Originally Posted by
Wingtips
so whats gonna happen?
Who knows, but this doesn't bode well...
AMERICAN SEEKS PROPOSALS FOR REGIONAL FLYING
As part of American's restructuring plan to expand its regional network to become more competitive with other mainline carriers, AA recently issued a "request for proposal" (RFP) to several regional airlines. In its request, American asked each carrier to indicate its interest, ability and cost to provide incremental regional feed to American, specifically small regional jet flying (50 seats or less). While no decisions have been made, this is consistent with American?s commitment to supporting its five key markets in light of the accelerated retirement of select mainline and regional aircraft. American is in ongoing discussions with its unions concerning regional flying issues.
From Eaglewire.