Continental gains approval

CONTINENTAL AIRLINES has finally won US DOT (Department of Transportation) approval for antitrust immunity, paving the way for full membership of the Star Alliance.  Strong rumours were circulating in Washington last week that the American Justice Department was raising objections (see AERBT 6 July 2009).  The antitrust immunity also covers United Airlines and eight further members of the Star Alliance – Air Canada, Austrian, bmi, Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), SWISS and TAP Air Portugal.  This year Continental will celebrate its 75th anniversary. www.continental.com

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