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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says he tried to negotiate a merger with American.
United Airlines' CEO Scott Kirby confirmed he proposed a merger with American Airlines for the first time.
KEY POINTS
- American Airlines publicly rejected United's merger proposal and declined to engage in discussions.
- The merger would have created the world's largest airline and was pitched as beneficial for U.S. interests.
- Reports reveal Kirby floated the merger idea to President Trump and administration officials earlier this month.
- Aviation experts believe current administration openness and industry conditions make airline mergers more feasible now.
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