to add to the speculation: AA has said they want to get rid of the 50 seaters, they did years ago. they don’t want 1 class airplanes. hell, they could shut piedmont down and the other two could easily cover the flying, 50 seaters included until they get rid of them. that’s a helluva lot cheaper than bringing a new fleet to little ole piedmont. or they could merge, or do nothing. who knows.