Why is AirTran Airways trying to merge with Midwest?
This is an opportunity for both companies to build greater scale, efficiencies and growth opportunities to better compete in the face of increased pressure from fuel costs and consolidation. With our compatible low-cost business models, complementary networks, unique fleet commonality and shared culture, AirTran Airways and Midwest Airlines are ideal partners. By joining together, we would deepen our presence in our hubs and create a truly national low fare airline with increased long-term growth potential. This will protect the long-term security of our employees, bring our outstanding, high value service to more customers and provide economic benefits to Milwaukee, Atlanta and all the communities we serve.
