United vs. Delta vs. American — The Competitive Landscape Candidates Must Understand

United, Delta, and American Airlines together carry roughly 68% of all U.S. domestic air travelers. This module breaks down how United differentiates from its two main rivals — Delta's operational excellence and premium legacy versus American's scale and route frequency versus United's technology-forward premiumization strategy. Understanding the competitive dynamics is essential for answering "Why United specifically?" with the kind of specificity that impresses interviewers.