Aer Lingus sees breakeven for 2008, plans 15% cut in long-haul capacity

Aer Lingus said it will reduce its long-haul capacity by 15% for the 2008-09 winter season owing to "unprecedented" fuel costs, the weak US dollar and a slowing economy. The carrier conceded that based on current fuel prices and the uncertain economic outlook, it expects "at best" to break even for...

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