# United and American were ‌already the ‌world's two largest airlines by available capacity in 2025.

*business · news · 2026-04-14 · The Japan Times *

## Key points

- United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby discussed a potential merger with American Airlines with President Trump.
- This merger would be the largest U.S. airline consolidation since the last major wave over a decade ago.
- A combined United and American would surpass Delta Air Lines in global available capacity by 2025.
- The proposed deal would face significant regulatory scrutiny due to its impact on market concentration.

**Companies:** United Airlines, American Airlines
**Countries:** United States

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