The Capitol Forum Podcast

Who Runs the Skies? (Second Request)

May 22, 2026·1h 1m
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Will the budget airline die with Spirit Airlines?For decades, four major carriers have controlled most of the U.S. airline market — but the collapse of Spirit has renewed questions about the future of flying and what less competition means for airfare.Today on Second Request, Executive Editor Teddy Downey sits down with Gene Burrus, founder of Burrus Competition Strategies, to talk about the state of competition and consolidation in the airline industry.

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