Originally Posted by
JDiver
Some also put the fare on 24 hour hold and then call Web Services, get the ticket upfared, then purchase on aa.com.
Don't forget that you cannot put an itinerary on hold that includes any segments with a different airline's flight number. (for example, AA codeshare flight#s operated by BA are ok to hold, but an itin with the same flight under a BA # cannot be put on hold)