That might not have been the case if low-fare airlines were flying on international routes.

And the transcontinental growth of the low-fare airlines looks far from finished.

But at the same time, low-fare airlines saw an opening.

For a simple reason: the new low-fare airlines are more aware of mistakes they must avoid.

But he added that an industry recovery could not take place if only low-fare airlines prospered.

One reason Flint has been able to attract two low-fare airlines is its location.

But the arrival of the new low-fare airlines ended that.

The low-fare airlines are seizing upon the cuts in coach service as an opportunity to continue increasing their share of the market.

But that is no longer possible, in an era when low-fare airlines claim 25 percent of all domestic passengers.

The group is thought to include both mainline carriers and low-fare airlines.