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Economy

Virgin America Makes First N.Y.-L.A. Flight

British airline Virgin America makes its first flight - between Los Angeles and New York City. The cost of tickets is as low as $250. Passengers get satellite TV, a self-service mini bar, and music in the bathroom. But analysts worry about more congestion amid one of the worst summers for air travel.

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