American Airlines will temporarily suspend six domestic routes later this summer, including four flights serving Los Angeles, citing higher jet fuel costs amid the ongoing conflict in Iran.
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The airline said it has adjusted schedules for select routes in August and September.
“American is not suspending any routes indefinitely as part of this adjustment and will continue to proudly offer an industry-leading network with more flights than any other U.S. airline,” an American Airlines spokesperson told the business publication Fast Company.
The temporary suspensions will affect nonstop service between LAX and Cleveland, Columbus, Pittsburgh and Washington Dulles. American also said it will temporarily suspend service between Charlotte and Ontario (ONT), as well as Charlotte and Sacramento.
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Customers holding tickets on the affected routes will be offered alternative flights or refunds, the airline said.
Industry analysts estimate that jet fuel accounts for roughly 25% to 30% of an airline’s operating expenses. Airlines have faced rising fuel costs as the conflict in Iran has disrupted global oil supplies and increased energy prices.
American is not alone in taking cost-cutting measures. Delta Air Lines recently increased baggage fees, citing what it described as evolving global conditions, while European carriers KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Lufthansa have also announced route reductions tied to higher fuel costs.
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