Air service to many small cities is at risk

Airlines are finding it increasingly difficult to service small cities because of persistently high fuel prices and economic conditions. The federal government has been subsidizing air service to some areas, but that may change as lawmakers seek cutbacks to the Essential Air Service program.

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