United CEO, Scott Kirby, has made some outlandish statements about merging with American Airlines, and maybe he is crazy… crazy like a fox. United Floats Merger Privately, Then Publicly Reports documented an alleged conversation in which United CEO, Scott Kirby, floated the concept of a potential merger with American Airlines in the hushed corridors of Washington. He hasn’t confirmed that account but did indicate he attempted a conversation with American management which was rebutted without consideration. He mentioned that he wanted to “pitch that story to American but it declined to engage and instead responded by publicly closing the door.” Following that, he doubled down by giving his account and then making his pitch public: “In the past, airline mergers usually have been about two struggling airlines coming together to cut costs, flights and headcount. My aspirations could not be more different. The bold idea I wanted to pursue was about growth that would usher in a brand new era of leadership by U.S.…