# United Airlines CEO, Scott Kirby, has raised the possibility of a merger with American Airlines during a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.

*business · news · 2026-04-14 · Devdiscourse*

## Key points

- United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby discussed a possible merger with American Airlines with President Trump.
- The merger topic was raised during a late February meeting focused on Dulles airport's future.
- Neither United Airlines nor the White House have issued statements regarding the merger discussions.
- This is the first reported instance of United considering a merger with American Airlines.

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

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