In re the United States-South America Route Case

Order Instituting Investigation

The Board has decided that it is appropriate at this time to institute a comprehensive review of the U. S. flag carrier route pattern between the United States and South America. The most recent extensive study of that route structure was undertaken in 1946, some 15 years ago. Since then considerable developments, hereinafter referred to, have taken place which affect these services and require the review here contemplated.

Three U. S. carriers are presently certificated to provide the major services to points in South America. Pan American World Airways, Inc.…