Originally Posted by tvl4free
Just checked in for my trip. Agent told me that if you are connecting to an international carrier allowing 70 pounds, then AA will allow you to check 70 pounds.
Bummer. Spent an hour rearranging junk to meet the 50 lb AA requirement.
Go figure. And YYMV.
Thanks for the update. Good to know that AA is flexible in this regard. IIRC, the same thing is true when returning from overseas. The regional airlines, which have 20-30-40 kg. limits on Y/J/F classes, will extend the 2x70# baggage allowance if your regional flight and North American transoceanic flight are within 24 hours.