By Hadi Ahmad

The United States, being one of the world's largest aviation markets, is home to numerous airlines and a rich, dynamic aviation history. However, despite the size of the domestic market, the sector is largely dominated by four major players. Let’s examine why this is the case and what events led up to shaping the current affairs of American aviation.

An Oligopoly?

The United States’ domestic market can, in a way, be described as an oligopoly. This term refers to a market dominated by a small group of companies, often because multiple barriers to entry exist that are significant enough to discourage potential competitors.

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