Originally Posted by
DatBoi
Ironically it is easier to book a CX F award than find availability on AA metal (which he intends to use the miless for). EY rates on AA are also quite lucrative. Do they have status or loyalty etc...
Furthering what I said earlier (@Lurker, this is for you, too!):
AA seems even stronger now. I've looked at their mileage charts, and it appears that EY mileage is 12500 miles for domestic flights, AA is 12500 for domestic, or 7500 if under 500 miles. As the OP said they are looking at domestic flights, this implies AA is the better choice.
Further, the OP clearly states that they don't yet have accounts, and therefore status is irrelevant.