Airline stocks are trading higher in the pre-market session, with the JETS ETF up over 2%. This move is primarily driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices, with both WTI and Brent crude down more than 2%. Since jet fuel is a major operating expense for airlines, lower oil prices directly benefit their bottom line and profitability, leading to positive investor sentiment. The broader market is also indicating a positive start to the trading day, further supporting the upward trend in the airline sector.