Yet another element of aviation is causing trouble for the air travel industry, and this time it involves the airplanes themselves. The companies that manufacture aircraft engines are increasingly coming under fire for alleged price gouging, which airlines say is making it harder to afford new planes. Combined with increased demand from travelers, airlines have found themselves between a rock and a hard place.Why are aircraft engines becoming more expensive?
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