Continental Airlines receives final DOT approval to join antitrust immunized alliance

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) approved the application for Continental Airlines to join the existing antitrust immunized alliance including United Airlines and eight other Star Alliance member carriers. We are pleased to receive final approval from the Department of Transportation,” said Larry Kellner, Continental’s chairman and CEO. “Continental is working to provide a seamless transition for its customers from the SkyTeam alliance to Star Alliance this fall. The DOT decision greatly benefits our customers, employees and shareholders. It ensures global competition with other antitrust immunized alliances while encouraging the retention and growth of open skies between the U.S. and other nations.”