Low-Cost Carrier (LCC)
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Definition
An airline operating with a lower cost structure and offering lower fares than full-service carriers
Related Terms
Focus City
An airport where an airline operates significant point-to-point service without full hub operations
Point-to-Point Model
An airline network model where flights connect cities directly without routing through a hub
Ultra-Low-Cost Carrier (ULCC)
An airline with the most stripped-down fares, charging separately for nearly all services
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