American, for instance, became embroiled in a costly battle with its pilots last year after it agreed to buy tiny Reno Air.

American stumbled badly after it bought Reno Air in 1999.

Reno Air has an unusual offer - for residents of Alaska.

Reno Air subsequently posted its first annual profit in 1995.

So does Reno Air, which flies in the West.

Travelers can also call Reno Air directly at (800) 736-6247.

Yesterday's court order still leaves open the dispute over how American will integrate Reno Air.

They also remember cutbacks and layoffs in the early 1990's that they say enabled Reno Air to get its start.

Within six months of taking over in May 1998, he agreed to buy Reno Air for $124 million.

Yet negotiations with American's pilots over the integration of Reno Air quickly broke down.