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United Airlines CEO confirms approach to American, says talks have ended

By Michele Maatouk

Date: Monday 27 Apr 2026

(Sharecast News) - The chief executive of United Airlines confirmed on Monday that he did approach American Airlines about a potential merger but said talks have now ended after its rival declined to engage.
Scott Kirby said in a statement: "I approached American about exploring a combination because I thought we...

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