ARCHIVE: All About AA Flagship Check-In at JFK, LAX, MIA, ORD (master thread)
#196
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I think (1) is yes and (2) is no. The old rules referred to OW long-haul F in the "outbound itinerary" -- from the current point forward, as you note. That phrase isn't there now, so it should work for EXP or F pax as long as there's a long-haul somewhere (making it not solely a "North American itinerary"), with the new provisos that the international flight must be AA-operated but that class of service doesn't matter for EXP. I think AA-operated is intended as a nontrivial restriction precisely to cut out those flying AA domestic to OW international.
As EXP, I have successfully used Flagship Check-in at ORD connecting AA I-to-D.
As EXP, I have successfully used Flagship Check-in at ORD connecting AA I-to-D.
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#198
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I think the requirement of AA-operated flights is due to AA's system. They can't just check in CX/IB/BA flights...
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#199
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Traveling MIA-ORD-LHR.
MIA-ORD on AA F
ORD-LHR on BA F.
I remember that if you connected to BA in F that you could use Flagship Checkin in MIA.
It appears from AA's website that this is no longer the case.
Anyone know the definite answer?
Thanks.
MIA-ORD on AA F
ORD-LHR on BA F.
I remember that if you connected to BA in F that you could use Flagship Checkin in MIA.
It appears from AA's website that this is no longer the case.
Anyone know the definite answer?
Thanks.
#200
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Officially, no you cannot. In practice, I have done it many times without issue in MIA. (However, if they said no, I would not argue, as the rule states you don't have access flying other OW First Class.)
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I suspect you're correct, but I'm afraid the language still technically blocks access under my scenario. But as I will have completed the IB segments, I may TRY and see if they will give me the BP (and skip to the head of the pre-check line. ) Worst they can do is refuse entry.
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#203
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Are you referring to Flagship lounge access or Flagship check-in? They have different policies.
If lounge access, this is the wrong thread. But to answer your question, JJ is oneworld. It would still follow FL lounge access policy.
https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/...hip-lounge.jsp
#204
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Assuming you are OW Emerald on another airline (not AA), yes you can use Flagship Checkin.
You can use Flagship First Check-In if you’re flying on any flight operated by American (regardless of
cabin
).*
*American Airlines AAdvantage Executive Platinum customers traveling solely on North American itineraries do not qualify for Flagship First Check-In access. North America is defined as the United States (including Hawaii and Alaska), Canada, Mexico (except MEX), Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
If the others are on your ITN they will have access too. If they are on another ITN (even same flight), by the rules, no they will not have access. However, in practice, there are many reports of everyone using Flagship Check-in. YMMV
You can use Flagship First Check-In if you’re flying on any flight operated by American (regardless of
cabin
).*
*American Airlines AAdvantage Executive Platinum customers traveling solely on North American itineraries do not qualify for Flagship First Check-In access. North America is defined as the United States (including Hawaii and Alaska), Canada, Mexico (except MEX), Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
If the others are on your ITN they will have access too. If they are on another ITN (even same flight), by the rules, no they will not have access. However, in practice, there are many reports of everyone using Flagship Check-in. YMMV
#205
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Per Wiki, as an EXP, I can use FS c/i if I'm flying to Europe. My main interest is to by-pass the TSA PRE-CHECK lines (at JFK, these can be long...many TSA agents scrutinize your travel documents with a "fine tooth comb"); in order to use this feature one needs "the" pushy agent--I've seen her in action. If several people need her services, they all can't get served. How would this then play out?
Updated to add PRE-CHECK.
Updated to add PRE-CHECK.
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#206
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Per Wiki, as an EXP, I can use FS c/i if I'm flying to Europe. My main interest is to by-pass the TSA lines (at JFK, these can be long...many TSA agents scrutinize your travel documents with a "fine tooth comb"); in order to use this feature one needs "the" pushy agent--I've seen her in action. If several people need her services, they all can't get served. How would this then play out?
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I corrected my previous post to add PRE-CHECK.
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I guess there are different agents at JFK...I've used Flagship Check around a dozen times in the last six months and would say maybe half the time I've had an agent take me from check-in to security (I've always accessed as a OW Emerald rather than being in intl/transcon F). The TSA people don't seem to be too bothered whether an AAgent is there or not...although usually I'll find when the AAgent is there they'll do a quick glance and mark the boarding pass rather than the two or three "ident checks" they often do when I'm there by myself (I'm old school and use the non-electronic BPs).
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Assuming you are OW Emerald on another airline (not AA), yes you can use Flagship Checkin.
You can use Flagship First Check-In if youre flying on any flight operated by American (regardless of
cabin
).*
*American Airlines AAdvantage Executive Platinum customers traveling solely on North American itineraries do not qualify for Flagship First Check-In access. North America is defined as the United States (including Hawaii and Alaska), Canada, Mexico (except MEX), Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
If the others are on your ITN they will have access too. If they are on another ITN (even same flight), by the rules, no they will not have access. However, in practice, there are many reports of everyone using Flagship Check-in. YMMV
You can use Flagship First Check-In if youre flying on any flight operated by American (regardless of
cabin
).*
*American Airlines AAdvantage Executive Platinum customers traveling solely on North American itineraries do not qualify for Flagship First Check-In access. North America is defined as the United States (including Hawaii and Alaska), Canada, Mexico (except MEX), Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
If the others are on your ITN they will have access too. If they are on another ITN (even same flight), by the rules, no they will not have access. However, in practice, there are many reports of everyone using Flagship Check-in. YMMV
#210
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If it is not that busy and you have a willing agent, then no problem.
If it is busy or you have a rule follower/tough entry person, they may stop it before it starts.
Also, how many people are we talking about? Parents and kids, likely not a problem. 4+ adults, less likely. Again, so many factors outside your control play into it.
You should also peak at the line; Shorter line, it just may not be worth the hassle. They could be moving through the line while you check-in. Doesn't hurt to try, but be prepared to be rejected. That way, no disappointment.
Be sure to report back to expand the knowledge base. Good luck!