Jan 1, 2019, 2:12 pm
Last edit by: JDiver
Welcome to the 2019 "NEWBIE LOUNGE"
Ask Your Consolidated / Combined AA Questions Here (flame free)
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The Newbie Lounge is a place for newer and less experienced members to ask their questions about American Airlines and the AAdvantage program and have answered by our more experienced and knowledgeable members. Feel free to ask any question related to American Airlines and AAdvantage here.
NOTE: This is a "flame free" thread; flaming, personal criticism for "failing to search" etc. is not allowed (if posted, the post will be summarily deleted, the poster subject to sanctions).
Advanced questions posed by veteran FT users may be moved and / or merged into existing master or GUIDE threads, most of which have Wikiposts at the top of the page that contain summaries of important information.
We volunteer Moderators monitor this "lounge" thread to assist you as well. When browsing the fora, look at the page tops of the various forums. There will be a menu, and often "sticky" threads, and threads with header "wiki posts" (created and maintained by the FlyerTalk community) with important information relating to that forum / topic.
Don't hesitate to contact a moderator or another member if you have any additional questions. You can PM the Moderators by clicking on
, which pops up a message box; the message goes to all this forum's Moderators. Note that unlike some sites with paid staff moderators, FlyerTalk Moderators are volunteers, and most work, travel, go on holiday, etc. You can Private Message us using the PM system (My Flyertalk) and our handles.We're glad you've chosen to join the Flyertalk frequent flyer community!
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NOTE: 2019 NEWBIE LOUNGE older posts are here.
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ARCHIVE: NEWBIE LOUNGE 2019: Ask "Newbie" AA Questions Here (flame free)
Nov 29, 2019, 4:38 pm
#1951
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Dallas, TX
Programs: AA EXP, Hilton Gold, Marriott Silver
Posts: 169
Yet another Noob question for the experts.
I have read about Special Fares. How can one book special fares to maximize the EQM/EQD? What is the best way to get more value? I have been booking most of my tickets on AA. Recently learnt that booking on BA gives me more bang for my bucks when EQD is factored.
What are the other tips and tricks or links to old posts that might educate me?
I have read about Special Fares. How can one book special fares to maximize the EQM/EQD? What is the best way to get more value? I have been booking most of my tickets on AA. Recently learnt that booking on BA gives me more bang for my bucks when EQD is factored.
What are the other tips and tricks or links to old posts that might educate me?
Nov 29, 2019, 5:30 pm
#1952
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: AA Exec Plat, DL Plat (but not for long)
Posts: 175
I'm pretty sure this was asked before but couldn't find it.
I recently qualified for Executive Platinum. I purchased an international business class ticket to Mexico for myself and then purchased a coach ticket for a friend using miles on the same flight. I have 500 mile upgrade certificates that are basically useless to me. Is there any way to add him to the upgrade list using them in this situation?
I recently qualified for Executive Platinum. I purchased an international business class ticket to Mexico for myself and then purchased a coach ticket for a friend using miles on the same flight. I have 500 mile upgrade certificates that are basically useless to me. Is there any way to add him to the upgrade list using them in this situation?
Nov 29, 2019, 5:43 pm
#1953
Moderator: American AAdvantage
Join Date: May 2000
Location: NorCal - SMF area
Programs: AA LT Plat; HH LT Diamond, Maître-plongeur des Muccis
Posts: 62,948
Yet another Noob question for the experts.
I have read about Special Fares. How can one book special fares to maximize the EQM/EQD? What is the best way to get more value? I have been booking most of my tickets on AA. Recently learnt that booking on BA gives me more bang for my bucks when EQD is factored.
What are the other tips and tricks or links to old posts that might educate me?
I have read about Special Fares. How can one book special fares to maximize the EQM/EQD? What is the best way to get more value? I have been booking most of my tickets on AA. Recently learnt that booking on BA gives me more bang for my bucks when EQD is factored.
What are the other tips and tricks or links to old posts that might educate me?
Other ways of booking those fares aren’t necessarily booking via BA, etc. but booking tickets where BA etc. is the marketing carrier (e.g. a BA codeshare).
AA "Special Fare" (AA Vacations, TYP, MR, etc.) Questions, EQD, Issues (merged)
And some ideas perhaps from https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/amer...-partners.html
I'm pretty sure this was asked before but couldn't find it.
I recently qualified for Executive Platinum. I purchased an international business class ticket to Mexico for myself and then purchased a coach ticket for a friend using miles on the same flight. I have 500 mile upgrade certificates that are basically useless to me. Is there any way to add him to the upgrade list using them in this situation?
I recently qualified for Executive Platinum. I purchased an international business class ticket to Mexico for myself and then purchased a coach ticket for a friend using miles on the same flight. I have 500 mile upgrade certificates that are basically useless to me. Is there any way to add him to the upgrade list using them in this situation?
Yes, you can use your 500 mile upgrades for a companion. See
AA Adds New Companion Upgrades Policy 5 May 2018
AA "Sticker" / 500-mile & EXP "UDU" Complimentary Upgrade Policy / FAQ
Nov 29, 2019, 6:22 pm
#1954
Join Date: Nov 2019
Posts: 8
Fine print on AA basic and main cabin for transatlantic flights states you can make changes for a fee, is that true?
Nov 30, 2019, 12:18 pm
#1955
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 142
Is there a way to check in the first leg of the flight but not 2nd?
Iah to DFW to HNL. Ideally I want to hold out checking in DFW to HNL in the off chance I get upgraded so I can purchase 500 mile segments.
Iah to DFW to HNL. Ideally I want to hold out checking in DFW to HNL in the off chance I get upgraded so I can purchase 500 mile segments.
Dec 1, 2019, 8:39 am
#1956
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Southern California
Programs: AA EXPlat, 2.4MM; HHonors Diamond
Posts: 580
I am EP, flying LATAM LAX-LIM business nonstop. What lounge(s) at LAX pre-flight? Thanks.
Dec 1, 2019, 8:53 am
#1957
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: RDU <|> MMX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS
Posts: 12,456
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/amer...es-2019-a.html
Which lounge at LAX would you use?
Guide: LAX / Los Angeles TBIT / Bradley Int’l. oneworld Lounges
LAX / Los Angeles Int'l. Terminal 4 Flagship Lounge (master thread)
Dec 1, 2019, 1:33 pm
#1958
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 142
Dfw to HNL tomorrow.
Tons of PE seats but only 1 business class seat on 777-200. Chances getting upgraded to PE?
I haven't checked in... Need to buy 6 500miles and waiting incasw I clear. Platinum with AA
Tons of PE seats but only 1 business class seat on 777-200. Chances getting upgraded to PE?
I haven't checked in... Need to buy 6 500miles and waiting incasw I clear. Platinum with AA
Dec 1, 2019, 1:37 pm
#1959
Join Date: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,285
I think 500 mile upgrades are only from Y/PE to J. Not sure if you can use stickers to get upgraded to PE. They may have a cash offer during OLCI or at the counter at the airport.
Dec 1, 2019, 1:58 pm
#1960
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 142
I called this morning and if I were to pay for the upgrade it would be a bit over $400 for PE. I guess it could change come check-in but holding out incase business class clears.
Dec 1, 2019, 2:48 pm
#1961
Moderator: Travel Safety/Security, Travel Tools, California, Los Angeles; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: LAX
Programs: oneword Emerald
Posts: 20,615
Dec 1, 2019, 3:14 pm
#1962
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 655
Is there a good way to see if a SWU will clear before you buy the flight
Dec 1, 2019, 3:16 pm
#1963
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 87
DFW Admirals Club
I'm currently BA SIlver and will be taking a domestic first flight from DFW to KOA. Will I be able to access the lounge in DFW or does the domestic flight exemption apply here?
thanks
thanks
Dec 1, 2019, 3:23 pm
#1964
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Not here; there!
Programs: AA Lifetime Gold
Posts: 29,558
You will have access. The domestic-flight exemption only applies to AAdvantage elites, not to elites from other oneworld FFPs.
Dec 2, 2019, 10:15 am
#1965
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2010
Programs: AA
Posts: 14,728