Overview
- AAdvantage members booking Basic Economy on or after December 17, 2025 will not earn miles or Loyalty Points.
- American characterized the shift as a routine evaluation of fare products to remain competitive.
- Basic Economy still includes a personal item, a carry-on bag, snacks, soft drinks, and in-flight entertainment.
- Early coverage reported criticism from customers reacting to the loss of mileage and status accrual.
- The new rule mirrors Delta’s no-earn basic policy, differs from United’s mileage-earning basic, and contrasts with Southwest’s limited-earning basic option.