"Postal Service Slashes Air Mail by 90%, Saving $1 Billion Annually"
The United States Postal Service has reduced its air mail shipments by 90% over the past two years, resulting in an estimated annual cost savings of $1 billion. This shift from air cargo to ground transportation is part of the Postal Service's efforts to improve its financial health. Currently, the majority of first-class mail and packages are being transported through the ground transportation system. The Postal Service also plans to open regional and local processing centers to address deferred maintenance and prepare for future needs. However, the Postal Service still faces unplanned costs of $6 billion this year due to inflation and other factors.