Originally Posted by
EJRofChicago
If I book an American-operated international flight (e.g., DFW>MEX) using BA Avios, will I have AAdvantage status (Platinum, in my case) perks? Assuming I can show my AA credentials at originating airport on check-in for the complimentary checked bag but what about advance MCE?
when you book the flight using Avios, check the box that you are booking for someone else and it should allow you to put in your AA number (to use your AA status) while allowing you to pay for it in Avios.