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Airline Merger Final – A Bad Day for Flyers

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Art Johnson

A bad day for flyers and it’s not the weather. Dec. 9, 2013 – The US Airways merger (takeover) with American Airlines was completed today. This ushers in an era of fewer flights, higher prices, more delays, and in short more … Continue reading →

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Feds Sue US Airways

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Art Johnson

US Airways – American Airlines Merger On the Rocks Blocking the Merger is a Good Deal for Flyers US Airways bid to acquire (merge with) American Airlines has been stalled by a surprise Justice Department lawsuit. Bill Baer, head of … Continue reading →

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Airline Merger – A Bad Deal

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Art Johnson

Higher Prices and More Bad Service Make no mistake about it. This may be a good deal for US Airways, but it's a bad deal all around for the flying public. I've been reading what the “experts” have to say, … Continue reading →

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Another Bad Merger Idea

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Art Johnson

US Airways is seeking a takeover of bankrupt American Airlines. This is not just a bad deal for US Airways, but further airline consolidation is bad for the flying public. Less competition means fewer choices, fewer flights, and higher prices. … Continue reading →

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