Originally Posted by
Hungry Dingo
I believe it's "first piece of luggage free" when you use said card to purchase the airfare. Just because you have the card, you can't wave it at check-in and say, " I have this card and it entitles me to a free checked bag.
WRONG
My understanding is it's linked to your AAdvantage account, you get the benefit when you travel regardless of if how you paid for the ticket. AA knows you have the card and you get the free bag. You shouldn't need to be waving anything.