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Three South Korean Low-Cost Carriers Merge Into Single Airline
Three of South Korea's budget airlines are consolidating to form a massive low-cost carrier under the umbrella of the nation's flag carrier. This merger aims to streamline an Asian aviation market currently saturated with competing discount brands. By combining operations, the new mega-carrier will centralize its resources and route networks. For aspiring airline pilots, this corporate restructuring could mean streamlined hiring pipelines, unified seniority lists, and shifts in regional fleet assignments.