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Scott Kirby

Executive

CEO of United Airlines.

Notable Quotes

"higher fuel costs would have a 'meaningful impact' on the carrier's next set of financial results."
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"Higher fuel costs would have a meaningful impact on the carrier’s next set of financial results."
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"A jump in air fares due to the higher costs would probably start quick."
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"A jump in air fares due to the higher costs would probably start quick."
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"A jump in air fares due to the higher costs would probably start quick."
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"I expect a 'meaningful' hit to the carrier's first-quarter results from the surging fuel prices."
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"Demand is the strongest it’s been."
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"We’ll see, there’s lots of rumours about that."
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"The hike in jet fuel prices triggered by the conflict in Iran could put some airlines out of business."
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"Sell-in yields for all future travel are now up 20% year-over-year."
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