Airlines for America – Industry Review: Allocating Capital to Benefit Customers, Employees and Investors

This report focuses on the airline industry's role in facilitating the safe and efficient movement of people and goods worldwide.

It highlights the scale of U.S. airline operations, including daily passenger and cargo transport, number of flights, and employment. The document addresses common perceptions about the airline industry, debunking myths about the "Golden Age" of air travel and emphasizing the evolution of air travel from a luxury service to a more accessible mode of transportation. It also includes historical context and perspectives on airline fees, deregulation, and innovation.