NEWBIE LOUNGE 2022-2023: Ask AA newbie questions here - flame-free thread
#121
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Programs: AA, HH, UA, Amtrak
Posts: 270
Is there an easy way (via aa.com or a third-party website) to find an accurate listing of current AA flight offerings from their various US Hubs to various European destinations? In the old days, airlines published timetables and/or had fancy route maps showing current routes flown. I cannot find either for American. Basically, I need to know where in Europe I can get non-stop on AA from their various hubs here in the US.
Thanks
-Jiddywop!
Thanks
-Jiddywop!
Google flights should automatically return possible 1 week itineraries in next 6 months. See link
I Ran that query on mobile chrome browser. On a desktop, the filter might allow Airline than just Alliances.
#122
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Sarasota FL
Programs: AA Lifetime Gold
Posts: 399
Do non-elite travellers get free checked bags when travelling on an domestic award ticket? Booking code Y.
Oops, I have forgotten that I only got that benefit when using my Platinum card to pay the fees. Please disregard.
Oops, I have forgotten that I only got that benefit when using my Platinum card to pay the fees. Please disregard.
Last edited by mary_228; Jan 21, 22 at 12:43 pm
#123
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: RDU <|> MMX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS
Posts: 11,676
#124
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Sarasota FL
Programs: AA Lifetime Gold
Posts: 399
I wonder if you noticed that I edited the post to read that the passenger flying is not elite/gold or any other status. Does that change your response?
#125
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OK, then no, without status or a credit card there are no free bags on a normal domestic award ticket. Generally speaking award tickets are treated no differently than paid tickets in this regard.
#126
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Pittsburgh
Programs: AA-Platinum Pro
Posts: 12
It's a bit of a haystack though!
JWP
An alternative would be run a Google flights query with 3 major hubs selected on departure side, "Europe" typed in on destination field, then filter it down to Oneworld, Non-stop flights only
Google flights should automatically return possible 1 week itineraries in next 6 months. See link
I Ran that query on mobile chrome browser. On a desktop, the filter might allow Airline than just Alliances.
Google flights should automatically return possible 1 week itineraries in next 6 months. See link
I Ran that query on mobile chrome browser. On a desktop, the filter might allow Airline than just Alliances.
JWP
Last edited by JY1024; Jan 26, 22 at 11:44 am Reason: Merged consecutive posts
#127
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: New York City, United States.
Posts: 2,598
Jet Blue Flight # redeemed as a reward redemption on AA.com
This is actually a B6 flight number.
It does not sat AA# blah blah ( operated by Jet Blue)
I am Platinum on AA.
It says "on request:"
THree questions
1- can I pick "more room " free of charge -- AA said to call JetBlue , No seat assignments available to select at all.
2._ because this is Non Rev, I assume B6 wont badger me to change FF # to them.
3- Will it be a hassle to get free luggage check in ?
4 - most importantly, if I don't take the trip will AA redeposit the mile without a charge if it is a B6 flight number?
Thanks to all,
It does not sat AA# blah blah ( operated by Jet Blue)
I am Platinum on AA.
It says "on request:"
THree questions
1- can I pick "more room " free of charge -- AA said to call JetBlue , No seat assignments available to select at all.
2._ because this is Non Rev, I assume B6 wont badger me to change FF # to them.
3- Will it be a hassle to get free luggage check in ?
4 - most importantly, if I don't take the trip will AA redeposit the mile without a charge if it is a B6 flight number?
Thanks to all,
#128
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Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Not here; there!
Programs: AA Lifetime Gold
Posts: 28,559
This is actually a B6 flight number.
It does not sat AA# blah blah ( operated by Jet Blue)
I am Platinum on AA.
It says "on request:"
THree questions
1- can I pick "more room " free of charge -- AA said to call JetBlue , No seat assignments available to select at all.
2._ because this is Non Rev, I assume B6 wont badger me to change FF # to them.
3- Will it be a hassle to get free luggage check in ?
4 - most importantly, if I don't take the trip will AA redeposit the mile without a charge if it is a B6 flight number?
Thanks to all,
It does not sat AA# blah blah ( operated by Jet Blue)
I am Platinum on AA.
It says "on request:"
THree questions
1- can I pick "more room " free of charge -- AA said to call JetBlue , No seat assignments available to select at all.
2._ because this is Non Rev, I assume B6 wont badger me to change FF # to them.
3- Will it be a hassle to get free luggage check in ?
4 - most importantly, if I don't take the trip will AA redeposit the mile without a charge if it is a B6 flight number?
Thanks to all,
As for your questions:
1. EMS seats on JetBlue are not a published benefit of AAdvantage status. Some AAdvantage elites have gotten them (either during online check-in or at the airport); others have not.
2. You are not a non-revenue passenger. For example, in the event of a diversion, you would be treated the same as someone who paid cash, in terms of being provided lodging and/or meals. A true non-rev would not. And do not change the FFP in your reservation record; if you do, you won't be entitled to your AAdvantage status benefits.
3. As long as your AAdvantage number is in your record, you should get free checked baggage. But sometimes the JetBlue check-in kiosks won't offer it, so you might have to see an agent.
4. And finally -- to answer the fourth of your three questions

Last edited by guv1976; Jan 22, 22 at 10:22 pm
#131
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: NYC
Programs: AA Platinum Pro (LT Gold), Marriott Bonvoy LT Titanium, National Exec,Hyatt,Melia, BA Exec, Iberia+
Posts: 518
Hi, with the double-counting of Jan/Feb, and lower requirements this year, I am going to qualify for Platinum Pro for the first time ever, and its also my first time being Platinum in ~10 years. For upgrades, it says Platinum Pro gets unlimited complimentary upgrade requests. Does that include potential for upgrade to Europe/LatAm/Asia?
apologies, Im a little confused going through the rules, especially with all the changes to the program!
apologies, Im a little confused going through the rules, especially with all the changes to the program!
#132
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: RDU <|> MMX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS
Posts: 11,676
Hi, with the double-counting of Jan/Feb, and lower requirements this year, I am going to qualify for Platinum Pro for the first time ever, and its also my first time being Platinum in ~10 years. For upgrades, it says Platinum Pro gets unlimited complimentary upgrade requests. Does that include potential for upgrade to Europe/LatAm/Asia?
apologies, Im a little confused going through the rules, especially with all the changes to the program!
apologies, Im a little confused going through the rules, especially with all the changes to the program!
#134
Join Date: Apr 2016
Posts: 61
Hi all,
I'm about $200 and 3 segments away from gold. I'm taking two flights in March. I saw that the program will be changing to loyalty points. Has this already went into effect (my app still shows EQDs, etc)? Should I hurry up and meet the gold benchmark before a deadline? Or am I SOL? Thanks!
I'm about $200 and 3 segments away from gold. I'm taking two flights in March. I saw that the program will be changing to loyalty points. Has this already went into effect (my app still shows EQDs, etc)? Should I hurry up and meet the gold benchmark before a deadline? Or am I SOL? Thanks!
#135
Join Date: Mar 2019
Programs: AA EXP and Marriott Titanium
Posts: 673
Hi all,
I'm about $200 and 3 segments away from gold. I'm taking two flights in March. I saw that the program will be changing to loyalty points. Has this already went into effect (my app still shows EQDs, etc)? Should I hurry up and meet the gold benchmark before a deadline? Or am I SOL? Thanks!
I'm about $200 and 3 segments away from gold. I'm taking two flights in March. I saw that the program will be changing to loyalty points. Has this already went into effect (my app still shows EQDs, etc)? Should I hurry up and meet the gold benchmark before a deadline? Or am I SOL? Thanks!