Major US airlines are preparing to cut some cheaper flights as soaring jet fuel costs put pressure on profitability, according to CNN.
Executives from United, American and Southwest said they expect to reduce less profitable routes during the final months of the year. Airlines have already trimmed summer schedules and increased fees as fuel expenses climbed.
The cuts are likely to affect less popular flights, including services at inconvenient times and on lower-demand days, according to airline industry experts. Business-focused routes are expected to be less affected.
The four largest US airlines paid nearly 80% more for fuel between April and June than during the same period last year. Jet fuel reached $4.56 per gallon Thursday, according to Argus Research.
Airline executives also pointed to strong passenger demand as another factor keeping fares elevated.
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