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Old May 13, 2023 | 11:06 am
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Originally Posted by StuckInYYZ
How does the DOT keep the price high? Sure they can restrict the number of flights the mainland airlines have coming in, but I don't know of any other things they can do that can influence price
As you say, by restricting supply.

Lack of PRC carriers in Canada is also influencing fares.
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