00:00United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says a major airline merger is unlikely after American
00:06Airlines rejected his earlier proposal for consolidation. Kirby indicated that while
00:11large-scale mergers appear off the table, United remains interested in acquiring strategic assets
00:17such as airport gates and landing slots. The comments come as higher fuel prices and
00:22competitive pressures continue to reshape the airline industry. American Airlines previously
00:28argued that a merger between the two carriers would face significant antitrust concerns.
00:33United says it will instead focus on operational performance,
00:37customer loyalty, and targeted growth opportunities.
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