The History and Future of Air Travel + Air Travel Tips

THE HISTORY AND FUTURE OF AIR TRAVEL : Thirty years ago, President Carter dramatically reformed and deregulated the U.S. airline industry. Some see that as an enlightened policy that made air travel affordable. Others say it laid the groundwork for the economic woes that plague airlines today. Join Kojo as we look at the history and future of the airline industry -- —d whether a new round of regulation is on the horizon. (37 min.) AIR TRAVEL TIPS : The rule for air travel this fall is simple: brace yourself. Tickets during the holiday season could be twenty percent higher as airlines try to recoup lost earnings. We'll talk with travel guru Rudy Maxa about what we should expect to see at the airport and how to get a good deal on fares this fall. (26 min.)