American Airlines suspends 6 routes because of high jet fuel costs

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American Airlines is suspending six routes, including several flights to Los Angeles, citing rising jet fuel costs as the reason for the cuts. The carrier's decision reflects the broader financial pressure facing airlines as fuel prices remain elevated. The suspension affects both domestic and potentially international service, though the airline characterized the moves as temporary. The cuts underscore how volatile energy markets ripple through the travel industry, forcing carriers to reduce capacity on less profitable routes.