Competition, Concentration, and Fares in the U.S. Airline Industry
The current performance of the U.S. airline industry with regard to safety, fares, and service has been a topic of widespread concern among policymakers and the public. One aspect of this concern is the relationship between competition, concentration, and air fares. Competition is required to achieve and preserve the full benefits of deregulation, particularly if fares are to be set as low as possible.
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