ARC RELEASES FEBRUARY 2005 RESULTS

Arlington, VA,March 10, 2005 - ARC today released its February 2005 operating results. Highlights were as follows:

• Average Weekly Sales by Agency Location exceeded $60,000 for the first time as total sales rose to 3% above February 2004
• Transactions processed showed growth with February transactions exceeding the same month in 2004 by 5%
• International fares were 11% above the February 2004 level while Domestic fares leveled out at 4% below

A more detailed breakdown is available on ARC's Web site.

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About ARC
ARC is the premier provider of financial settlement solutions and data and analytical services for the travel industry. Airlines, travel agencies, corporate travel departments, railroads, and other travel suppliers process more than $65 billion annually through ARC's world-class settlement system, making it the financial backbone of travel distribution. ARC COMPASS®, the leading, trusted source for travel transaction information, powers data and analytical tools that help ARC customers make confident business decisions. ARC is an airline-owned company that builds on values of integrity, teamwork, innovation, cost-effectiveness, and excellence. For more information, please visit http://www.arccorp.com.