U.S. airlines are scaling down their growth plans in an attempt to curb fare discounts that are negatively impacting their profits. This move is prompted by the increasing competition in the domestic airline market, which has led to cheaper tickets but eroded profit margins. By reducing their growth plans, airlines hope to maintain a balance between supply and demand, thus stabilizing fares. Some of the methods for achieving this include limiting the addition of new routes and reducing the frequency of certain flights. These measures are intended to ensure