Fare Hikes Drive AirTran's Strong Earnings Growth

AirTran's ability to leverage a 14.4% fare increase year over year propelled the carrier's second-quarter profits 181% to $32 million from $11 million a year ago. Operating revenues jumped 44% from $366 million to $528 million, while unit revenues grew 16.8% to 10.75 cents from 9.20 cents. Average...

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