Originally Posted by
buddies8
It would be a merge if AMR management goes with the integration of the two airlines. It is an acquisition when AMR does not want the deal and the creditors do. That is my understanding. Just because the unions are for it does not mean AMR wont go kicking and bitting.
It's up to the creditors and the judge mainly. Boeing and Airbus are happy that the orders for 73's and 319s are still intact. And notice they keep the politicians happy by keeping HQ in DFW, saving up to 6000 jobs compared to the AMR plan, and keep the AA name.