The era of the mega-carrier has officially begun with the merger of United Airlines and Continental Airlines. The two carriers agreed to join on Sunday to create the biggest airline in the world.
The merger is on the heels of the union between Delta and Northwest in 2008, and many suspect other airlines such as American Airlines might be forced to pair up in the future.
But does bigger always mean better?
Peter lays out what the United-Continental merger might mean for consumers in a segment for the CBS Evening News with Katie Couric.
Watch Peter’s segment here:
Related links on PeterGreenberg.com:
- Check out his initial report on the Continental, United Airlines Merger on CBS News
- Learn about the earlier love triangle between United, US Airways and Continental that led to this decision.
- Find out the ongoing effects of the last major airline merger between Delta and Northwest in 2008
