Your comments make total sense. I am based in Los Angeles, it is just as convenient for me to fly America West (sometimes more convenient) than flying Continental. I seem to have gone out of my way to fly Continental instead of America West just because I like their 1st class seats, meals, etc, a bit better. However, my personal boycott will be to fly America West as much as possible instead of Continental, as I still earn Continental miles and elite status on their flights. Perhaps others will also not go out of their way to support an airline that is reducing perks for its best customers. But, as you say, we'll see what the next downturn brings!!!