To calculate final EQMs earned, the multiplier for airline and booking code flown is applied to this base.ĮQMs don't include class-of-service bonus miles, elite bonuses, other participant miles, any other AAdvantage ® bonus mileage, or miles obtained from BuyMiles or GiftMiles. Starting January 1, 2021, Basic Economy fares won’t earn EQMs, EQSs or EQDs. Elite status qualification for 2021: QualificationĮQMs represent a percentage of the actual miles flown (including applicable minimum mileage guarantees) based on the airline and the booking code purchased.ĪAdvantage ® members earn a base of 500 EQMs for eligible flights under 500 miles on American and oneworld ® airlines 250 EQMs for eligible flights under 500 miles on Basic Economy fares for travel through December 31, 2020. You’ll be able to qualify for elite status in 2021 with adjusted Elite Qualifying Dollar (EQD), Elite Qualifying Mile (EQM) and Elite Qualifying Segment (EQS) requirements. Elevate your status and move up to elite benefits Earn EQMs, EQSs and EQDs during the calendar year to qualify Plus, Full-fare Economy, Business and First tickets on American-marketed flights will earn EQMs at a higher rate – getting you to elite status faster. Codeshare flights with an American Airlines flight number.Reach elite status in 2 ways Here's how:Įarn Elite Qualifying Dollars (EQDs) plus Elite Qualifying Miles (EQMs) or Elite Qualifying Segments (EQSs) on eligible-fare tickets to qualify for Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, Platinum or Gold status when you fly: If the standard cabin allowance is higher than the number of qualified elite free checked bags, then the standard cabin allowance applies.

^Free checked bags apply, based on elite status, for elite members and guests traveling on the same reservation (excluding group reservations) on itineraries marketed and operated by American Airlines or marketed by American and operated by a oneworld ® partner. **Choices include systemwide upgrades, Admirals Club ® access, bonus miles and more. *Benefit may not be available on all flights.

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