Ticket prices jumped after fuel costs spiked because of the war with Iran, but airlines say even an end to the conflict will not bring fares back down quickly.
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Attention, Passengers: High Airfares May Be Here to Stay
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Southwest to Open Premium Airport Lounges Across the Country
The New York Times – Travel:The airline said that lounges in Baltimore, Honolulu, Nashville and Austin, Texas, would debut starting late next year, and that seven more were in the works.
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For Struggling JetBlue, Spirit’s Demise May Offer an Opportunity
The New York Times – Business: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, a Pioneer of Low-Fare Flights, Shuts Down
The New York Times – Business: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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Why Everyone, Including Trump, Is Talking About Airline Mergers
The New York Times – Business:A few carriers are making a lot of money while many are struggling. President Trump and industry executives seem to think mergers may be the answer.
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How Airlines Turned First-Class Seats From Freebies to a Profit Engine
The New York Times – Business:Airlines used to give away most of their nicest seats, but they have increasingly found ways to persuade people to pay a lot for them.
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Trump’s Actions Test the Fragile World of Air Travel
The New York Times – Business:Last-minute announcements and abrupt changes by the Trump administration have caused confusion in an already strained U.S. aviation system.
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Southwest Begins Assigned Seating, Scrapping a Signature Quirk
The airline said its new policy, rolled out on Tuesday, responded to passengers’ preferences, but some customers said the scramble was part of the charm.