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North Texas airlines report quarterly losses amid travel uncertainty

North Texas-based airlines, including American Airlines and Southwest Airlines, reported significant quarterly losses in their recent earnings reports, primarily due to the ongoing uncertainty in travel demand caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. American Airlines reported a net loss of $2.4 billion for the first quarter of 2021, while Southwest Airlines reported a net loss of $1.7 billion for the same period. Both airlines cited reduced passenger volumes and increased operational costs as major factors contributing to their financial struggles. In response, the airlines are implementing cost-cutting measures, such as reducing flight schedules and furloughing employees, while also expressing cautious optimism about a potential recovery in travel demand as vaccination rates increase and travel restrictions ease.

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