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United reportedly approached Delta Air Lines about a potential merger

United Airlines reportedly approached Delta Air Lines last year about a potential merger that would have combined two of the largest U.S. carriers.United CEO Scott Kirby contacted Delta CEO Ed Bastian to pitch the potential tie-up, The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday, citing people familiar with the matter.According to the outlet, leadership at Delta discussed the proposal and evaluated the potential benefits as part of "preliminary due diligence," but the talks did not advance, and both airlines ultimately moved on.RYANAIR PASSENGER RECOUNTS BEING PARTLY SUCKED OUT AIRPLANE WINDOW: 'I AM...