The carrier will complete an MCO or an MPD as
illustrated on subsequent pages. The carrier may
issue its own accountable PTA form. Carrier will
retain the exchange coupon and arrange for
transmittal of the PTA to the ticketing office in
accordance with carrier’s procedures.
A travel agent may sell PTA transportation. In so
doing, the agent should complete an MCO or any
other accountable form acceptable to the carrier.
However, the travel agent must not forward the PTA
to the passenger or the ticketing office. The agent
shall contact the local office of the carrier who will
transmit the PTA.
The office issuing the PTA will ensure that the
correct equivalent of the applicable fare has been
collected from the sponsor.