The New York Times – Travel:
The carrier has become the country’s most profitable by catering to affluent travelers, but it is facing stiffer competition from United.
Category: Kirby, Scott (1967- )
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United Airlines CEO, Rebuffed by American, Says He’s Skeptical of Other Deals
The New York Times – Travel:
The chief executive, Scott Kirby, said that buying a smaller airline might not be worth the effort.
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United Airlines Says It Pitched American on Merger but Was Rebuffed
The New York Times – Travel:
United’s chief acknowledged for the first time that he had broached the idea of a merger with American, which was unwilling to consider it.
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Why Everyone, Including Trump, Is Talking About Airline Mergers
The New York Times – Travel:
A few carriers are making a lot of money while many are struggling. President Trump and industry executives seem to think mergers may be the answer.
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Trump Dismisses a Merger While Seeking Suitors for Spirit Airlines
The New York Times – Travel:
As he rejected the idea of a merger of United Airlines and American Airlines, President Trump said someone, including possibly the federal government, should buy or help Spirit.
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American Airlines Says It Won’t Merge With United
The New York Times – Travel:
American issued the statement after news reports that United Airlines’ chief executive had discussed the idea with the Trump administration.
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Newark Airport Crisis Has Eased but Tech and Staffing Issues Persist
The New York Times – Travel:
United Airlines said it had a very good summer at Newark airport. But air traffic control equipment issues and staffing shortages remained unresolved.
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United Airlines Says Newark Airport Problems Have Eased Greatly
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline said fewer flights were delayed and more travelers were using the airport after air traffic control challenges and runway construction caused a crisis in the spring.
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United Airlines Planes Have Seen 8 Incidents in 2 Weeks. What’s Going On?
The New York Times – Travel:
While no one was injured, most of the mishaps required emergency landings or diversions. One safety expert said the incidents were not the result of “systemic problems.”