What Happened
Major US Carriers Explored Tie-Up Amid Industry Consolidation
United Airlines reportedly approached Delta Air Lines about a potential merger last year, according to The Wall Street Journal. The proposed tie-up would have combined two of the largest US carriers, but talks did not advance after Delta conducted preliminary due diligence. United CEO Scott Kirby also explored a merger with American Airlines, but the proposal was rejected. The potential merger would have had significant implications for the airline industry and likely faced scrutiny from federal antitrust regulators. The news was first reported by Fox Business.