Trottman, Melanie. 2007. "AMR's Long-Term Solution Needs to Gain Some Altitude." Wall Street Journal (8 October): C 1. "During the industry downturn after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, American was one of the most frugal spenders and, in some areas, aggressive cost-cutters as Mr. Arpey avoided the easier path taken by rivals in bankruptcy-court proceedings. Now, investments to improve operations for the long haul, including better customer service and new aircraft interiors, are adding to the carrier's high costs. "They have a lot more work ahead of them than other names because of the fact that they haven't been through bankruptcy," said Standard & Poor's airline equity analyst Jim Corridore, who has a "hold" recommendation on the stock."
-- Michael Perelman Economics Department California State University Chico, CA 95929 Tel. 530-898-5321 E-Mail michael at ecst.csuchico.edu michaelperelman.wordpress.com
