AMR Bankrutpcy Puts Eagle Divestiture On Hold
AMR bankruptcy leaves American Eagle in limbo.
American Eagle's Embraer ERJ 135s appear particularly susceptible to lease rejections under Chapter 11. (Photo: Kirby Harrison)
American Eagle's Embraer ERJ 135s appear particularly susceptible to lease rejections under Chapter 11. (Photo: Kirby Harrison)

AMR Corporation’s bankruptcy filing in late November will at least delay the planned divestiture of its American Eagle subsidiary, as well as throw into disarray any agreements forged between leaders of the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) and airline management.