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Delta CEO Ed Bastian Talks Fuel Costs, Ticket Prices and Travel Demand

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Delta CEO Ed Bastian’s latest Fox Business appearance puts three things budget travelers care about front and center: fuel costs, ticket prices, and travel demand. Here’s why those factors matter for anyone trying to fly without torching their savings.

Why Are Airplanes Usually Painted White? It’s Not Just About Looks

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Why are airplanes usually painted white? It comes down to heat, maintenance, safety, cost, and a few practical reasons that make white the smart default for most aircraft.