EasyJet Cuts 700k Winter Seats as Fuel Costs Climb
EasyJet is reducing its winter capacity by 700,000 seats to combat rising fuel costs, following similar capacity cuts from rivals Ryanair and Jet2.
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EasyJet is reducing its winter capacity by 700,000 seats to combat rising fuel costs, following similar capacity cuts from rivals Ryanair and Jet2.
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