Originally posted by Turnbull:
Michael obviously didn't want Carlo killed at the mall, where Connie or another "civilian" might see his body being hauled out. The ticket was a ruse to make Carlo think Michael really was going to spare his life. That way, Carlo would relax and get into the car with Clemenza, believing he was being driven to the airport. Killing him in the car was a good way to mask his murder.
Thanks a lot turnbull I didn't even think of that until you mentioned it. I should have been able to figure it out.
