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Which act led to increased competition and contributed to Braniff's cessation of air carrier operations in 1982?
Airline Deregulation Act
Federal Aviation Act
Air Commerce Act
Civil Aeronautics Act
Answer
The Airline Deregulation Act of December 1978 led to increased competition from large trunk carriers and new airline startups, which contributed to Braniff International Airways ceasing air carrier operations in May 1982.
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