US Airways & America West Ramp Up Talks

A possible $1 billion merger between America West and US Airways has been accelerated. The various other players in the deal include Air Wisconsin, the Retirement System of Alabama, GE Capital Aviation Services, and yes, the US Bankruptcy Court.

Although America West will be the major partner in the merger, they are planning to keep the US Airways name. It would be America's sixth largest airline if the complicated talks are successful.

UPDATE: Yes, I corrected the headline. Preview is my friend, especially when it comes to spelling. OY!