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Why airfares could rise even more, but airline profits won't

Airlines are trimming capacity as jet fuel prices keep climbing and travelers keep booking.

CNBC reports: Airlines are trimming capacity as jet fuel prices keep climbing and travelers keep booking.

This business story centres on the United States.

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United States · Americas
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CNBC
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Section
Business

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