In the wide-ranging chat, Scott started talking about a trade deficit with international airlines. It’s hard to fault any airline CEO that looks this far ahead into the future, because so few do. The Scott Kirby View of the WorldWe’ve all probably heard Scott’s relatively-new mantra that there are two brand-loyal airlines in the US: Delta and United. Scott knows very well how concerned the current US administration is about trade deficits. But unlike the previous ME3 fight, Scott isn’t looking to stop what they are doing.