It sucks that AA have pulled out. If CO pull out, personally it will be pretty harsh...being an american living in brum, with family in the US this is pretty bad; although in a different league to those who have lost relatives in the WTC, and those who have lost jobs....a good flight link to the U.S. is ..well...nice from BHX for someone in brum. AT 6'5" AA's extra legroom in economy is so appreciated.
Good luck to those out there in aviation.