Originally Posted by
nutwpinut
That seems odd. Are you sure that portion was "I" class?
I just checked my future itinerary, and for all portions the fare basis code begins with I. On the
AA site for earning miles on AY
It specifically lists I class as earning miles. It is a discounted biz class, but should still earn miles, just not as many as J, D, or C. The only exceptions listed at the bottom are flights to/from Cuba.