The Realignment 431 | Ganesh Sitaraman: Why Flying Is Miserable - And How to Fix It
Nov 21, 2023
Ganesh Sitaraman, author and law professor, joins The Realignment to discuss the problems in the airline industry and the need for improvement. They explore the impact of airline deregulation in the 70s, the frustrating consumer experience, the concentration of air service in big hubs, and the arguments for and against regulation. They propose principles for regulation like ensuring service everywhere and fair pricing, while also considering the future of the industry and its impact on passenger experience.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Misery of Flying: Consumer Experience and Industrial Turbulence
02:24 • 5min
Critical Infrastructure and Economic Growth
07:07 • 4min
The Shift to Deregulation
11:25 • 16min
The Debate on Regulation and the Response to Ralph Nader's Argument
27:29 • 2min
Regulating the Airline Industry
29:54 • 14min