Originally Posted by Shadre Reevis

American has three wholly-owned airlines. Why do you guys assume an acquisition of Compass would automatically translate into a merger with Endeavor?

It's probably cheaper for Delta to pass on any acquisition prospects altogether. I just don't see the reason to rush to move those airplanes this year, especially if the rumors about the 700s are true. Waiting the extra year for the contract to expire gives Endeavor time to get the necessary programs up and running. The new rates are attracting pilots and we can grow the seniority list down the road. I don't think a merger would be necessary.