Trump’s war in Iran cancels summer vacation
Turns out summer travel is also downstream from bad decisions.
The Orange Menace promised cheap gas and no new wars, then delivered expensive fuel and canceled flights.
American Airlines says it is temporarily suspending some August and September routes because jet fuel costs are punishing for carriers amid the war in Iran. AP reports jet fuel recently averaged nearly $142 a barrel, up from about $99 before the U.S. and Israel launched unprovoked attacks on Iran in late February. Despite rhetoric to the contrary, traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed to a trickle.
In a statement, American said it had adjusted service for “select routes” in August and September — and that impacted travelers would be offered alternative arrangements or refunds. The Texas-based airline cited elevated fuel costs, and maintained that these changes were in line with wider industry trends.
American also said that it was not cutting any of its routes indefinitely and that it was proud to “offer an industry-leading network with more flights than any other U.S. airline.”
Still, the summer suspensions could cause more headaches for travelers already facing fewer flights options and higher price tags across their budgets. Airlines around the world have canceled numerous flights or similarly trimmed schedules through the coming months — and many have are also hiking fees or cutting other perks in efforts to save money.
America First, vacation later. You can still wear your red hat at home.
Expect rationing sooner than later, along with the associated supply-chain disruptions.
These are the 'good old days'.