Coverage dated September 16, 2026

United, American say fuel cost surge may mean capacity cuts

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Analysts expect energy prices to remain elevated as the Iran war continues. American, PHL’s largest carrier, estimates fuel will add $1 billion in extra costs in the last three months of the year.

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    Analysts expect energy prices to remain elevated as the Iran war continues. American, PHL’s largest carrier, estimates fuel will add $1 billion in extra costs in the last three months of the year.

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