Report: United Airlines CEO Approached Delta Counterpart About a Mega-Merger in 2023
A new report from Politico claims that United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby approached Delta Air Lines about a potential mega-merger last year. The discussion, described as preliminary, took place between Kirby and Delta CEO Ed Bastian. The proposal aimed to create the world's largest airline, but the talks did not advance. According to sources, Bastian was not receptive to the idea. Any such deal would have faced immense scrutiny and likely opposition from the Department of Justice over antitrust concerns.
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