Originally Posted by AirbusA350

Are oneworld Sapphire and Emerald members (earned via carriers other than AA and AS, eg. BA Gold) permitted to access AS lounges on a solely US domestic itinerary even if travelling in Economy? Whilst I know oneworld policies state that we should be allowed access, there seem to be frequent reports on here that AS have been declining access. If so, is this because we're genuinely not allowed or is this poor knowledge from lounge agents? If it is the latter, any positive experiences that anyone can share from recent times or any tips on how best to deal with any potential initial resistance? (Of course, I wouldn't make a scene lol!)

It doesn't help that the AS website is very vague and the best info I can find is this, it doesn't specifically state "irrespective of cabin" but can I assume it does imply that?



It also doesn't help that the chat agent I just conversed with was adamant that we must be flying First class to be eligible! I wish it was clearcut like it is with AA whereby lounge access for OWS/OWE is seamless and no problems at all.