To demonstrate the union of airlines United and Continental as a “merger of equals,” the company planes will represent both carriers in a special name/logo hybrid. They’ll use the Continental logo and colors and carry the United name.
Beyond the changing of plane appearances and the creation of the world’s largest airline, it seems things will remain largely the same over at Continentited. But just to be sure, you may want to check the official FAQ.
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United, Continental officially merging
The merger of United and Continental will create the world’s largest airline in a deal worth over $3 billion. But that means cost cuts, layoffs, and higher prices for travelers. Stacey Vanek-Smith gets details from Marketplace’s Brett Neely. (05/03/2010)
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