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Major U.S. airlines and analysts warn that ticket prices may not decline quickly if fuel costs ease. Carriers adjust schedules and fares gradually after sharp swings in operating expenses, leaving travelers exposed to persistently high airfares despite a potential reduction in one of airlines’ largest costs.
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