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Delta/Northwest merger approved
Posted: 10.29.2008 at 2:50 PM
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The creation of the world's largest airline could soon 'take off' after the Justice Department approves the merger between Delta and Northwest.

Delta/Northwester merger has been approved by the Justice Department after a six month investigation
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Federal regulators say the merger between Delta and Northwest Airlines would likely benefit consumers without substantially reducing competition. The decision to approve the merger Wednesday by the Justice Department ends a six month investigation into the deal. Another hurdle remains ahead, however a federal lawsuit seeking to block the deal. Trial is set for November fifth in San Francisco.

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