Originally Posted by acl65pilot

In my opinion, no consolidation happens until the slot swap has final approval. As soon as the movers and shakers know that the deal will be approved, another round of consolidation is very likely. It all hinges on the slot swap since LCC will more than likely be involved in any deal that results in further consolidation.

I have my scenarios drawn out, and I suspect DAL will be a player, but not as acquirer of LCC in whole.