The New York Times – Travel:
Jet fuel may stay expensive for months, and airlines know travelers are willing to pay more for tickets.
Author: Niraj Chokshi
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How Delta Steered Around Airline Industry Chaos
The New York Times – Travel:
The carrier has become the country’s most profitable by catering to affluent travelers, but it is facing stiffer competition from United.
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French Court Says Air France and Airbus Are Guilty in 2009 Crash Case
The New York Times – Travel:
An appeals court in Paris said the airline and airplane manufacturer were guilty of involuntary manslaughter for their role in a plane crash over the Atlantic Ocean.
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For Struggling JetBlue, Spirit’s Demise May Offer an Opportunity
The New York Times – Travel:
JetBlue Airways is adding flights at Spirit Airlines’ former home airport as it tries to turn a profit again.
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Spirit Airlines’ Demise Could Help Other Airlines
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Even in its reduced state, the company played an important role in forcing other airlines to keep fares low, some experts said.
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Spirit Airlines, a Pioneer of Low-Fare Flights, Shuts Down
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Spirit once upended the industry by offering very low fares but was in its second bankruptcy in two years after years of struggle.
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United Airlines CEO, Rebuffed by American, Says He’s Skeptical of Other Deals
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The chief executive, Scott Kirby, said that buying a smaller airline might not be worth the effort.