United CEO Scott Kirby said the pursuit of talks with American has ended for now, as he defended his reasoning for pursuing talks.
American has rejected the proposal to combine two of the world's largest carriers.
United Airlines CEO confirms he approached American Airlines about merger

Statement from United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby

07:00am, Monday, 27'th Apr 2026
CHICAGO, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the last two weeks, there's been a lot of commentary about a potential merger between United Airlines and American Airlines. And to be direct, here's what
While Spirit's talks with officials continue, industry executives see window to negotiate for financial assistance and tax relief.
The airline went all-in on premium features and brand loyalty. Scott Kirby's strategy is lifting United into Delta's airspace.
Many consumers may be pausing their travel plans until whenever the U.S.-Iranian fuel crisis ends.
United Airlines cut its full-year outlook amid fuel uncertainty despite a strong Q1. While much of the downside appears priced in, risks linger due to geopolitical tensions.
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom rejected a potential United Airlines merger as anti-competitive and bad for customers during an earnings call.
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom told CNBC's Phil LeBeau on Thursday that a potential merger with rival United Airlines would hurt consumers and would be anti-competitive.
American CEO Robert Isom told CNBC a potential merger with rival United would hurt consumers. Isom called the idea of a merger "a non-starter from the get-go.
Total Operating Revenue: Increased 10.6% year over year to $14.6 billion.PRASM (Passenger Revenue per Available Seat Mile): Increased by 6.9% year over year.Pr
The economy is flying high, according to the head of the one of the world's largest airlines.
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

United Airlines Hikes Fares as Fuel Costs Surge

04:09pm, Wednesday, 22'nd Apr 2026
United Airlines plans to continue raising prices and cutting capacity for the rest of the year in response to higher jet fuel prices. Jet fuel prices have more than doubled, United CEO Scott Kirby 
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