American Airlines Near Deal for Bombardier's Neglected Small Jets
- Order of CRJ900 aircraft would have list value of $700 million
- Airline is shifting to bigger planes at short-haul affiliates
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American Airlines Group Inc. is nearing an order for about 15 regional jets from Bombardier Inc. with options to buy more, people familiar with the matter said.
A deal for the CRJ900 aircraft is likely to be announced as soon as Thursday, when Bombardier reports first-quarter results, said one of the people, who asked not be named because the discussions are private. The sale would have a list value of about $700 million before customary discounts for aircraft purchases.