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United Airlines CEO is closing the door on big mergers — but not on buying assets

Scott Kirby said consolidation is now a "low probability" for United but left open the possibility of acquiring slots, gates, or other airline assets

United Airlines CEO is closing the door on big mergers — but not on buying assets

Published July 3, 2026 · Category: Markets

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Scott Kirby said consolidation is now a "low probability" for United but left open the possibility of acquiring slots, gates, or other airline assets

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Originally published at qz.com.

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