Navigating Summer Air Travel: Changes and Trends to Expect.

Airlines are preparing for a busy summer travel season with increased flights and larger aircraft to handle the expected surge in demand. However, staffing shortages and rising costs may lead to disruptions and higher fares. International travel is expected to be a major driver of demand, with many Americans eager to travel abroad again. The FAA has added new routes along the East Coast to ease congestion, but competing interests for Florida airspace and delays in aircraft deliveries may pose challenges. Congress and regulators will be closely monitoring the industry's performance and pushing for additional consumer protections.