Airline economics - interesting ABC Radio National Podcast

[Dnicoll]

[h=1]Up, up and away: the economics of air travel on The Money[/h]with Richard Aedy on RN
Thursday 24th November

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[h=2]Summary[/h]Airlines are a vital part of the global economy but their margins are thin, which is why the airlines turn to the secretive science of yield management and no two plane fares cost the same.

http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/themoney/

 

[ric_melb]

Whilst this podcast may contain information that is familiar to some members, it could be interesting to them; and some newer members.
I listened to the broadcast and have downloaded the podcast for future reference. Recommended.

 

[eastwest101]

Yep - I heard it on the radio in the car, a few 'clangers' where things aren't explained as clearly as they could have been but interesting listening nevertheless.