Merging COL Denny Edwards, USA (Ret.)

摘要

It is widely agreed that today's airline industry is suffering because of high fuel prices and the downturn of economic activity. People are traveling less, service is being curtailed, and most in-flight amenities are a thing of the past. We pay for food service, luggage, and aisle seats; cut backs or elimination of frequent flyer programs are also being discussed. In tough times like these, airlines tend to do what they have done in the past;: MERGE-to cut costs, decrease competition, and optimize their route systems. The DTJ noted that in 1978 there were 21 major air carriers. By 1991 that number was down to 12, and today we have only 6 "legacy carriers."