They also raise threats. For the non-aligned carrier, alliances can mean facing competition from larger and stronger competitors that effectively have access to the combined resources of an aggressive and cohesive alliance. Joining an alliance is often a carrier's only way to level the playing field. Alliances have evolved beyond simple code-shares. While alliances are critical in today's competitive environment, few carriers have the resources, tools and experience for systematically and thoroughly evaluating each alliance.
Carriers develop route network and schedule to optimize their own results.
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