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United Airlines Holdings Inc. Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby said affluent travelers continue to spend on air travel despite a sharp rise in fares, supporting his confidence that demand for premium products can withstand higher prices.

Airport boutiques can offer hard-to-find handbags, exclusive products and occasional bargains.

The low-cost-carrier model that reshaped US air travel for decades is facing mounting pressure as major airlines pull ahead with premium seats, profitable loyalty programs and co-branded credit cards.

US airlines are offering fewer seats over the July 4 holiday, signaling a more selective approach as they focus on profitability even with travel demand remaining strong.

U.S. airlines are offering fewer seats over the July 4 holiday, signaling a more selective approach as they focus on profitability even with travel demand remaining strong.

U.S. airlines are offering fewer seats over the July 4 holiday, signaling a more selective approach as they focus on profitability even with travel demand remaining strong.

U.S. airlines are offering fewer seats over the July 4 holiday, signaling a more selective approach as they focus on profitability even with travel demand remaining strong.

Delta Air Lines Inc. is bringing the basic-economy playbook to the front of the plane, offering cheaper, more restrictive fares for first class and other premium cabins.

Delta Air Lines Inc. reaffirmed its full-year profit guidance and said strong demand for premium, corporate and international travel helped offset the highest quarterly fuel expense in its history.

Delta Air Lines Inc. Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian said travelers care more about their seat than extras like lounge access or limousine shuttles often thrown into costly tickets, as he defended a stripped-down premium product that has roiled some customers.