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CEO: American Airlines May Merge; Return As "Powerhouse"

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The CEO of American Airlines opens up about a possible merger.

In an interview with the Associated Press Monday, Thomas Horton says American is nearly finished with a bankruptcy turn around.

Horton says the only big decision left is whether to remain independent or merge with U.S. Airways.

H says the provisions approved by pilots last week will help regain passengers it has lost and become "a powerhouse."

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