The idea seemed as simple as A B C. Republic Airlines introduced a new promotional scheme in January, hoping to lure more passengers during the slow, off-peak season. Under the plan, travelers taking the Minneapolis-based carrier from one smallish city (A) to another (C) via a large hub town like Atlanta (B) before March 30 would earn a free pass for a round trip to any of 63 destinations. The passes are good until June 10.
A few weeks ago, a travel agent found an extra bonus in the plan. A customer wanted to fly 140 miles from Valdosta, Ga., to...
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