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Southwest + AirTran deal closing soon, but…

SOUTHWEST + AIRTRAN DEAL. Southwest Airlines has announced that its deal to purchase AirTran will close on May 2. However, the announcement indicated that full integration of the two airlines will not be complete until 2013—that’s two years away. They won’t even operate under a single certificate until 2012. This means that for the time being, Southwest will likely operate AirTran as a subsidiary.

So, folks, it’s going to be a while until those Southwest redbellies roar over ATL. AirTran’s business class, reserved seating and A+ Elite program benefits will remain intact for the time being. But the eventual integration of the two carriers, and Delta’s reaction, is going to be very interesting to watch.

Stay tuned to The TICKET for details as it all unfolds!

Expect a lot more details and a clearer timeline once the deal closes on May 2.

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