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7d ago

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Anyone else participating in this AAdvantage challenge?

I noticed this challenge and am considering whether it makes sense to adjust some of my travel plans around it. I have several domestic and international trips coming up this summer. For domestic travel, I usually book Main Cabin and only occasionally purchase First Class....

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7d ago

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AA cancelled my reservation 29 days before departure as “no show” and now it’s under investigation

I need help understanding what is happening with my American Airlines reservation because I am getting conflicting and confusing information. I booked a round-trip flight for my family with a departure date of July 7, 2026, and a return on July 14, 2026. However, on June 8,...

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7d ago

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CK welcome package arrived today

I was not sure how many Loyalty Points were needed to qualify, but it looks like I had enough. A package arrived at my doorstep today via UPS, and it turned out to be my CK welcome package. It was a nice surprise and definitely a cool item to receive.

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8d ago

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Does the AA free checked bag benefit apply if the first leg is operated by Hawaiian Airlines?

I’m considering booking an OGG–PHL itinerary through American Airlines and using my AAdvantage credit card to get the free checked bag benefit. However, the first segment is operated by Hawaiian Airlines (via Alaska), with a connection in LAX. Since the ticket is booked through...

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13d ago

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AA just called me

My phone rang and it showed 800-433-7300 (American Airlines). A representative asked if I still planned to fly on my upcoming flight because it is overbooked and wanted to confirm that I would actually be traveling tomorrow. I had already checked in a few hours earlier, so I was...

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13d ago

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American Airlines faces backlash over policy that could downgrade premium passengers with limited compensation nypost.com

A new American Airlines refund policy is drawing criticism after reports suggested that passengers who are involuntarily moved from First Class or Business Class to a lower cabin may receive only partial compensation in some situations. The discussion gained traction after an...

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15d ago

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Anyone else have their Barclays AAdvantage account not transfer to Citi?

I’ve seen several discussions about the Barclays to Citi AAdvantage transition, but I haven’t found anyone with the exact issue I’m dealing with. I received the Citi welcome email back in March with instructions to wait for my new card following the April transition. I waited,...

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18d ago

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Caviar Wellington experience on AA MIA–MXP

I recently flew Miami (MIA) to Milan (MXP) and had the Caviar Wellington meal onboard. Honestly wasn’t sure what to expect going in, but it ended up being a pretty interesting experience overall. The presentation and concept felt more premium than typical long-haul catering, and...

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25d ago

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Unexpectedly cheap cash upgrade from AA award economy to business class

I booked an economy award ticket with American Airlines miles from Dallas/Fort Worth to Buenos Aires for early July. Recently, I was able to upgrade the ticket to business class for a relatively low cash price. Earlier checks showed no upgrade offers or very high prices, but...

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26d ago

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Flagship Lounge vouchers show up in account, but strict terms limit usefulness

I randomly logged into my account and noticed a promotion showing two Flagship Lounge vouchers. I clicked through and they were added successfully. However, they are only valid for 90 days and are restricted to self use only, with no guest access allowed. I have an international...

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1month ago

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Found this blast from the past while cleaning today

While cleaning out some old drawers today, I came across this old Piedmont Airlines club membership card from 1988. Back then, my parents bought lifetime club memberships for themselves, my siblings, and me for around $300 each. After several airline mergers over the years, that...

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1month ago

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American Airlines Advantage status feels less valuable after seat changes and upgrade issues

Platinum Pro member here, and I’m starting to feel like the value of the AAdvantage program has dropped quite a bit. I was checking in for my first vacation of the year when I noticed all my seats had been changed from Main Cabin Extra (red seats) to Premium seats (green),...

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2month ago

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Frustration with SWU upgrade clearing order despite higher status and earlier request

I’m an Executive Platinum member with around 550K Loyalty Points in the trailing 12 months on American Airlines. I currently have 10 Systemwide Upgrades (SWUs) and am traveling to Madrid tonight with my family. Our tickets were purchased in October 2025, and our family of four...

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3month ago

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may the odds be ever in your favor, great americanairlines.

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AAdvantage

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3month ago

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$3,000 to “lock in” Exec Plat… who is actually paying this?

Just got the offer to buy up to Executive Platinum after being Platinum Pro the last two years. Price? About $3,000. I mean… seriously. Who is paying that out of pocket? Between AA and Hilton, the points inflation lately has been wild. Feels like the carrot keeps moving further...

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3month ago

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About to hit Million Miler at 81… what happens after?

I’ve been mostly a leisure AA flyer for decades. Managed to keep Gold or Platinum for about 20 years. Nothing crazy compared to some of you road warriors, but it’s been steady. I’m about 11k miles away from hitting Million Miler… assuming I get there before my 81st birthday....

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3month ago

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Got upgraded as EP… but they split my wife off the PNR?

I’m Executive Platinum, wife is Gold. Day before the flight I clear the upgrade, but they split her onto a separate record locator when they did it. That dropped her to 7th on the waitlist the morning of departure. One seat opened and #1 got it. In the end I gave her my upgrade,...

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3month ago

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If I spend $12k on one ticket, do I jump straight to Platinum?

Trying to understand how this actually works. If I book a flight that’s $12,000 before taxes, would that automatically push me past Gold and into Platinum since Gold is at $8,000? Or do I only earn at the base 5x rate for the whole ticket because I don’t have status yet, and the...

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3month ago

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AA Vacations cheaper but terrible flight options?

Has anyone else noticed this with AA Vacations? I was pricing a trip to Bermuda from CLT and the package total is actually cheaper through the vacation portal. But the flight options are awful. No nonstop choices, just super long layovers. One option had me traveling 11 hours to...

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3month ago

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Executive Platinum and still getting charged for bags at the desk… what’s going on?

That would drive me crazy. If you’re Exec Plat, the system absolutely should show 3 free bags up to 70lbs. You shouldn’t have to argue every single time. That’s one of the main perks of flying that much. My guess is it’s either a system glitch or the reservation not correctly...

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4month ago

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800k+ Loyalty Points and still no CK? I’m about done with AA

I’ll be at 800k+ Loyalty Points before the March 1 reset. Last year I had 675k and that still wasn’t enough for ConciergeKey. AUS based. 5 million miler on AA. Lifetime Exec Plat already. I’ve given them a lot over the years. At this point I’m just asking for CK. If it doesn’t...

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4month ago

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AA call center experience hitting a new low

Yikes. This is bad even by airline standards. A glitch cancels a PNR, original flight pops back up, and the agent refuses to move the passenger back without charging. Then straight up tells an Executive Platinum that “all you f***ing people do is call and complain”. That’s wild....

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4month ago

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Leaked AA employee call hints at real improvements ahead? viewfromthewing.com

Saw some details from a leaked American Airlines employee call and, honestly, this is the most optimistic I’ve felt about AA in a while. Supposedly coming soon: Better transparency around delays and cancellations Free WiFi expanding to widebodies too More lounge related updates...

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4month ago

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AAdvantage Hotels miles posted but no LP. Is that normal?

First time using AAdvantage Hotels and I’m a bit confused. I booked a stay for February and the trip hasn’t even happened yet. Today the miles already posted to my account, but they showed up only as redeemable miles, not Loyalty Points. Is this normal? Do the LP usually post...

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4month ago

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Yes, you can book AA award flights for other people

American is actually pretty flexible about this. You can use your AAdvantage miles to book award tickets for anyone, friends or family, and you don’t have to be on the flight yourself. It’s completely allowed. The only real rule is that you can’t sell miles or tickets as a...

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