Originally Posted by
CrazyJ82
They might, but they probably won't. Seems to me previous reports we've had about them doing this were based on class of service, not status. I know that when I did an AA-CX connection at ORD last year, I realized in HKG that the AA agent in DCA had not priority tagged the bag (I was in Y), and CX had not put a tag on in transit. I hadn't noticed when I checked in because it was early and I was still half-asleep, and anyway I wasn't sure if oneworld rules provided for priority handling based on status.
AA will be able to check your bag all the way through to DEL. If this is one ticket they'll see the onward connections automatically. Otherwise show them your e-tickets for all legs. No need to collect/re-check in either LAX or HKG.
As a precaution, I usually show a CX agent the bag tag number I receive from AA. I thought I read once that this is helpful to make sure CX's computers correctly match you and the bag and know the bag should be loaded when you board, but it might be an unnecessary step.
My experiences connecting at both LAX and SFO suggested that CX would definetely put First Class tag for F (and maybe DM) connecting passengers checked bags. When I flew Business, CX never put Business Class tag.
Sometimes I take UA to west coast and connect to CX. Because of my UA status, my bag is tagged priority with UA. Many times when I get to my final destination (usually TPE), my checked bag is out with business class tag though.
Also at LAX & SFO, check-in agent will always ask if passenger needs to check bag. If you reply the bag has been checked through, agent will ask for your tag to input the number. Same experience goes to other Asian carriers.