8 air transportation the domestic market underwent significant changes during past year as deregulation progressed ana took advantage of opportuni ties by introducing a new fare system in june 1996 additional discounted fares stimulated demand while peak season helped move some away from most congested periods overall had effect reducing passenger yield 19 9 to 2 rpk additionally increased frequency on existing routes and started service ones at haneda no route additions were possible due limited capacity however march 1997 completion runway has opened way adding flights later regulations limiting number competitors particular eased then eliminated altogether competition quickly intensified fiscal began seven s 16 july commenced 24 hour operations this will enable raise its daily four compared with previous travel august furthermore april became
