Front Burner Why is air travel so miserable?
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Mar 12, 2024 Discover the evolution of air travel from luxurious 70s services to today's frustrations. Explore the impact of airline deregulation, hub consolidation, and high costs like surge pricing. Author Ganesh Sitaraman offers solutions for a better flying experience.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
A Look Back at the Luxurious Air Travel of the 1970s and the Impact of Deregulation
02:02 • 3min
The Impact of Airline Deregulation and Privatization
04:45 • 6min
Challenges and Consequences of Airline Hub Consolidation and Infrastructure on Economic Growth
10:17 • 3min
The High Costs of Air Travel: Fees, Pricing Strategies, and Emergency Surge Pricing
12:49 • 13min