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United in Talks to Buy U.S. Assets, Cuts Midyear Flights

4/26/2026

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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said United is in talks with an unnamed airline to acquire U.S. assets.
Kirby declined to reveal the airline’s identity.
He said United will trim marginal flights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays in the second half of the year due to higher jet-fuel prices and expected lower demand.
Kirby added United is monitoring jet-fuel availability in Asia and Europe, reporting no shortages.

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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said United is in talks with an unnamed airline to acquire U.S. assets.
Kirby declined to reveal the airline’s identity.
He said United will trim marginal flights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays in the second half of the year due to higher jet-fuel prices and expected lower demand.
Kirby added United is monitoring jet-fuel availability in Asia and Europe, reporting no shortages.