<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by christep:
Of course I was able to whip out my Diamond card and get access on that ...
Interestingly, although people here say the rules are being interpreted quite tightly, I never have any difficulty getting access to AC/FLs on my Diamond card when flying AA even with no adjacent international flights. I'm not sure if this is because I am on a OW Explorer ticket (albeit with stopovers in the US) or because it is just assumed that CX members are always on an international itinerary.</font>
Only AA EXP's are required to be on an international itinerary (and it must be the same day!). Other OW Emeralds can access the FL whenever they are flying AA (or any OW airline) that day. A rare case of guests being treated better than family. Too bad that FLs are few and far between. As an aside, AA is very happy when CX/QF/BA Emeralds access the FL (they collect a hefty fee for providing lounge access)...you may have noticed how diligent they are at collecting your FF number. At least it ensures a warm welcome.