The CEOs of several major low-cost airlines in the United States have recently sent a joint letter to the government, formally requesting a temporary waiver of federal fuel taxes and aviation security fees.

According to the open letter, airline executives, including those from Allegiant Travel and Frontier Group Holdings, Inc., pointed out that persistently high fuel prices and heavy security fees are severely squeezing the companies' operating margins. They emphasized that temporary tax and fee reductions would effectively help airlines cope with cost pressures and maintain affordable ticket prices.Industry observers believe that if this measure is approved, it may ease the operational challenges airlines face during the tourism off-season. However, the policy adjustment must still go through the legislative process, and the specific implementation timeline and scope remain uncertain.