U.S. Lawmaker Urges Major Airlines to Lower Fares as Fuel Prices Decline
U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres has urged the CEOs of major airlines like Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines to reduce fares if fuel prices drop, following a significant increase in fuel costs linked to the U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran. Fuel is the second-largest expense for airlines after labor, with prices rising sharply since February. The letter emphasizes the need for pricing models that reflect both market conditions and economic justice.
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