11.   Cash-strapped airlines, themselves hurting from fierce fare wars, have been slow to order planes .

12.   Caught in the crossfire of the fare wars?

13.   Despite the pattern of fare wars, the number of special offers in recent weeks has surprised some industry analysts.

14.   Diener says this fare war is just one way consumers can save on air fares.

15.   Fare wars then flare up as the airlines try to fill empty seats.

16.   Fare wars by regional carriers could erode prior gains and labor unions will likely balk at giving additional concessions.

17.   Fare wars have attracted more customers, boosting traffic figures at United and other carriers, analysts said.

18.   Fare wars have held down ticket prices, attracting more customers.

19.   Fierce competition, fare wars, weak currencies and high fuel prices have savaged airline earnings in Australia and New Zealand this year.

20.   For passengers, the fierce competition is bringing cutting-edge services, new terminal facilities, and fare wars as airlines pour money into Logan International Airport.