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Jan 25, 2023, 5:55 pm

#2116

mjstallion

Join Date: Jan 2009

Posts: 75

If I'm flying from SEA to SJU on Business, do I get access to Admirals Lounge?

AA site says flights to the Caribbean qualify, but I can't find if SJU is considered Caribbean or USA.

Jan 25, 2023, 6:55 pm

#2117

nilyaj

Join Date: Nov 2022

Posts: 38

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjstallion

If I'm flying from SEA to SJU on Business, do I get access to Admirals Lounge?

AA site says flights to the Caribbean qualify, but I can't find if SJU is considered Caribbean or USA.

If you use this award map tool from AA and play around with it you can find that SJU is listed under Mexico & Caribbean. Since SJU is definitely not a part of Mexico, I would say it's pretty safe to assume it's under the Caribbean category.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:58 pm

#2118

lotrbfme

Join Date: Jun 2014

Location: FL

Programs: AA EXP, Hyatt Diamond, SPG Plat, IC Plat Amb, HH Diamond, Marriott Platinum

Posts: 1,299

Does AA still do free connection on destination or origin with partner awards (JAL)?

Example:

I wanna go first class to Japan and there is space (JAL METAL) on DFW-NRT for 80k miles but on the web I cant seem to be able to add MIA-DFW. Over the phone is it bookable like before MIA-DFW-NRT for the same 80k ?

Jan 25, 2023, 9:07 pm

#2119

guv1976

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Posts: 29,601

Quote:

Originally Posted by lotrbfme

Maybe. Are you seeing MileSAAver award space available for MIA-DFW segment in either class of service? If so, an agent might be able to add it to the DFW-NRT segment, which you should put on a complimentary hold immediately before that award seat disappears.

Jan 26, 2023, 2:24 am

#2120

minitacotruck

Join Date: Jan 2023

Programs: AA Plat, *A Slv

Posts: 7

Where can I find mileage earnings for an AA operated and marketed flight booked as part of JL multi-leg itinerary? (AA flight shows up in my AAdvantage account but can't find an option or place to see the mileage earnings).

Jan 26, 2023, 5:25 am

#2121

JJeffrey

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Join Date: Feb 2001

Location: RDU <|> MMX

Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS

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Quote:

Originally Posted by JWM2023

Definite newbie question:

We are flying BNA to St Thomas (STT) through MIA round trip (First between BNA and MIA; Business between STT and MIA in both directions). I'm pretty sure the STT leg will allow Admirals Club access in MIA in both directions; my question is does this itinerary allow Admirals club access in Nashville before the outbound flight (the first leg is first class, but not international)?
Thanks,

Yep no problem to access the AC in BNA as well.

Jan 26, 2023, 7:01 am

#2122

trolleymusic

Join Date: Jun 2014

Posts: 212

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrp96

I wouldn't have gotten off the phone until the correct itinerary was showing up online, so I would go ahead and call.

I called again and there was no record of the changes that had been made. This time I waited on the phone until it was all sorted out, which took quite a while as the person I was talking to would choose flights, save them, and the system would throw up issues or make changes.

I must say that I find the AA agents all very friendly and helpful, and they seem to be let down by the systems.

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Jan 26, 2023, 9:31 am

#2123

Rabauke

Join Date: Jan 2023

Posts: 8

I have a question regarding Concierge Key. Is that usually given at one defined time of the year or can you get it based on your spendings at any time of the year. Currently I am running with ~ 550k Loyalty Points and just wondering if an LP run until Feb. would give me any chance to have CK...

Jan 26, 2023, 6:43 pm

#2124

Grubman1234

Join Date: Jan 2023

Posts: 43

Status Change after ticket purchase

Long time lurker, this is a great resource for me the past few months.

I will traveling more due to work so I will be chasing status.

I will be opening an Aadvantage Executive World Elite card in about a month. I plan to be PlatinumPro by the end of the year from flights, vacations and large purchases.

My question is that I will start at Gold because of the World Elite card. If I purchase my ticket while Gold and my status changes to platinum before my flight will I get all the benefits of Platinum for my flight and when I go from Platinum to Platinum Pro, etc.
Thanks!

Jan 26, 2023, 6:50 pm

#2125

guv1976

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Grubman1234

It might be necessary to ask AA to remove your AAdvantage number from the reservation record, and then add it back in, in order to "refresh" your elite status.

Jan 26, 2023, 6:59 pm

#2126

Grubman1234

Join Date: Jan 2023

Posts: 43

Quote:

Originally Posted by guv1976

It might be necessary to ask AA to remove your AAdvantage number from the reservation record, and then add it back in, in order to "refresh" your elite status.

That sounds easy enough, thanks!

First time having status and flying business this year so I want to take advantage of all the benefits

Jan 27, 2023, 7:24 am

#2127

bvmcginnis

Join Date: Dec 2011

Posts: 120

Hi, where/how do we get a memebership card if you have Onworld Sapphire status? We will be flying other OW airlines.
Or just show them on AA app? Thanks

Jan 27, 2023, 8:49 am

#2128

guv1976

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bvmcginnis

Hi, where/how do we get a memebership card if you have Onworld Sapphire status? We will be flying other OW airlines.
Or just show them on AA app? Thanks

You should be able to print out a "card" from aa.com, or the AA app. Or at least a screenshot of the page showing the card with your associated information.

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Jan 27, 2023, 9:22 am

#2129

WannaTheater

Join Date: Sep 2009

Programs: AA Executive Platinum, Marriott Lifetime Titanium, IHG Platinum

Posts: 1,450

Quote:

Originally Posted by bvmcginnis

Hi, where/how do we get a memebership card if you have Onworld Sapphire status? We will be flying other OW airlines.
Or just show them on AA app? Thanks

From within the AA app you can also add to your Apple Wallet (if you have an iPhone)
....still not a printed card, but would show your AA status

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Jan 27, 2023, 2:18 pm

#2130

northernvilla

Join Date: Aug 2010

Location: Manchester

Programs: BAEC (Silver), Hilton HHonors (Gold)

Posts: 312

Baggage allowance on PSA / as American Eagle as a Oneworld Sapphire?

Hi, as above. Looking for an answer as to how much baggage I would be entitled to on a US domestic flight marked as "PSA as American Eagle" with an AA flight number - travelling as a Oneworld Sapphire / BA Silver.

I cant seem to find a clear answer so would appreciate any advice.

Many thanks,

NV