List of airlines of the United States

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/list-of-airlines-of-the-united-states

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Who wrote List of airlines of the United States?Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), established by Congress
2. What is the certification basis?Air Operator Certificates require adherence to stringent safety, maintenance, and training standards
3. What is the industry segments?Includes major passenger carriers, dedicated cargo airlines, regional operators, and charter services
4. What are legacy carriers and why are they important?Legacy carriers are older airlines like American, Delta, and United that grew after World War II. They helped build the big air network we use today by adding new routes and using new technology.
5. How did the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978 change flying?The act let more airlines start and compete, so prices went down and more flights were offered. It also changed how airlines do business.

Air Operator Certificate: A mandatory certification issued by the FAA, verifying an airline's compliance with safety and operational regulations.
Hub and Spoke System: An airline network model where flights connect through strategically located central airports (hubs) to serve smaller destinations (spokes).
Legacy Carriers: Older, established airlines in the US, such as American, Delta, and United, that have operated for many decades.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF): A type of jet fuel produced from renewable sources, aimed at reducing aviation's carbon footprint.