So I saw this blurb about American Airlines saying they're not merging with United. Apparently, there were some rumors floating around, but American shot those down pretty quick. They said they aren't talking to United and aren't interested in merging.
Honestly, I'm not too surprised. Mergers like that are massive and super complicated. Plus, with how big both airlines already are, it might just be too much to handle. I mean, remember the whole American and US Airways thing? That was a huge deal, and it took a while for everything to settle.
I'm wondering, though, what would even happen if two giants like American and United did decide to merge? Would it actually be a good thing for passengers, or would it just mean higher prices and less competition?
And do you think these rumors keep popping up because people expect more consolidation in the industry? I kind of feel like there's already been a lot of that over the years. Anyway, curious to hear what you all think about this. Are you relieved they're not merging, or do you think it could be an interesting move if they did?
Honestly, I'm not too surprised. Mergers like that are massive and super complicated. Plus, with how big both airlines already are, it might just be too much to handle. I mean, remember the whole American and US Airways thing? That was a huge deal, and it took a while for everything to settle.
I'm wondering, though, what would even happen if two giants like American and United did decide to merge? Would it actually be a good thing for passengers, or would it just mean higher prices and less competition?
And do you think these rumors keep popping up because people expect more consolidation in the industry? I kind of feel like there's already been a lot of that over the years. Anyway, curious to hear what you all think about this. Are you relieved they're not merging, or do you think it could be an interesting move if they did?