Republic Airways

Republic Airways Holdings announced on November 25, 2025, the successful completion of its merger with Mesa Air Group, a landmark transaction that creates the second-largest regional airline in the United States. The merger agreement, first announced on April 7, 2025, received stockholder approval on November 17, 2025, marking a significant consolidation in the regional aviation sector. Under the merger terms, Republic Airways shareholders retain approximately 88% ownership of the combined company, while Mesa shareholders hold between 6% and 12%, contingent upon the final settlement of Mesa’s pre-closing obligations. The transaction creates a unified organization comprising more than 8,000 aviation professionals dedicated to expanding regional air service across North America.