.59 million) will be divided into two funds: an Owners’ Settlement Fund (67%) and a Residents’ Settlement Fund (33%). Payments are distributed equally among verified claimants within each group.  


Class members must submit valid claim forms by the deadline to be eligible for compensation. Payment amounts are not yet fixed and will depend on the number of verified claims submitted. Claims can be filed online or via mail with required documentation. 


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Who Is Eligible?

You’re eligible if you:

  • Owned, resided in, or rented a 1-4 unit residential property in the defined class area on January 14, 2020.
  • Your property appears on the official list of affected addresses compiled by expert mapping (Kilpatrick list).
  • You did not sell the property before disclosure of the fuel jettison event without informing the buyer.
  • You have not already sued Delta related to this incident (except as a named plaintiff).
  • You file a valid Claim Form by the deadline.  

How to File a Claim


  • Visit the official claim site and complete the Claim Form online or download and mail a paper form.
  • Provide your name, contact info, property address, and documentation showing you owned, lived in, or rented an affected property on January 14, 2020.
  • You may need to certify that your information is accurate under penalty of perjury.
  • Claims must be submitted or postmarked by the deadline to be considered.
  • If you received a Unique ID with a notice, use it to submit your claim.
  • Payment method options include paper check or electronic payment (e.g., PayPal or Venmo). 
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Documentation Requirements

Proof is required. Claimants must provide documentation confirming:

  • The address of the affected property.
  • That they owned, lived in, or rented the property on January 14, 2020.
  • Supporting records may include property deeds, title documents, utility bills, lease agreements, or public records.
  • Claimants will attest under penalty of perjury that the information and documentation are accurate.
  • False or fraudulent claims may be rejected and can carry consequences.  


Estimated Payout With Proof

  • Payments may be higher when complete documentation verifies your status as an owner or resident within the class area.


Estimated Payout Without Complete Documentation

  • Because documentation verification is required for eligibility, “no proof” is not an option for verified claims. Minimal documentation such as residency or rental confirmation must be supplied for claim validation.

Payout Details


  • Delta Air Lines agreed to pay $78,750,000 into the settlement.  
  • After approved deductions for attorneys’ fees, costs, and administration, the Net Settlement Fund is estimated at around $50,590,000. 
  • The Net Settlement Fund is allocated as:
  • Owners Settlement Fund: 67% of the net fund
  • Residents Settlement Fund: 33% of the net fund
  • Within each group, funds are split equally per property (owners) or per claimant (residents/renters) after verification.

Key Information

Payout Range

Pending - Pending

Claim Deadline

February 6, 2026

20 days left

Total Settlement Fund

$78,750,000

Settlement Administrator Contact
Name: Delta Air Lines Settlement Administrator
Important Dates
Opt-Out: February 6, 2026
Final Approval: May 18, 2026
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