Looks like Airline fares are going to increase.

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I just read that it is predicted that airline fares or surcharges will increase by next spring or summer. U.S. Airways has said that it is going to add a 5 percent surcharge on all U.S. flights after the 8th of May. This surcharge is supposed to protect the airlines against rising costs of fuel and other costs. Other airline companies such as Delta, Northwest, and United are going to raise surcharges after the Superbowl. Since most airlines have lost money this year, they are looking for ways to add fees and surcharges in order to raise revenues. They are also starting to cut out unprofitable flights to reduce expenses, as well. There were a lot of flight bargains in 2009, but don't expect to find too many in 2010. The only good news is that these surcharges and fares won't stick if competitors don't do the same. Airlines still have to remain competitive if they hope to earn anything. Most of the higher surcharges are supposed to come during peak days such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. So my fellow travelers, do you think we should purchase our tickets in advance before the fares and surcharge prices are raised?