Is Wright deal good for consumers?
WASHINGTON - Lawmakers from North Texas have told their Capitol Hill colleagues that their proposal to repeal flight restrictions at Dallas Love Field should be enacted because it is a local solution.
But when Congress returns next week, the local representatives will have to answer some thorny questions: Is the local solution a good one for consumers in North Texas, as well as travelers from other cities?
Critics on Capitol Hill, as well as some antitrust experts, say the deal to bring long-haul flights to Love Field may not be a good bargain for consumers. They are concerned there will be insufficient competition between American Airlines Inc. and Southwest Airlines Co. and not enough opportunity for new carriers at Love.
Now, lawmakers on Capitol Hill must decide if the antitrust concerns trump the nearly united Texas congressional delegation.
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