Dec 31, 2014, 10:46 pm
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And
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Some very useful threads for new members to check include.
FAQ: American Airlines and AAdvantage - Please check here first!
HELP DESK: Ask questions about Lounge Access, Challenges, Upgrades, Miles & Points
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Welcome to the 2015 "NEWBIE LOUNGE":
Ask Your AA-Related Questions Here (FLAME FREE)
Ask Your AA-Related Questions Here (FLAME FREE)
Thanks to thread founder / "plank owner" HNL! Founder and previous FlyerTalk owner, Randy Petersen, quoted (with necessary word substitutions) said in the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Forum:
Originally Posted by Randy Petersen
Welcome to FlyerTalk.
The Newbie Lounge is a place where you can get answers to your questions about American Airlines and the AAdvantage program. No question is too stupid, nothing is taken for granted, and anything about American Airlines you were afraid to ask elsewhere, or weren't sure where to ask, you can ask here.
We realize that FlyerTalk is a huge place. Until you learn your way around, feel free to post here without fear of retribution or reprimands for not using search. Our volunteer Moderators will be monitoring the lounge to assist you in finding your answers but I think you'll find that all members of FlyerTalk are here to assist you with answers and advice.
We're all glad you are here.
The previous NEWBIE LOUNGE threads are archived here
And
2014 NEWBIE LOUNGE: Ask Your AA-Related Questions Here (flame free)
Some very useful threads for new members to check include.
FAQ: American Airlines and AAdvantage - Please check here first!
HELP DESK: Ask questions about Lounge Access, Challenges, Upgrades, Miles & Points
Link to thread covering Weather, IRROPS (irregular operations) etc. of significance affecting American Airlines' operations. This thread contains links to some very useful assistance, AA weather policy and other tools.
[2015 NEWBIE LOUNGE] Ask Your AA-Related Questions Here (flame free)
Feb 20, 2015, 10:24 am
#346
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 1K, MM
Posts: 30
United 1K SFO switching to AA
I need some guidance on :
* status match - I am a 1K (140K last year and $14K spend)
* airline lounge access - i have the United Presidential Plus card - what is hte comparable card or is AMEX Plat accepted?
Thanks for your help.
Bhavit
* status match - I am a 1K (140K last year and $14K spend)
* airline lounge access - i have the United Presidential Plus card - what is hte comparable card or is AMEX Plat accepted?
Thanks for your help.
Bhavit
Feb 20, 2015, 10:57 am
#347
Moderator: American AAdvantage
Original Poster
Join Date: May 2000
Location: NorCal - SMF area
Programs: AA LT Plat; HH LT Diamond, Maître-plongeur des Muccis
Posts: 62,948
AA is offering a challenge to match your UA status:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...solidated.html
AMEX Platinum gets you AMEX a Centurion lounge access, nothing with AA.
Card: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...solidated.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...solidated.html
AMEX Platinum gets you AMEX a Centurion lounge access, nothing with AA.
Card: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...solidated.html
Feb 20, 2015, 11:35 am
#348
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 90
I asked this a few months back but didnt get a response so sorry for asking again.
I am flying on a BA issued ticket - ORD-DCA/IAD-LHR next week. The ORD-DCA leg is on AA metal (i assume I check in with AA at ORD then) with an airport change to my IAD-LHR flight on BA metal.
My question regards my bag. i will be checking a bag for these flights. I understand I will have to pick it up at DCA and recheck it for the next flight.
Will AA attempt to charge me for my bag because of the airport change makes it look like a domestic flight? My theory is that I should get this bag checked free because of my international itinerary.
thanks
I am flying on a BA issued ticket - ORD-DCA/IAD-LHR next week. The ORD-DCA leg is on AA metal (i assume I check in with AA at ORD then) with an airport change to my IAD-LHR flight on BA metal.
My question regards my bag. i will be checking a bag for these flights. I understand I will have to pick it up at DCA and recheck it for the next flight.
Will AA attempt to charge me for my bag because of the airport change makes it look like a domestic flight? My theory is that I should get this bag checked free because of my international itinerary.
thanks
Feb 20, 2015, 11:41 am
#349
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: RNO, PHL, SLC
Programs: DL Platinum, AA EXP
Posts: 214
I have a question about an AAdvantage member domestic upgrades while flying on AA-marketed, US-operated flights.
I did some research and it looks like AAdvantage members in the scenario are eligible for complimentary upgrades at the time of check-in. Is this correct?
My question is: do I need to check-in via the US Air website to confirm an upgrade or be added to the airport upgrade standby list? Going a bit further, it looks like I need to get the US Air record locator (which is different than the AA number) and login with the record locator? Or, can I go to the AA website and click 'change seats' to be redirected to the US Air website?
Any insight/tips/suggestions will be very much appreciated!
I did some research and it looks like AAdvantage members in the scenario are eligible for complimentary upgrades at the time of check-in. Is this correct?
My question is: do I need to check-in via the US Air website to confirm an upgrade or be added to the airport upgrade standby list? Going a bit further, it looks like I need to get the US Air record locator (which is different than the AA number) and login with the record locator? Or, can I go to the AA website and click 'change seats' to be redirected to the US Air website?
Any insight/tips/suggestions will be very much appreciated!
Feb 20, 2015, 12:06 pm
#350
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: SJC/VCE
Programs: AA PLT (2.9+ MM), HH GLD, Hyatt Diamond, SPG PLT
Posts: 10,161
I am flying on a BA issued ticket - ORD-DCA/IAD-LHR next week. The ORD-DCA leg is on AA metal (i assume I check in with AA at ORD then) with an airport change to my IAD-LHR flight on BA metal.
My question regards my bag. i will be checking a bag for these flights. I understand I will have to pick it up at DCA and recheck it for the next flight.
Will AA attempt to charge me for my bag because of the airport change makes it look like a domestic flight? My theory is that I should get this bag checked free because of my international itinerary.
My question regards my bag. i will be checking a bag for these flights. I understand I will have to pick it up at DCA and recheck it for the next flight.
Will AA attempt to charge me for my bag because of the airport change makes it look like a domestic flight? My theory is that I should get this bag checked free because of my international itinerary.
Feb 20, 2015, 12:13 pm
#351
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 90
I have 5 hours between flights, so I should be ok then. thanks
Feb 20, 2015, 4:44 pm
#352
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 19
Can anyone help me out, please, with this refund issue
I thank you kindly
I thank you kindly
Feb 20, 2015, 4:53 pm
#353
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Not here; there!
Programs: AA Lifetime Gold
Posts: 29,574
Wirelessly posted (BlackBerry: BlackBerry8530/5.0.0.1030 Profile/MIDP-2.1 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/417)
You were already refunded $91 for a broken Business Class seat on a YUL-MIA flight. How much more of a refund do you think you are entitled to, and why?
Originally Posted by Mahe
Can anyone help me out, please, with this refund issue
I thank you kindly
I thank you kindly
Feb 20, 2015, 5:58 pm
#354
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 19
I really think it should be at least be half of the cost or double air miles
Feb 20, 2015, 7:01 pm
#355
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 48
gift card for award tax
Is it ok to use a generic $500 visa gift card to pay and book an AA award reservation? I didn't see gift card listed as an accepted form of payment, but I clicked credit card and after 5 minutes I received the email stating it was ticketed and paid for. I'm wondering if between now and my travel date will AA cancel the tickets because I used the gift card? Thanks
Feb 20, 2015, 9:57 pm
#356
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: ONT/LAX
Programs: IHG Plat
Posts: 496
Is it ok to use a generic $500 visa gift card to pay and book an AA award reservation? I didn't see gift card listed as an accepted form of payment, but I clicked credit card and after 5 minutes I received the email stating it was ticketed and paid for. I'm wondering if between now and my travel date will AA cancel the tickets because I used the gift card? Thanks
Feb 20, 2015, 10:59 pm
#357
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: AA EXP, Hyatt Diamond, SPG Gold, Marriott Silver
Posts: 123
Does anyone know of any good deals regarding the purchase of AA gift cards? Are there good secrets on getting discounts? Already took advantage of my AMEX Platinum $200. Thinking about buying cards from ABC gift cards but don't know how reliable this is...
Feb 21, 2015, 6:37 am
#358
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: SJC/VCE
Programs: AA PLT (2.9+ MM), HH GLD, Hyatt Diamond, SPG PLT
Posts: 10,161
Feb 21, 2015, 7:54 am
#359
In Memoriam, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Benicia CA
Programs: Alaska MVP Gold 75K, AA 3.8MM, UA 1.1MM, enjoying the retired life
Posts: 31,849
What, exactly, was wrong with the seat that a 50% refund was being asked for? AA provided transportation, meals, drinks, and got you to your destination. You could have stayed behind and waited for the next flight if the seat was unacceptable, yet still decided to fly, so it must not have been a safety issue. Was it something like the seat not being able to properly recline? I'm surprised AA have you a 10% cash refund and just didn't give you some miles. Hard to see why you think a 50% cash refund is due with the details you've provided.
Feb 21, 2015, 1:15 pm
#360
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: ONT/LAX
Programs: IHG Plat
Posts: 496
AA changed my itinerary, booked on award (U).
Original itinerary: ONT-PHX-EWR-JFK-BHX (redeye PHX-EWR)
Current itinerary: ONT-PHX-DWF-EWR-JFK-BHX (9 hrs overnight in PHX)
Departure and arrival times and dates remain the same. All legs are on US except for JFK-BHX.
ONT is a co-terminal of LAX. Can I change it to LAX-JFK-BHX, with LAX-JFK on AA? With or without the fee? There are only Y and J fares available.
Original itinerary: ONT-PHX-EWR-JFK-BHX (redeye PHX-EWR)
Current itinerary: ONT-PHX-DWF-EWR-JFK-BHX (9 hrs overnight in PHX)
Departure and arrival times and dates remain the same. All legs are on US except for JFK-BHX.
ONT is a co-terminal of LAX. Can I change it to LAX-JFK-BHX, with LAX-JFK on AA? With or without the fee? There are only Y and J fares available.
It was all done without having to pay the change fee despite it being a different origin (although they are co-terminals) and destination.
So I got a $5.60 refund from taxes and I got 2 U seats on the 77W.
+1 to AA!
Last edited by indelible; Feb 21, 2015 at 1:32 pm