US senator says United, JetBlue partnership could harm competition
Source: Reuters
US senator says United, JetBlue partnership could harm competition
David Shepardson
Fri, July 11, 2025 at 10:22 AM EDT
2 min read
(Reuters) -Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal said a proposed partnership between United Airlines and smaller JetBlue Airways could harm competition and lead to fewer and more expensive options for consumers.
In a letter seen by Reuters Friday, Blumenthal asked United CEO Scott Kirby and JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty to answer questions about their "Blue Sky" tie-up which allows travelers to book flights on both carriers' websites, while interchangeably earning and using points in their frequent flyer programs.
Blumenthal asked the airlines to disclose records about the partnership and future plans, adding that he is concerned about any deal "that may harm full and fair airline competition and lead to fewer and more expensive options for travelers, particularly in the New York City area."
United did not immediately comment. JetBlue did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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