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Higher Airfares Are Here to Stay, but Don’t Expect Airline Profits to Rise

Jet fuel costs are hitting new highs, eating into the gains from higher airfares.

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Skift reports: Jet fuel costs are hitting new highs, eating into the gains from higher airfares.

Delta is expected to be among the few U.S. airlines to see a profit this year.

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United States · Americas
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Higher Airfares Are Here, Don’t Expect Airline Profits
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