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US
AIRWAYS, UAL CORP. EXTEND REGULATORY REVIEW PERIOD
ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 22, 2000 -- US
Airways Group, Inc. [NYSE:U] and UAL Corporation [NYSE:UAL]
today announced that, in connection with the proposed
acquisition of US Airways by UAL, they have agreed with the
United States Department of Justice to extend the period for
regulatory review to April 2, 2001. The parties stated that
the extended period will allow for continued discussion with
the Department of Justice during its review of the proposed
transaction. The parties also announced that, in connection
with the extension of the period for regulatory review, they
extended their merger agreement in accordance with its
terms.
Reporters needing additional information should
contact US Airways Corporate Communications at
(703) 872-5100.
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