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The new American is arriving
News & Updates
The New American is Arriving
We're building on our history, combining the best of both companies.
What's being said
“The USHCC is delighted with the announcement of this merger, as it exemplifies the spirit of American business and allows one of our nation's most iconic brands to continue to thrive in global markets. This merger will result in a more focused, efficient industry leader whose flights will better facilitate commerce at home and abroad.”
Javier Palomarez President and CEO, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 2/28/13
“We like the merger agreement, and think it will change LCC considerably…we expect the combined company to be well positioned in an industry that has set itself up for profitable growth in years ahead.”
Jim Corridore Senior Security Analyst, S&P Capital IQ 2/26/13
“Similar to the mergers that preceded it, the merger of American Airlines and US Airways would preserve [the industry’s] positive long run trends. Carrier competition would continue to be intense and low-cost carriers would continue to put downward pressure on fares. Entry and exit would continue to be fluid in airline markets as a merged American and US Airways would optimize its network by exiting some routes and entering others, while other carriers would adjust their networks by entering some of the routes that American exited and exiting some of the routes that they entered. The merged American and US Airways would also strengthen its international network and benefit travelers by serving more foreign destinations.”
Clifford Winston Senior Fellow of Economic Studies, Brookings Institution 2/26/13
“The case for this merger is persuasive….It is notable that, unlike some past mergers, this proposal has received strong support from many employees of the airlines, as well as their unions.”
Rep. Spencer Bachus Chairman, House Judiciary Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust Law 2/26/13
“Unlike with previous mergers, the unions representing workers at both these airlines have expressed strong support for the merger, and that's encouraging…Employees at both carriers are poised to get a better deal than they would otherwise.”
Rep. Steve Cohen Ranking Member, House Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust Law 2/26/13
“The airline industry is evolving and perhaps the pieces are in finally in place for it to experience a period of financial stability. None of us should expect this latest merger announcement to result in airfares rising to unacceptable levels. If it does, there will be enough low-cost carriers looking for opportunities to grow.”
Daniel Friedenzohn Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Science, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 2/24/13
“The key success factor is gaining more mass — they’re able to build scope and skill economies that wouldn’t exist otherwise.”
Vaughn Cordle Industry Analyst, AirlineForecasts LLC 2/17/13
“Doug's a very smart guy, he's a very energetic guy, he's a guy who listens to people and adapts accordingly. So I don't think anyone should be surprised that he's in position to run the world's largest airline.”
Ben Baldanza CEO, Spirit Airlines 2/15/13
“…a merged American can actually provide good service and be a more-stable airline with wider reach, newer planes and happier employees. Bottom line: This merger is about better airline service in the U.S.”
Scott McCartney Columnist, Wall Street Journal 2/14/13
"The prospective merger will provide the traveling public with a larger, more integrated air carrier capable of delivering expanded service to more markets."
Steven Carvell Dean of Academic Affairs, Cornell School of Hotel Administration 2/14/13
“Our members have made major sacrifices over the past year. We are pleased that today American Airlines and US Airways have reached a positive step toward building a stronger, more secure and more competitive airline. This should benefit both travelers and workers. Much more work needs to take place before all of the parts that will make up a New American Airlines are assembled, but the airline we're building should be better than the old American and US Airways.”
James C. Little International President, Transport Workers Union (TWU) 2/14/13