AMR CFO- mulls consolidation

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Yes, but it is also a fact that as part of the 20 year supplier deal AMR signed with Boeing in 1997, AMR has the contractual right to acquire aircraft with prior notice ranging from 15 to 18 months.

Another fact to consider is that a quick glance at Boeing's order and delivery sheet reveals a couple of interesting customers, namely a few leasing companies and "unidentified"...

I have to believe that if the world's largest airline wanted access to aircraft, it wouldn't have much difficulty gaining it. It may be a little optomistic to think that way, but I believe it behooves AMR to keep very quiet about future growth until APA, TWU, and APFA are all locked into concessionary contracts.