Originally Posted by
Blumie
Don't you think AA knows the precise sources of it's bookings today?
I would also assume that a bulk of these people (but not every single one) are using a third party site to find the cheapest fare. Of course, the fee cuts into probably what is already a near non existent margin. However, as others have said not having the listing excludes AA from a number of potential flyers and not to mention all the wonder fees which are the real profit driver.
My guess this is AA's way of attempting to get Orbitz to lower their fees.