11.   David Messing, a Continental spokesman, said that the airline had requested clearance from the Transportation Security Administration, the federal agency in charge of airport security.

12.   David Messing, a Continental spokesman, said the fare for the combined services would be less than if the tickets were booked separately.

13.   Ned Walker, a Continental spokesman, declined to comment when asked about talks between the two airlines.

14.   Ned Walker, a Continental spokesman, had little to add.

15.   Continental spokesman Bob McHugh said Davis has been banned from flying with the airline.

16.   Continental spokesman Ned Walker declined to comment when asked about the discussions between the two airlines, the daily said.