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Gordon sits down with Skift airlines reporter Meghna Maharishi to break down a revealing Q1 earnings season for U.S. carriers — separating the standouts from the strugglers. Plus: the latest merger chatter swirling around the industry, and could a major Boeing order follow President Trump's visit to China?
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01:10 Q1 Earnings Snapshot
02:26 Southwest Surprise Quarter
03:24 Bag Fees and New Model
05:05 Elliott Pressure and Next Moves
07:08 Lounges and Premium Light
08:22 American Falling Behind
10:39 Break and Return
11:16 Scott Kirby Merger Talk
14:59 DC Policy Watchlist
16:50 Flying Taxis in NYC
20:57 Spirit Collapse Aftermath
23:23 Trump China Trip Aviation Angle
25:11 Wrap Up and Subscribe
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