Kirby argued that a merger would create jobs, offer more affordable flying options and allow the airline to compete with foreign carriers.

United Airlines is cutting more than 100 daily flights at O’Hare Airport to comply with limits meant to pare down the recent flight expansions.

It didn't go well.

All signs point to “no” on a hypothetical United–American merger, but speculation is mounting on whether a different airline deal may take its place. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby raised eyebrows when he suggested his company buy American Airlines in a private February meeting with President Donald Trump,

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby's reported pitch to President Trump for a United-American merger intensifies pressure on American CEO Robert Isom, analysts said.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby on Monday outlined why he thinks a merger between his airline and rival American would benefit travelers, despite American’s refusal to engage in negotiations.

Airlines could hike ticket prices and fees if United and American were to join forces, lawmakers warn.

United CEO Scott Kirby says his vision for a merger with American Airlines would have added jobs and routes, but the rival declined to engage on a deal.

American Airlines stated it has no interest in merging with United Airlines, emphasizing that such a merger would be detrimental to competition and consumers.

United CEO Scott Kirby said American rejected the idea, "and without a willing partner, something this big simply can't get done."

Spirit Airlines is set to announce in the coming hours that that it will halt flying as of 3 am ET Saturday, according to two sources familiar with its plans, making it the first significant US airline to halt operations in nearly 25 years.