U.S. airlines were heading for a banner first quarter until the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, sending jet fuel prices spiking and profits sinking.

The carrier's first-quarter earnings topped Wall Street's expectations.

U.S. airlines were heading for a banner first quarter until the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, sending jet fuel prices spiking and profits sinking.

Fuel crisis from Middle East conflict could push airline into loss as it looks to offset costs with higher fares