I understand some might see this as a stupid post, and I'm begging to not get all shot up, but I'd appreciate other traveler's thoughts and opinions on this topic.

As we look at $1.90/gal (and falling fast) gas prices here, one might wonder what impact lower fuel costs will have on 2016 airfares. Said differently, I'm not informed on how far airlines buy fuel futures forward, but one might assume that if futures are 3-6 months forward, then airfares might be somewhat better in the first half of 2016.

Again, I'm not looking for specific forecasts of airfares, but a discussion of the factors that affect airfares (recent mergers, low cost carriers, etc.) and particularly fuel costs.

Any TTOL'ers want to offer up any facts or opinions?

Basically, I'm looking to book an SXM trip in March/April of 2016 and I'm debating with myself if I want to book this far forward.

Thanks for your thoughtful responses in advance.