Trump opposes airline merger

Trump's comments during a CNBC interview have injected fresh uncertainty into the aviation sector as carriers grapple with soaring fuel costs.

While he dismissed the idea of a 'mega-merger' between the two industry giants, he emphasized that Spirit Airlines' 14,000 jobs are a priority for his administration.

The President's stance marks a departure from traditional Republican hands-off policies, suggesting a more interventionist approach to critical infrastructure.

Analysts believe the administration may be looking for a suitor to prevent Spirit from entering bankruptcy.