Fuel costs drag down AirTran earnings, but capacity expansion continues

Struggling to contend with fast-rising fuel costs, AirTran Airways posted a $4.6 million net loss for the first quarter but continued its expansion push by converting options into firm orders for 14 737-700s. "We continue to be challenged by the high cost of fuel impacting our bottom line," said CFO...

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