According to CNN and other sources, Delta Air Lines and United are in talks regarding a possible merger. Here's the link to the CNN page:
http://money.cnn.com/2007/11/14/news/companies/delta_united/index.htm?cnn=yes
I have some questions about this:
-It is proposed that the combined airline would fly under the name United. Which name would you rather it be?
-The two airlines have similar wide-body fleets. However, their narrow-body aircraft are essentially competitors, with United mainly using A320-family aircraft (and some classic B737s) and Delta using B737NG, B757, MD-88, and even some MD-90 aircraft. With nothing in common, which manufacturer would get the future contracts?
-Delta is a SkyTeam member, while United is a Star Alliance member. Which alliance would the combined airline be a member of?
-Which frequent flyer program would be used by the combined airline, Delta's SkyMiles or United's Mileage Plus? Or would an entirely new one be created?
Thank you for your comments.
2007-11-14
09:37:15
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Joshua Z
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