It's seen as a major show of support for the Stamford, CT, company which sells airline seats, hotel rooms, car rentals and other travel products on a bid system. It is selling some of its shares so that the major airlines will be more or less equitably represented.
Customers name a price they are willing to pay for travel between cities, within certain parameters.
Consumer advocates say the system works well for those who know how to use it. Com President James Hood. Otherwise, they can wind up paying too much or taking circuitous routes. Com is provided by ConsumerAffairs. Com is an independent service not affiliated with any government agency.