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Delta’s Hub-Busting LaGuardia Hub

The reality of the slot swap, and US airline consolidation in general, is that major airline services are becoming more homogenous from the largest markets.
by Edward Russell
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How US Airways Gave Up on LaGuardia

The US Airways terminal at LaGuardia can be eerily quiet these days. Once home to the largest airline operation at the airport, the once bustling corridors are now dominated by US Airways Express flights to regional destination...
by Edward Russell
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Fares hawked by Spirit pole dancers now must include all taxes and fees. (Photo courtesy Spirit Airlines)

Hey Spirit: Stop Whining

Most US airlines oppose the DOT's new fare advertising rules, but Spirit's public campaign against airfare transparency insults the intelligence of consumers.
by Edward Russell
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American’s Bankruptcy Miracle

It has long been obvious that, short of a miraculous reduction in its labor and debt costs and an increase in revenue, American Airlines needed to restructure its costs in Chapter 11 like every other US legacy carrier had befor...
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The Premium Economy Question: Is it Worth It?

Several US airlines now offer customers a Premium Economy option with more legroom and amenities. Do passengers think it's a good value? And is it effective for the airlines' bottom line? Columnist Edward Russell investigates.
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