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United Delta merger
juˈnaɪtɪd ˈdɛltə ˈmɜrdʒər
Definition
1
A speculative or historical term referring to a potential consolidation between United Airlines and Delta Air Lines, two of the largest carriers in the United States.
2
A reference to the massive organizational complexity and regulatory hurdles that would ensue if the two largest 'legacy' carriers attempted to combine operations.
Examples
The mere thought of a United Delta merger is enough to make an antitrust regulator start sweating profusely.
If a United Delta merger actually happened, customer service might just achieve a status of absolute, singularity-level unavailability.
Trying to navigate the combined customer loyalty programs of a United Delta merger sounds like an excellent way to lose your mind before the boarding group is even called.