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Rep. Torres Urges Airlines to Cut Fares Amid Fuel Drop

4/17/2026

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U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres urged major airlines to lower prices if jet fuel costs decline, following significant fare increases due to rising fuel prices.
Jet fuel prices surged to $4.88 per gallon, up 95% since late February due to geopolitical tensions.
Airlines such as Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and JetBlue Airways have raised bag fees and airfares.
Delta Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian said demand remains strong among higher-end consumers.

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U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres urged major airlines to lower prices if jet fuel costs decline, following significant fare increases due to rising fuel prices.
Jet fuel prices surged to $4.88 per gallon, up 95% since late February due to geopolitical tensions.
Airlines such as Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and JetBlue Airways have raised bag fees and airfares.
Delta Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian said demand remains strong among higher-end consumers.