U.S.-EU Discord Imperils Rebound in Prime Trans-Atlantic Flights
An empty jet bridge hangs over the tarmac at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, U.S., on April 9.
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A delay in opening up travel between the U.S. and the European Union would stunt a rebound in trans-Atlantic flights that are the industry’s biggest profit generators.
Carriers like British Airways and Delta Air Lines Inc. ply skies between North America and Europe that far and away comprise the biggest market for premium long-haul travel. Almost 40% more business- and first-class seats were sold on North Atlantic flights than the nearest contender last year, according to figures from OAG Aviation Worldwide.