US Airlines Soar Into Summer On Strong Industry Metrics

摘要

US carriers are driving the gains in global airline profitability as they head into the third quarter — traditionally the most lucrative period that spans the peak summer travel season. Strong air traffic, lower fuel bills and higher revenue from ancillary fees are propelling the rise in airline income. North American carriers are expected to account for half the $29.3 billion net profit the worldwide sector is likely to earn this year, according to a projection by the International Air Transport Association (JFI Jun.15’15). US airlines are adding seats to accommodate a record number of passengers that are expected to total 223 million in the Jun.