Airlines Extend Flight Times to Improve On-Time Records
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Airlines are increasingly padding flight times to improve on-time arrival statistics, leading to the perception that flights are taking longer than necessary. This practice is intended to account for potential delays and improve customer satisfaction by meeting or exceeding scheduled arrival times.
It’s Not Your Imagination. Airlines Are Padding Flight Times. The New York Times
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