The High Price of Flying?

As you know, we recently came back from China.  We know that flying is expensive.  Yesterday, I find out that the Justice Department of the US is investigating airlines for possibly colluding to keep prices high.  I hope they find something and that will mean a return of money, but I doubt it.  They said on the radio that it is going to be hard to prove.  Even if they do find something, it will mean a fine for the airlines, possible jail time for execs, and nothing to the people.  I doubt any fine will amount to any refunds.  If it does requires the airlines to give something back to the people who can prove they flew during a certain period, it will probably come in the form of a $10 coupon off your next flight.  A lot of good that would do anyone.