DATE: 12/08/10 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0065AA

TICKETS

1. GENERAL

A.    General

1.      A ticket will not be issued and in any case carrier will not be obligated to carry until the passenger has paid the applicable fare or has complied with credit arrangements established by carrier.

2.      No person shall be entitled to transportation except upon presentation of a valid ticket. Such ticket shall entitle the passenger to transportation only between points of origin and destination and via the routing designated thereon.

3.      Flight coupons will be honored only in the order in which they are issued, and only if all unused flight coupons and passenger coupons are presented together.

a.       Fares apply for travel only between the points for which they are published. Tickets may not be purchased at a fare(s) published from an initial departure point on the Ticket which is before the Passengers actual point of origin of travel, or to a more distant point(s) than the Passengers actual destination being traveled even when the purchase and use of such Tickets would produce a lower fare. This practice is known as Hidden Cities Ticketing or Point Beyond Ticketing, and is Prohibited by AA.

b.      The purchase and use of round-trip Tickets for the purpose of one-way travel only, commonly referred to as Throwaway Ticketing, is prohibited by AA.

c.       The use of Flight Coupons from two or more different Tickets issued at roundtrip fares for the purpose of Circumventing applicable tariff rules (such as advance Purchase/minimum stay requirements), commonly referred To as Back-to-Back Ticketing is prohibited by AA.

d.      Where a Ticket is purchased and used in violation of the Contract of Carriage or any fare Rule (including Hidden Cities Ticketing, Point Beyond Ticketing, Throwaway Ticketing, or Back-to-Back Ticketing), AA has the right In its sole discretion to take all actions permitted by law, including but not limited to, the following:

1.                                                                           i.      Invalidate the Ticket(s)

2.                                                                         ii.      Cancel any remaining portion of the Passengers itinerary;

3.                                                                       iii.      Confiscate any unused Flight Coupons;

4.                                                                       iv.      Refuse to board the Passenger and to carry the Passengers baggage, unless the difference between the fare paid and the fare for the transportation used is collected prior to boarding.

4.      A ticket which has not been validated, or which has been altered, mutilated or improperly issued, shall not be valid.

5.      Tickets are not transferable but carrier is not liable to the owner of a ticket for honoring or refunding such ticket when presented by another person.

6.      Tickets may be purchased on credit, installment, or time payment plans lawfully in effect.

7.      An electronic ticket (E-Ticket/ET) is the record of agreement maintained and processed within the carrier's electronic reservation system. A written receipt is provided to the purchaser of the electronic ticket which contains a reference for retrieving the record within the carrier's reservation system and summary of the ticket information.

8.      The carrier may mandate the issuance of an electronic ticket (ET), regardless of market, carrier, form of payment, and customer type (including AAdvantage and participating carrier frequent flyer members.

B.     VALIDITY FOR CARRIAGE

1.      General
When validated, the ticket is good for carriage from the airport at the place of departure to the airport at the place of destination via the route shown therein and for the applicable class of service and is valid for the period of time specified or referred to in paragraph (2) below. Each flight coupon will be accepted for carriage on the date and flight for which accommodation has been reserved. When flight coupons are issued on an "open date" basis, accommodations will be reserved upon application, subject to the availability of space. The place and date of issue are set forth on the flight coupons.

2.      Period of Validity
The period of validity for transportation will be one year from the date on which transportation commences at the point of origin designated on the original ticket, or if no portion of the ticket is used, from the date of issuance of the original ticket.

a.       Normal fare tickets. The above period of validity applies, however a ticket for a normal fare trip which limits the carriage to specific periods of the day, week, month or year, is good for carriage only during the period to which the fare applies.

b.      Excursion or Special fare tickets - If the ticket is for an excursion or special fare having a shorter period of validity than indicated above, such shorter period of validity applies only in respect to such excursion or special fare transportation.

3.      "Open Exchange Order"/Miscellaneous Charges Order
An exchange order or miscellaneous charges order issued without definite date of passage must be presented for a ticket within one year from the date of issue; otherwise it will not be honored for a ticket.

4.      Expired Ticket
An expired ticket or exchange order will be accepted for refund in accordance with Rule 90(E), (REFUNDS - VOLUNTARY).

5.      Computation of Validity
When determining ticket validity, return limits and all other calendar periods specified herein, the first day to be counted shall be the day following that upon which the ticket is issued or the transportation commenced.

6.      Expiration of Validity
Tickets expire at midnight on the date of expiration of ticket validity.

C.     EXTENSION OF TICKET VALIDITY

1.      Carrier's Operations
If the passenger is prevented from using the ticket, or a portion thereof, on the last day of the applicable period due to flight cancellation, the ticket shall remain valid until space can be provided on a schedule comparable to that on which the passenger requested space.

2.      Lack of Space
If the passenger is prevented from using the ticket, or a portion thereof, on the last day of the applicable period specified in this rule by lack of space, the ticket shall remain valid until space can be provided on a schedule comparable to that on which the passenger requested space.

D.    EXTENSION OF TICKET VALIDITY AND WAIVER OF MINIMUM/MAXIMUM STAY PROVISIONS

1.      Extension of Validity
If the passenger is unable to commence or continue his/her travel due to death of a member of his/her immediate family (traveling or not) or of an associate with whom he/she is traveling or of the associates immediate family member, AA will extend the period of validity beyond the original limit not to exceed 30 days. The death must be certified in writing with either a copy of the death certificate or by a physician, specifying that the passenger is prevented from completing his/her journey prior to the expiration of the original time limit because of such circumstances.
NOTE : Immediate family member, as used herein, means spouse, domestic partner, children, adopted children, parents, brothers, sisters, mothers-in-law, fathers-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, grandparents, stepparents, stepsisters, stepbrothers, half sisters and half brothers.

2.      Military Passengers
Military personnel, who are activated for duty and are holding tickets for travel during the date for which they must report for active duty, will be allowed to refund or to make changes to nonrefundable fare tickets and the change fee will be waived. The passenger must submit to AA a copy of their military orders to qualify for this waiver, all other rules of the ticketed fare, such as day/time restrictions, minimum/maximum stay, blackout dates, flight specific restrictions, etc., will apply. Upon request, if the passenger is unable to travel, AA will refund in the form of a nonrefundable voucher valid for transportation on AA only or refund to the original form of payment.
NOTE: These waivers will also apply to the immediate family members as defined in Rule 5 or persons traveling with the military passenger, and immediate family members holding valid tickets traveling to visit military personnel who are activated for duty. Refunds will be in the form of a nonrefundable travel voucher valid for future travel on AA. Presentation of a copy of the military orders is required.

3.      Waiver of Special Fare Restrictions

A.    When a passenger traveling at an excursion or special fare is prevented from traveling in accordance with the terms of the applicable tariff due to the death of a member of his/her immediate family or of an associate with whom he/she is traveling or of the associates immediate family member, the passenger will be permitted to travel according to the provisions below.

                                                                         I.            When Transportation has not Commenced from Point of Origin

a.       (aa)When traveling at a fare requiring travel as part of a group, the passenger will be permitted to travel with a subsequent group traveling on the same type of fare (governed by the same governing rule as the fare on which the passenger was originally ticketed), without regard to any minimum reservations or ticketing limit, but will not be permitted to commence travel individually unless in accordance with the applicable tariff. AA will waive, in accordance with (D)(l) above, penalty/restrictions affixed to a special fare ticket.

b.      (bb)When traveling at a fare that permits individual travel, the passenger will be permitted to commence travel on a subsequent flight without regard to any penalty/restrictions affixed to a special fare ticket. AA will waive, in accordance with (D)(1) above, minimum or maximum stay provisions affixed to a special fare ticket.
NOTE: Travel will not be permitted on a day or at a time when the fare is not applicable for travel nor will travel be permitted to commence at a fare that has expired. When necessary the appropriate difference in fare will be collected from or refunded to the passenger.

                                                                      II.            When Transportation has Commenced from Point of Origin
The passenger will be permitted to return to the final destination on an earlier or later flight, as necessary, without regard to group travel requirements or any minimum reservations or ticketing limit. AA will waive the penalty/restriction affixed to a special fare ticket.

B.     Travel permitted in accordance with the provisions in paragraph (A) above is also subject to the following provisions:

                                                             I.      The passenger will be accommodated only in the same cabin and booking code (inventory) as originally ticketed.

                                                          II.      If the circumstances require the passenger to stop over at an intermediate point named on the routing applicable to the fare paid by the passenger, one stopover will be permitted at no additional cost.

                                                       III.      If the death certificate is not available at the time the passenger is to travel, or, if AA has reason to doubt the validity of such certificate, the passenger will be accommodated only upon payment of the fare applicable to transportation actually used and a request for refund may be filed with AA. Upon receipt of the claim form and all supporting documents and after determining the validity of the claim, AA will refund to the passenger the difference between the total fare paid by the passenger and the amount the passenger would have paid under the provisions of this rule.

                                                       IV.      Any extension of validity or restrictions waived also apply to members of the immediate travel party who accompany the passenger.

                                                          V.      Prior to or after departure
In an emergency situation involving death of a traveling companion or family member, AA will waive the appropriate reservation/ticketing requirement applicable to the fare being used.

E.     COUPON SEQUENCE AND PRODUCTION OF THE TICKET
Flight coupons must be used in sequence from the place of departure as shown on the passenger coupon. The passenger throughout his journey must retain the passenger coupon and all flight coupons of the ticket not previously surrendered to carrier. He must, when required, produce the ticket and surrender any applicable portion to carrier.

F.      ABSENCE, LOSS, OR IRREGULARITIES OF TICKET

1.      Carrier is not obligated to accept a ticket if any part of it is mutilated or if it has been altered by other than carrier or if it is presented without the passenger coupon and all unused flight coupons.

2.      Carrier will refuse carriage to any person not in possession of a valid ticket. In case of loss or nonpresentation of the ticket or the applicable portion thereof, carriage will not be furnished for that part of the trip covered by such ticket or portion thereof until the passenger purchases another ticket at the current applicable fare for the carriage to be performed.

3.      Notwithstanding the foregoing, carrier will issue at the passenger's request a new ticket to replace the lost one upon receipt of proof of loss satisfactory to carrier, and if the circumstances of the case in carrier's opinion warrant such action; provided that the passenger agrees, in such form as may be prescribed by carrier, to indemnify carrier for any loss or damage that carrier may sustain by reason thereof.

G.    NONTRANSFERABILITY
A ticket is not transferable, but carrier shall not be liable to the person entitled to be transported or to the person entitled to receive such refund for honoring or refunding such ticket when presented by someone other than the person entitled to be transported thereunder or to a refund in connection therewith. If a ticket is in fact used by any person other than the person to whom it was issued, carrier will not be liable for the destruction, damage, or delay of such unauthorized person's baggage or other personal property or the death or injury of such unauthorized persons arising from or in connection with such unauthorized use.

H.    ISSUANCE OF TICKET STOCK

1.      The carrier will issue to a person a stock of tickets and validating stamp for the purpose of issuing tickets for transportation, subject to:

A.    reasonable credit requirements; and

B.     entering into a written agreement authorizing the issuance of tickets and providing for accounting, reservations, and ticketing procedures and provisions protecting the carrier from loss or misuse of the tickets.

2.      Carrier will arrange for the issuance of a ticketing machine to a person for the purpose of issuing tickets for transportation, subject to:

A.    reasonable credit requirements; and

B.     entering into a written agreement providing for accounting, reservation and ticket procedures and provisions protecting the carrier from loss or misuse of the tickets. The carrier will make no charge for the ticket machine or related communication services. The ticketing machine and related communication services will be provided by an independent company, which is not an agent or servant of the carrier, and at the person's expense.
NOTE: For the purpose of this rule, "person" means any individual, firm, copartnership, corporation, company, association, joint-stock association, or body politic and includes any trustee, receiver, assignee, or other similar representative thereof.

I.       TELETICKET
Tickets may be transmitted by mechanical means (such as teletype) provided such transmission is in accordance with the ticketing time limit specified in the rule governing the applicable fare.

J.       TELEMAIL
Arrangements may be made for the carrier to mail tickets to the passenger either at the time reservations are made or subsequent to making the reservations, provided that there is sufficient time for the carrier to issue and validate tickets in accordance with the ticketing time limit specified in the rule governing the applicable fare. The mutually agreed upon ticket issue date established when payment is made by credit card, or the ticket invoice date established when payment is made by check, will constitute ticket purchase and issuance for the purpose of this rule.

K.    PREPAID TICKET ADVICE

1.      Unless otherwise provided, payment for a Prepaid Ticket Advice (PTA) will constitute issuance of a ticket.
NOTE: For fares requiring special reservations and ticketing requirements, the PTA will constitute ticketing provided it is issued within tariff deadlines and reservation requirements are met and shown in the PTA. Any cancellation, refund or rerouting will result in penalties against the PTA in the same manner as though a ticket were issued. An open PTA will not constitute ticketing for any special fare requirements.

2.      AA will impose a service charge as indicated below for each Prepaid Ticket Advice (PTA) issued by AA. This service charge is not subject to any discount and cannot be refunded.
EXCEPTION: The prepaid ticket advice service charge will not apply for:

                                                             I.      U.S. Federal Government Contract fares when payments made by GTR Form 1169 or Master card beginning with 5568/Visa card beginning with 4486/4716 for prepayment made by the Federal Government for official Government business.

                                                          II.      Passengers traveling on state of Washington contract fares paid by the state of Washington for official state business.

                                                       III.      Passengers traveling on military, military spouse or military dependent fares.

A.    (Applicable to sales in Area 1 except Central America, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama and South America) Carrier will impose a service charge of USD 100.00 (CAD 112.00 for sales in Canada) for each prepaid ticket advice issued.
EXCEPTION: (Applicable to KIN/MBJ point of sale) The prepaid service charge for travel to the U.S. will be USD 25.00.

B.     (Applicable to sales in Central America/The Caribbean (except Bermuda, Jamaica, Barbados, Mexico, Panama, South America) carrier will impose a service charge of USD 40.00 for each prepaid ticket advice issued.

C.     (Applicable to sales in Jamaica) the prepaid service charge will be USD 25.00.

D.    (Applicable to Barbados point of sale) the prepaid service charge will be USD 25.00.

E.     For the countries listed in the chart below, the carrier will impose a service charge in the local selling currency as shown for each prepaid ticket advice sale issued by the carrier in that country.
NOTE: Sales in countries in Area 2/3 not listed below will not be subject to any prepaid ticket advice service charge. For sales made in countries in Europe not listed below the prepaid ticket advice service charge will be USD 40.00.

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DATE: 08/02/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0070AA

EXTENSION OF CREDIT

AA will offer the following to its customers for the purchase of passenger transportation to/from Canada via AA or via AA jointly with other carrier(s).

CREDIT CARDS

(1) American Express Credit Card
The American Express Card (collectively "Cards" and individually "Card") will be honored by AA for the purchase of air transportation, including excess baggage charges and for other services in connection with air transportation as agreed between AA and American Express upon presentation of the Card and the signing by the person to whom such Card has been issued ("Cardmember") of a Charge Form for the value of the transportation, including excess baggage charges or for other services. AA will collect the amount of the air transportation by presenting the Charge Form to American Express promptly in accordance with the agreement between AA and American Express. AA will pay American Express a fee for its services. American Express will bill and collect from the Cardmember in accordance with the terms of the contract(s) between American Express and the Cardmember.

Visa and Other Cards Issued by Banks and Companies Affiliated with the Visa System
The VISA card and credit cards issued by banks or companies affiliated with the VISA System will be honored by AA for the purchase of air transportation, (including tour packaged by AA or one of its authorized tour producers and sold by AA or its duly appointed travel agents or general sales agents), and excess baggage charges. AA will collect the amount shown on the receipt minus a fee for collection service(s) from the bank or company issuing the card through the intermediary of Chemical Bank, Lake Success, New York. The bank or company issuing the card will bill and collect from the cardholder in accordance with the terms of its contract with the cardholder. The total amount shown on the AA form, sales slip or voucher shall not exceed CAD 500.00 unless VISA card, its affiliates or Chemical Bank shall have authorized a larger amount in advance.

The Mastercharge Card and Other Cards Issued by Banks and Companies Affiliated with the Interbank System
The Mastercharge Card and credit cards issued by banks or companies affiliated with the Interbank System will be honored by AA for purchase of air transportation, including excess baggage charges upon the presentation of such card and the signing of a receipt for the value of the ticket. AA will collect the amount shown on the receipt minus a fee for collection service(s) from the bank or company issuing the card through the intermediary of EUROCARD, FRANCE. The bank or company issuing the card, will bill and collect from the cardholder in accordance with the terms of its contract with the cardholder.

Universal Air Travel Plan
Under the Plan, any such carrier that is a "Contractor" thereunder may, upon receipt of a deposit of Canadian $425.00 (or, at the option of the "Contractor," its equivalent in another currency) enter into a standard form contract with individual corporations and other business entities (referred to in the Universal Air Travel Plan as "Subscribers") providing for the issuance of Air Travel Cards. Subject to the restrictions contained in the Plan, Air Travel Cards will be issued to persons designated by the "Subscriber" and will be honored by all participating carriers which are parties to the Plan for the purchase of air transportation, including excess baggage and related charges, on credit. At least once each month, the "Contractor," will bill the "Subscriber" for all air transportation purchased against Air Travel Cards issued under the Subscriber's contract. Such bills are payable ten days after receipt. Complete details of the Plan and a complete list of the carriers that are parties to the Plan, including a designation of those that are "Contractor" carriers, are set forth in the Universal Air Travel Plan Manual on file with the Air Transport Committee.

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DATE: 08/02/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0075AA

CURRENCY OF PAYMENT

Except as otherwise provided below, fares and charges are payable in any currency acceptable to AA. When payment is made in a currency other than the currency in which the fare is published, such payment will be made at the rate of exchange established for such purpose by AA, the current statement of which is available for inspection by the passenger at AA's office where the ticket is purchased. The provisions of this paragraph are subject to applicable exchange laws and government regulations.

Payment of fares for travel originating in the U.S. shall be in U.S. currency.

Payment of fares for travel originating in Canada shall be in Canadian currency.

Payment of fares for travel originating at a point outside the U.S. and destined to a point in the U.S. shall be in the currency of the country of origin, except as provided in (D) below.

Payment of fares for travel originating at a point outside the U.S. or Canada destined to a point in the U.S. or Canada may also be made in the U.S. or Canada in dollars when the fare in the currency of the country of origin is converted to dollars at the local Banker's Buying Rate of Exchange.

In case of cancellation or rerouting which results in a partial refund of the original fare, the value of the unused portion of the ticket shall be calculated in the currency of the country of transportation origination. Such amount may be refunded in the currency of the country of transportation origination or may be converted into the currency of the country of refund or reissuance at the local Bankers' Buying Rate in effect at the time refund takes place.
NOTE: (Applicable only between points in the U.S.A. and the United Kingdom.) AA will pay the refund in the same form (i.e., cash, check, credit card, etc.) that was used in purchasing the original transportation document. AA, in making the refund, will observe any refund restriction that may be published in the applicable rules governing the original transportation document. Further, AA will observe any government or carrier restriction imposed on the conversion and refund of currencies outside the country whose currency was originally collected.

Where an additional collection is to be made as a result of the rerouting, the additional amount may be collected in the currency of the country of transportation originating or may be converted into the currency of the country in which the rerouting takes place at the local bankers buying rate in effect at the time of rerouting. *Such amount shall not be greater than the fare published in the currency of country of transportation origination for the transportation actually used and/or to be used.

"Bankers' Buying Rate" means the rate at which, for the purpose of the transfer of funds through banking channels (i.e., other than transactions in bank notes, travelers checks, and similar banking instruments), a bank will purchase a given amount of foreign currency in exchange for one unit (or units) of the national currency of the country in which the exchange transaction takes place.
EXCEPTIONS:

In the U.S.A., the Bankers' Buying Rate means the rate published each Tuesday in the Wall Street Journal under the heading of "Selling prices for bank transfers in the U.S. for payment abroad." This rate will be applicable from Wednesday of each week up to and including the Tuesday of the following week.

In the case of Belgium, France, and Italy where two rates (Commercial and Financial) are shown, the Commercial rate shall be used.

When a national holiday falls on Monday, foreign exchange rates do not appear in the Tuesday edition of the Wall Street Journal. In such exceptional cases the previous week's rates are used through Wednesday instead of Tuesday, and the Wednesday edition of the Wall Street Journal will be used for the period Thursday through Tuesday.

In Canada the Bankers' Buying Rate means the rate published each Saturday in the Toronto Globe & Mail under the heading Foreign Exchange - Mid Market Rate in Canadian Funds. This Rate will be applicable from Monday of the following week up to and including the Sunday following after. When exceptional circumstances prevent the publication of exchange rates in the Saturday edition of the Toronto Globe & Mail the currently applicable exchange rates will remain effective until 2 days after superseding exchange rates are published. Such superseding rates will be effective through the first Sunday following their publication date.

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DATE: 02/25/11 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0080AA

REVISED ROUTINGS, FAILURE TO CARRY AND MISSED CONNECTIONS

DEFINITIONS For the purpose of this rule, the following terms have the meaning indicated below.

Change of routing means changes to cities specified on the ticket.

Comparable air transportation means transportation provided by air carriers or foreign air carriers holding certificates of public convenience and necessity or foreign permits issued by the Department of Transportation.

Connecting point means a point to which a passenger holds or held confirmed space on a flight of one carrier and out of which the passenger holds or held confirmed space on a flight of the same or another carrier. All airports through which a city is served by any carrier shall be deemed to be a single connecting point when the receiving carrier has confirmed reservations to the delivering carrier.

Delivering carrier means a carrier on whose flight a passenger holds or held confirmed space to a connecting point.

Misconnection occurs at a connecting point when a passenger holding confirmed space on an original receiving carrier is unable to use such confirmed space because the delivering carrier was unable to deliver him to the connecting point in time to connect with such receiving carrier's flight.
NOTE: The same rules regarding delivering and receiving carriers responsibility apply at the subsequent point(s) of misconnection as would apply at the point of original misconnection.

New receiving carrier(s) means a carrier or combination of connecting carriers, other than the original receiving carrier(s), operating between the point of misconnection and the destination or next point of stopover or connecting point shown on the passenger's ticket, on whose flight a passenger is transported from the connecting point.

Original receiving carrier(s) means a carrier or combination of connecting carriers on whose flight(s) a passenger originally held or holds confirmed space from a connecting point to a destination, next stopover or connecting point.

Outbound flight means the flight on which a passenger originally held confirmed space beyond the point where the schedule irregularity or failure to carry occurs.

Schedule irregularity means any of the following irregularities:

Delay in scheduled departure or arrival of a carrier's flight resulting in a misconnection, or

Flight cancellation, omission of a scheduled stop, or any other delay or interruption in the scheduled operation of a carrier's flight, or

Substitution of equipment of a different class of service, or

Schedule changes which require rerouting of passenger at departure time of the original flight.

Change in schedule means:

The cancellation of a scheduled flight where no AA flight of comparable routing is available within 60 minutes of the original time of departure;

A change in the scheduled departure time of an AA flight which exceeds 60 minutes;

A change in the routing of a scheduled AA flight which adds one or more stops to the original itinerary, or;

A change in the routing scheduled AA flight that results in a scheduled arrival time more than 60 minutes later than the original scheduled arrival time.

CHANGES REQUESTED BY PASSENGER

When Change can be Made
At the passenger's request, AA will effect a change in the routing (other than the country of origin); destination carrier(s); class of service; or validity specified in an unused ticket, flight coupon(s), or Miscellaneous Charges Order provided that:

AA issued the ticket; or Miscellaneous Charges Order;

AA is designated in the "via carrier" box, or no carrier is designated in the "via carrier" box, of the unused flight coupon or exchange order for the first onward carriage from the point on the route at which the passenger desires the change to commence; however, where the carrier that issued the ticket is designated as the carrier for any subsequent section that has changed and has an office or general agent at the point on route where the change is to commence or where the passenger makes his request for such change, the reissuing carrier shall obtain such issuing carrier's endorsement; or

AA has received written or telegraphic authority to do so from the carrier entitled, under (a) and (b) above, to effect the change.
EXCEPTION: AA will not require endorsement for transportation documents governing portions of transportation wholly within the area comprising the Continental U.S.A.

Method of Effecting Change
The change requested by the passenger shall be effected by:

endorsement of such unused ticket, flight coupon(s), or exchange order to the new receiving carrier or

reticketing of the passenger.

Applicable Fare

The fare and charges applicable as a result of any such change in itinerary, fare basis, carrier, or ultimate destination will be the fare and charges that would have been applicable if transportation had been purchased as of the date of commencement of carriage; provided that,

additional passage at the through fare shall not be permitted unless request has been made prior to arrival at the destination named on the original ticket or Miscellaneous Charges Order, and

after the carriage has commenced, a one way ticket shall not be converted into a round trip or circle trip ticket at the round trip or circle trip discount for any portion already flown; and

after carriage has commenced a round trip ticket can be converted into a circle trip ticket, or vice versa provided that request is made prior to the passenger's arrival at the destination named on the original ticket or Miscellaneous Charges Order.


Subject to the provisions of subparagraphs (i), (ii), and (iii) of this paragraph, the provisions of Rule 5(D)(1) and (2) shall apply in the determination of the effective date of fares, rules and charges applicable to the calculation of fares for revised routings requested by a passenger.

Any difference between the fare and charges applicable under subparagraph (A) above, and the fare and charges paid by the passenger will be collected from the passenger by the carrier accomplishing the rerouting, who will also pay to the passenger any amounts due on account of refunds or arrange for the applicable refund by the carrier that issued the original ticket. (See also Rule 60-RESERVATIONS.) (c) Notwithstanding the provisions of this rule, AA will not accept for any purposes under this rule passenger tickets or related transportation documents issued by any carrier which is in substantial default of its interline obligations or which voluntarily or involuntarily has become the subject of bankruptcy proceedings ("the defaulting carrier")
EXCEPTION: In the event of a termination of an interline traffic agreement between AA and another carrier, AA's practices under this rule with respect to such other carrier's tickets shall not apply to any ticket of such other carrier issued after the termination of the interline agreement.

Fare Applicable To Upgrading Class Of Service While In Flight

When a passenger who paid the applicable fare for transportation in the Economy compartment of a combination First Class and Economy Class aircraft desires to move into the First Class compartment while in flight, AA will permit such passenger to move into the First Class compartment, subject to the fare differential specified in Paragraph (b) below.

The additional fare to be collected will be the difference between:

the applicable one way Economy Class fare from the passenger's point of origin on such flight to the last scheduled stop prior to the passenger's request to move to the First Class compartment plus the one way First Class fare from such stop to the passenger's destination on the flight, and;

the applicable one way Economy Class fare between the passenger's point of origin and destination on such flight.

The acceptance of such passenger in the First Class compartment for travel beyond the next scheduled stopping point of the flight will be subject to the availability of space.

Discounts, other than for children as provided in Rule 200 (CHILDREN'S AND INFANTS' FARES), will not apply.

Expiration Date
The expiration date of any new ticket issued for a change in routing, destination, carrier(s), class of service, or validity will be limited to the expiration date that would have been applicable if the new ticket had been issued on the date of sale of the original ticket or Miscellaneous Charges Order.

(6) Service Charge
AA will assess a service charge of USD 100.00/CAD 150.00 per ticket, for voluntary rerouting changes
requested by a passenger which will require reissuance/revalidation of a ticket under the following conditions:


(a) AA/AB/AY/BA/CX/IB/JL/KA/LA/LP/MH/QF/RJ/S7/XL/4M or a codeshare
flight operated by AA is not included in the itinerary from the point at which the rerouting takes
place.
(b) Tickets are issued solely for travel involving transportation to/from/via the area comprised of the
U.S.A./Canada and a point outside such area or wholly between points outside the
U.S.A./Canada.
(c) This service charge will be in addition to any other reissue/rerouting/cancellation fee required by
the rule governing the fare type reflected on the ticket.
(d) This service charge will be assessed in any case where the passenger requests a change in
routing. A change in reservations shown on the ticket as either confirmed or on request, a change in class of service or any other change which requires the reissuance or revalidation of the ticket.
NOTE: This service charge will apply only to tickets reissued/revalidated by American Airlines,
Inc., its General Sales Agents or Passenger Sales Agents on AA ticket stock. The term "AA ticket stock" means tickets printed on or imprinted with the AA Carrier Code (001) as part of the ticket serial number or revalidation stickers bearing the AA logo.
 

STANDBY PROVISIONS
(Applicable to travel between the U.S.A. and the Caribbean)
Passengers holding confirmed reservations and tickets may standby between ticketed city pairs for earlier/later same day flights for which the ticketed fare is applicable at no additional cost. Passengers may standby between ticketed city pairs for earlier/later same day flights on which the ticketed fare does not apply for the difference in fare plus the USD 100.00 change fee. In addition to the original airport of departure/arrival the passenger may check in and standby to/from either airport listed below at no additional cost.


City	Airport
DFW	DAL/DFW
HOU	HOU/IAH
NYC	JFK/LGA/EWR
WAS	IAD/DCA

Schedules, Delays and Cancellation of Flights

Schedules
Times shown in timetables or elsewhere are approximate and not guaranteed, and form no part of the contract of carriage. Schedules are subject to change without notice and carrier assumes no responsibility for making connections. AA will not be responsible for errors or omissions either in timetables or other representations of schedules. No employee, agent or representative of AA is authorized to bind AA by any statements or representation as to the dates or times of departure or arrival, or of the operation of any flight.

Schedule Irregularity
If, at time of departure, a passenger will be delayed because of a schedule irregularity or a carrier cancels the passenger's reservation pursuant to Rule 60.
NOTE: Schedule irregularity does not include force majeure events as defined in 80 (C)(4)(b) (RESERVATIONS)

Any carrier causing such delay or in the case of a misconnection the original receiving carrier(s), will transport the passenger without stopover on its (their) next flight, on which space is available, in the same class of service as the passenger's original outbound flight at no additional cost to the passenger; if space is available on a flight(s) of a different class of service, acceptable to the passenger, such flight(s) will be used without stopover at no additional cost to the passenger only if it (they) will provide an earlier arrival at the passenger's destination, next stopover point or transfer point, or

If the carrier causing such delay, or in the case of misconnection the original receiving carrier(s) is unable to provide onward transportation acceptable to the passenger, any other carrier or combination of connecting carriers, at the request of the passenger will transport the passenger without stopover on its (their) next flight(s) on which space is available in the same class of service as the passenger's original outbound flight.

The carrier causing the schedule irregularity will refund in accordance with Rule 90 (REFUNDS).

When passenger is rerouted in accordance with paragraph (ii) above, AA will endorse to another carrier the unused portion of the ticket for the purposes of rerouting.
EXCEPTION 1: Carrier will not require endorsement for transportation documents governing portions of transportation wholly within the area comprising the Continental U.S.A.
EXCEPTION 2: Notwithstanding any other provision of this tariff, AA reserves the right to refuse to honor flight coupons of another carrier for free transportation or, flight coupons of another carrier restricted to on-line only transportation of such other carrier.

Change in Schedule
When a passenger will be delayed because of a change in its schedule, carrier will arrange to:
NOTE: Change in schedule does not include force majeure events as defined in Rule 80 (C)(4)(b).

transport the passenger over its own lines to the destination, next stopover point or transfer point shown on its portion of the ticket, without stopover at no additional cost to the passenger, provided that a passenger who paid an Economy Class fare will be transported on one of its First Class flights only if such flight will provide an earlier arrival than its next Economy Class flight on which space is available.

endorse the unused ticket for the purpose of rerouting over another carrier; or

refund in accordance with Rule 90 (REFUNDS).
NOTE: In the event that AA changes the time of departure or routing of a flight in a manner that does not constitute a schedule change as defined herein, AA will transport the passenger on the rescheduled flight at no additional cost to the passenger. If the passenger elects not to travel on the rescheduled flight, AA will refund the value of the affected coupons in the form of a nonrefundable AA travel voucher. The AA travel voucher is valid for one year from date of issue and may be used as payment for air travel related service on AA only. Vouchers will not be issued when the change in schedule involves a flight number change only.

Cancellations

AA undertakes to use its best efforts to carry the passenger and baggage with reasonable dispatch, but no particular time is fixed for the commencement or completion of carriage. Subject thereto AA may, without notice, substitute alternate carriers or aircraft and may alter or omit the stopping places shown on the face of the ticket in case of necessity.

AA may, in the event of a Force Majeure Event, without notice, cancel, terminate, divert, postpone, or delay any flight or the right of carriage or reservation of traffic accommodations and determine if any departure or landing should be made, without any liability except to refund in the original form of payment in accordance with involuntary refund rules any unused portion of the ticket. As used in this rule "Force Majeure Event" means:

Any condition beyond AA's control (including, but without limitation, meteorological conditions, acts of God, riots, civil commotion, embargoes, wars, hostilities, disturbances, or unsettled international conditions), actual, threatened or reported or because of any delay, demand, circumstances or requirement due, directly or indirectly, to such condition; or

Any strike, work stoppage, slowdown, lockout or any other labor - related dispute involving or affecting AA's service; or

Any government regulation, demand, or requirement; or

Any shortage of labor, fuel, or facilities of AA or others; or

Any fact not reasonably foreseen, anticipated, or predicted by AA.

AA may cancel the right or further right of carriage of the passenger and his baggage upon refusal of the passenger, after demand by AA, to pay the fare or portion thereof so demanded, or to pay any charge so demanded and assessable with respect to the baggage of the passenger, without being subject to any liability therefore except to refund, in accordance herewith, the unused portion of the fare and baggage charge(s) previously paid, if any.

Notwithstanding the provisions of this rule, AA will not accept for any purposes under this rule passenger tickets or related transportation documents issued by any carrier which is in substantial default of its interline obligations or which voluntarily or involuntarily has become the subject of bankruptcy proceedings (the "defaulting carrier").
EXCEPTION 1: In the event of a termination of an interline traffic agreement between AA and another carrier, AA's practices under this rule with respect to such other carrier's tickets shall not apply to any tickets of such other carrier issued after the termination of the interline agreement.
EXCEPTION 2: In the event of a strike or work stoppage which causes any cancellation or suspension of operations of any other carrier, the provisions in (C) above will not apply with respect to passengers holding tickets for transportation on that carrier.

Service Charge
AA will assess a service charge of USD 100.00/CAD 150.00 per ticket, for voluntary rerouting changes requested by a passenger which will require reissuance/revalidation of a ticket under the following conditions:
AA, AY, BA, CX, IB, JC, JL, JO, KA, LA, LP, MA, NU, QF, RJ, S7, XL, 4M or a codeshare flight operated by AA is not included in the itinerary from the point at which the rerouting takes place.

INVOLUNTARY REVISED ROUTINGS
If, at time of departure, AA cancels a flight, fails to operate according to schedule, fails to stop at a point to which the passenger is destined or is ticketed to stop over, substitutes a different type of equipment or class of service, denies boarding to a passenger holding a confirmed reservation because there is insufficient space on the flight to accommodate him, induces a passenger to surrender voluntarily his confirmed reserved space so that another passenger is not denied boarding involuntarily, or removes or refuses passage to a passenger in accordance with Rule 25 (REFUSAL TO TRANSPORT - LIMITATIONS OF CARRIER), carrier will either:
NOTE: Change in schedule does not include force majeure events as defined in Rule 80(C)(4)(b).

carry the passenger on another of its passenger aircraft on which space is available without additional charge regardless of the class of service; or

endorse to another carrier or other transportation service, the unused portion of the ticket for purposes of rerouting; or

reroute the passenger to the destination named on the ticket or applicable portion thereof by its own or other transportation services; and, if the fare, excess baggage charges, and any applicable service charge for the revised routing or class of service is higher than the refund value of the ticket or applicable portion thereof as determined by Rule 90 (REFUNDS), carrier will require no additional payment from the passenger, but will refund the difference if it is lower; or
EXCEPTION: AA will reroute the passenger as provided above, but without stopover at any point on the rerouted portion of the trip.

transport the passenger on another Economy Class flight on which space is available, or

transport the passenger to the destination shown on its portion of the ticket on AA's next First Class flight on which space is available, at no additional fare, if so doing will provide an earlier arrival than the next Economy Class flight on which space is available.

Make involuntary refund in accordance with Rule 90(D)(REFUNDS - INVOLUNTARY).

MISSED CONNECTIONS
In the event a passenger misses an onward connecting flight on which space has been reserved because the delivering carrier did not operate its flight according to schedule or changed the schedule of such flight, the delivering carrier will arrange for the carriage of the passenger or make involuntary refund in accordance with Rule 90 (REFUNDS).

FREE BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
An involuntarily rerouted passenger shall be entitled to retain the free baggage allowance applicable for the type of service originally paid for. This provision shall apply even though the passenger may be transferred from a First Class flight to a Business/Economy/Tourist Class flight and is entitled to a fare refund.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this tariff, AA reserves the right to refuse to honor flight coupons of another carrier for free transportation or, flight coupons of another carrier restricted to online only transportation of such other carrier.

In the event of a termination of an interline traffic agreement between AA and another carrier, AA's practices under this rule with respect to such other carrier's tickets shall not apply to any tickets of such other carrier issued after the termination of the interline agreement.

The provision of services in addition to those specifically set forth in this rule to all or some passengers shall not be construed as a waiver of AA's rights. Neither shall any delay on the part of AA in exercising or enforcing its rights under this rule be construed as a waiver of such rights.

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DATE: 05/19/08 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0087AA

DENIED BOARDING COMPENSATION

When the AA is unable to provide previously confirmed space due to more passengers holding confirmed reservations and tickets on a flight than there are available seats on that flight, AA will take the actions specified in the provisions of this rule.

DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this rule, definitions, of the following terms are as indicated.

Airport means the airport at which the direct or connecting flight, on which the passenger holds confirmed reserved space, is planned to arrive or some other airport serving the same metropolitan area, provided that transportation to the other airport is accepted (i.e., used) by the passenger.

Alternate transportation means air transportation (by an airline licensed by the D.O.T.) or other transportation used by the passenger which, at the time the arrangement is made, is planned to arrive at the passenger's next scheduled stopover (of 4 hours or longer) or final destination no later than 4 hours after the passenger's originally scheduled arrival time.

Carrier means

a direct air carrier, except a helicopter operator, holding a certificate issued by the Board pursuant to section 401(d)(1), 401(d)(2), 401(d)(5) or 401(d)(8) of the Act or an exemption from section 401(a) of the Act, authorizing the transportation of persons or

a foreign route air carrier holding a permit issued by the Board pursuant to Section 402 of the Act or an exemption from section 402 of the Act, authorizing the scheduled foreign air transportation of persons.

Comparable air transportation means transportation provided to passengers at no extra cost by a carrier as defined above.

Confirmed reserved space means space on a specific date and on a specific flight and class of service of a carrier which has been requested by a passenger and which the carrier or its agent has verified, by appropriate notation on the ticket or in any other manner provided therefore by the carrier as being reserved for the accommodation of the passenger.

Large aircraft means any aircraft that has a passenger capacity of more than 60 seats.

Stopover means a deliberate interruption of a journey by the passenger, scheduled to exceed four hours, at a point between the place of departure and the place of destination.

Sum of the values of the remaining flight coupons means the sum of the applicable one-way fares, including any surcharges and air transportation taxes, less any applicable discounts.

Ticket lifting point/Boarding area means the point where the passenger's flight coupon is lifted and retained by the carrier.

REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEERS
AA will request passengers who are willing to do so, to voluntarily relinquish their confirmed reserved space in exchange for compensation in an amount determined by AA. If a passenger is asked to volunteer, AA will not later deny boarding to that passenger involuntarily unless that passenger was informed at the time he was asked to volunteer that there was a possibility of being denied boarding involuntarily and of the amount of compensation to which he would have been entitled in that event. The request for volunteers and the selection of such persons to be denied space shall be in a manner determined solely by AA.
NOTE: In exchange for voluntarily relinquishing confirmed space, AA may, at its option, compensate the passenger with credit valid for the purchase of transportation on AA in lieu of monetary compensation. A Miscellaneous Charges Order/ticket for the free transportation will be issued only in the name of the passenger who volunteered and will be valid for only 365 days from the date of issuance. The Miscellaneous Charges Order/ticket is nontransferable, has no refund value, and may be voluntarily rerouted and reissued only by AA.

BOARDING PRIORITIES
If a flight is oversold (more passengers hold confirmed reservations than there are seats available), no one may be denied boarding against his will until airline personnel first ask for volunteers who will give up their reservations willingly, in exchange for a payment of the airline's choosing. If there are not enough volunteers, other passengers may be denied boarding involuntarily, in accordance with the boarding priority of the specific carrier. The boarding priorities are provided below.
NOTE: The boarding priorities as presented below will appear in the Notice provided to passengers denied boarding (see paragraph (F) below). Passengers with the highest priority, as listed below, will be the last to be involuntarily denied boarding. Passengers within any category will be boarded in the order of presenting themselves for check-in. Check-in occurs when passenger presents his ticket for issuance of a boarding pass at any point(s) designated by the airline for such purpose.

Passengers checking in 20 or more minutes prior to scheduled departure will be accommodated as follows:

Those passengers who will experience a severe hardship as a result of denied boarding, regardless of fare paid, for example, passengers needing assistance (physically handicapped) and unaccompanied children under l2 years of age.

Passengers paying First Class fares.

Passengers paying Business Class fares.

Passengers paying the full one-way Coach (Y) fare and children under l2 years of age who are accompanied by a passenger paying the full one-way Coach (Y) fare.

Passengers other than those noted in (a) above and passengers traveling at fares other than those described in (b) or (c) above.

Passengers checking in less than 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure will be accommodated as follows:

Those passengers who will experience a severe hardship as a result of denied boarding, regardless of fare paid, for example, passengers needing assistance (physically handicapped) and unaccompanied children under l2 years of age.

Passengers paying First Class fares.

Passengers paying Business Class fares.

All other passengers on a first come, first served basis. However, in accordance with Rule 60(F) (RESERVATIONS), all passengers must present themselves at the loading gate, for boarding at least ten minutes before scheduled departure.

TRANSPORTATION FOR PASSENGER DENIED BOARDING
When AA is unable to provide previously confirmed space the carrier causing the passenger to be delayed will provide transportation to persons who have been denied boarding, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, in accordance with the provisions below.

AA will transport the passenger without stopover on its next flight on which space is available at no additional cost to the passenger regardless of class of service.

If the carrier causing such delay is unable to provide onward transportation acceptable to the passenger, any other carrier or combination of carriers, at the request of the passenger, will transport the passenger without stopover on its (their) next flight(s) in the same class of service as the passenger's original outbound flight, or if space is available on a flight(s) of a different class of service acceptable to the passenger, such flight(s) will be used without stopover at no additional cost to the passenger only if it (they) will provide an earlier arrival at the passenger's destination, next stopover point, or transfer point.

COMPENSATION FOR INVOLUNTARY DENIED BOARDING
In addition to providing transportation as described in paragraph (D) above, when the passenger who is delayed has not voluntarily relinquished confirmed reserved space in accordance with provisions in paragraph (B) above, the carrier causing the delay will compensate the delayed passenger for the carrier's failure to provide confirmed space. Compensation will be made in accordance with the provisions below.

Conditions for Payment

The passenger holding a ticket for confirmed space must present himself for carriage at the appropriate time and place, having complied fully with the carrier's requirements as to ticketing, check-in, and reconfirmation procedures and having met all requirements for acceptance for transportation published in carrier's tariff.

The flight for which the passenger holds confirmed reserved space must be unable to accommodate the passenger and departs without him.
EXCEPTION 1: The passenger will not be eligible for compensation if the flight on which he holds confirmed reserved space is unable to accommodate him because of substitution of equipment of a lesser capacity when required by operational or safety reasons.
EXCEPTION 2: The passenger will not be eligible for compensation if he is offered accommodations or is seated in a section of the aircraft other than that specified on his ticket at no extra charge. If a passenger is seated in a section for which a lower fare applies the passenger shall be entitled to an appropriate refund.
EXCEPTION 3: The passenger will not be eligible for compensation if his reservation has been cancelled pursuant to Rule 60 (F) (RESERVATIONS-CHECK-IN TIME LIMITS).
EXCEPTION 4: Employees of the carrier or of other carriers traveling on a reduced rate basis. These employees are not eligible for denied boarding compensation.
EXCEPTION 5: The passenger will not be eligible for denied boarding compensation if AA arranges comparable air transportation or other transportation used by the passenger at no extra cost to the passenger, that at the time such arrangements are made is planned to arrive at the passenger's next stopover or, if none, final destination within one hour after the scheduled arrival time of the passenger's original flight or flights.

Amount of Compensation
Subject to provisions of paragraph (1) above, AA will tender liquidated damages in the amount of 200 percent of the sum of the values of the passenger's remaining flight coupons of the ticket to the passenger's next stopover, or if none, to his destination, but not less than CAD 75.00/USD 75.00 and not more than CAD 800.00/USD 800.00. However, the compensation shall be 50 percent of the amount described above, but not less than CAD 37.50/USD 37.50 or more than CAD 400.00/USD400.00 if the carrier arranges for comparable air transportation, or for other transportation that is accepted. That is, transportation used by the passenger, which, at the time either arrangement is made, is planned to arrive at the airport of the passenger's next stopover, or if none, at the airport of the passenger's destination earlier than or not later than four hours after the planned arrival at the airport of the passenger's next stopover, or if none, at the airport of the passenger's destination, of the flight on which the passenger holds a confirmed reservation.
EXCEPTION: On American Eagle with 60 or less seats, the total value of the coupon in question will be refunded (not to exceed CAD 150.00/USD 100.00 and the passenger will be transported free of charge, on the next available American Eagle flight to his/her destination or next point of stopover/connection. The total value of the coupon (not to exceed CAD 150.00/USD 100.00 will be refunded without regard to the availability of service or the passenger's arrival time on that service at his/her destination or next point of stopover/connection.
NOTE 1: If the offer of compensation is made by the carrier and accepted by the passenger, such payment will constitute full compensation for all actual or anticipatory damages incurred or to be incurred by the passenger as a result of carrier's failure to provide passenger with confirmed reserved space.
NOTE 2: The Carrier may compensate the passenger with credit valid for transportation on AA in lieu of monetary compensation. The offer of free transportation would be equal to or greater than the monetary compensation due. The credit voucher is nontransferable, has no refund value, and may be voluntarily rerouted and reissued by the issuing carrier only.
EXCEPTION: (Applicable to passengers boarding flights in the U.S.A.) The passenger may decline the transportation benefit and receive the cash payment.

Time of Offer of Compensation
The offer of compensation will be made by the carrier on the day and at the place where the failure to provide confirmed reserved space occurs, and, if accepted, will be receipted for by the passenger. Provided, however, that when the carrier arranges, for the passenger's convenience, alternate means of transportation that departs prior to the time the offer can be made to the passenger, the offer shall be made by mail or other means within 24 hours after the time the failure occurs.

NOTICE PROVIDED PASSENGERS
The following written notice shall be provided all passengers who are denied boarding involuntarily on flights on which they hold confirmed reserved space. Blanks that appear in parentheses in the notice below will be completed in the actual notice provided passengers, with specific boarding priorities.
NOTE: For the purpose of this rule, specific boarding priorities are provided in paragraph (C) above.

COMPENSATION FOR DENIED BOARDING

(Applicable for flights originating in the U.S.A.) If you have been denied a reserved seat on American Airlines, you are probably entitled to monetary compensation. This notice explains the airline's obligations and the passenger's rights in the case of an oversold flight, in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation.

(Applicable for flights originating in Canada) If you have been denied a reserved seat on American Airlines, you are probably entitled to monetary compensation. This notice explains the airline's obligations and the passenger's rights in the case of an oversold flight, in accordance with regulations of the Canadian Transport Commission.

VOLUNTEERS AND BOARDING PRIORITIES
If a flight is oversold (more passengers hold confirmed reservations than there are seats available), no one may be denied boarding against his will until airline personnel first ask for volunteers who will give up their reservations willingly, in exchange for a payment of the airline's choosing. If there are not enough volunteers, other passengers may be denied boarding involuntarily, in accordance with the following boarding priority of American Airlines: ( )

COMPENSATION FOR INVOLUNTARY DENIED BOARDING
If you are denied boarding involuntarily, you are entitled to a payment of "denied boarding compensation" from the airline unless (1) you have not fully complied with the airline's ticketing, check-in, and reconfirmation requirements, or you are not acceptable for transportation under the airline's USUAL rules and practices; or (2) you are denied boarding because the flight is cancelled; or (3) you are denied boarding because a smaller capacity aircraft was substituted for safety or operational reasons; or (4) you are offered accommodations in a section of the aircraft other than that specified in your ticket, at no extra charge. (A passenger seated in a section for which a lower fare is charged must be given an appropriate refund.); or (5) the airline is able to place you on another flight or flights that are planned to reach your destination within one hour of the scheduled arrival of your original flight.

AMOUNT OF DENIED BOARDING COMPENSATION
Passengers who are eligible for denied boarding compensation must be offered a payment equal to the sum of the face values of their ticket coupons, with a CAD 37.50/USD 37.50 minimum and CAD 400.00/USD 400.00 maximum. However, if the airline cannot arrange "alternate transportation" (see below) for the passenger, the compensation is doubled (CAD 75.00/USD 75.00 minimum, CAD 800.00/USD 800.00 maximum). The "value" of a ticket coupon is the one way fare for the flight shown on the coupon, including any surcharge and air transportation tax, minus any applicable discount. All flight coupons, including connecting flights, to the passenger's destination or first 4-hour stopover are used to compute the compensation. "Alternate transportation" is air transportation provided by an airline licensed by the D.O.T. or other transportation used by the passenger which, at the time the arrangement is made, is planned to arrive at the passenger's next scheduled stopover (of 4 hours or longer) or destination no later than 4 hours after the passenger's originally scheduled arrival time.
EXCEPTION: On American Eagle with 60 or less seats, the total value of the coupon in question will be refunded (not to exceed CAD 150.00/USD 100.00) and the passenger will be transported free of charge, on the next available American Eagle flight to his/her destination or next point of stopover/connection. The total value of the coupon (not to exceed CAD 150.00/USD 100.00) will be refunded without regard to the availability of service or the passenger's arrival time on that service at his/her destination or next point of stopover/connection.

METHOD OF PAYMENT
The airline must give each passenger who qualifies for denied boarding compensation, a payment by check or draft for the amount specified above, on the day and place the involuntary denied boarding occurs. However, if the airline arranges alternate transportation for the passenger's convenience that departs before the payment can be made, the payment will be sent to the passenger within 24 hours. The air carrier may offer free tickets in place of the cash payment. Passengers boarding flights in the U.S.A. may insist on cash payment. All passengers may refuse compensation and bring private legal action.

PASSENGER'S OPTIONS
Acceptance of the compensation (by endorsing the check or draft within 30 days) relieves American Airlines from any further liability to the passenger caused by its failure to honor the confirmed reservation. However, the passenger may decline the payment and seek to recover damages in a court of law or in some other manner.

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DATE: 07/25/07 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0090AA

REFUNDS

GENERAL
Refund by AA for an unused ticket or portion thereof, exchange order or miscellaneous charges order will be made in accordance with the following conditions, except as otherwise provided in paragraph (F) of this rule:

Persons requesting refund must surrender to AA all unused flight coupon(s) of the ticket, exchange order or miscellaneous charges order.

AA will refuse refund on a ticket which has been presented to government officials of a country or to AA as evidence of intention to depart therefrom unless the passenger establishes to the AA's satisfaction that he has permission to remain in the country or that he will depart therefrom by another carrier or conveyance.

AA shall make all or any individual refunds through its general accounting offices of regional sales or accounting offices, and require prior written applications for refunds to be prepared by passengers on special forms furnished by AA.

CURRENCY
All refunds will be subject to government laws, rules, regulations, or orders of the country in which the ticket was originally purchased and of the country in which the refund is being made.
NOTE: (Applicable to tickets sold in Venezuela) Any full or partial refund of the ticket purchased in Venezuela will only be accepted at the AA passenger refund office or at the original issuing location in Venezuela. Tickets purchased in VEF currency may only be refunded in VEF currency.
Refunds will be made subject to the following provisions:

Voluntary refunds of tickets, miscellaneous charges orders, or deposit receipts purchased in currency other than U.S. dollars shall be made in currency used for such purpose, and in country where such purchase was made.

Voluntary refunds of tickets, miscellaneous charges orders, or deposit receipts purchased in U.S. dollars may be made in U.S. dollars or local currency in any country provided such refund is not prohibited by local governmental exchange control regulations at point of refund.

Involuntary refunds of tickets, miscellaneous charges orders, or deposit receipts shall be made in the currency used for such purchase and in the country where such purchase was made, whenever possible. However, U.S. dollars refunds or refunds in the currency of the country where the involuntary refund is necessary may be made on request of passenger provided refund in such currency is not prohibited by local governmental exchange control regulations.

Refunds will be made in the currency in which the fare was paid, or, in lawful currency of the country of the carrier making the refund or of the country where the refund is made or in the currency of the country in which the ticket was purchased, in an amount equivalent to the amount due in the currency in which the fare or fares for the flight covered by the ticket as originally issued was collected.
NOTE: Despite the foregoing provisions, AA will reserve the right to refuse to make any refund authorized by this tariff in a currency other than that used in the purchase of the ticket to be refunded or at a place other than that at which payment for such ticket was made.

PERSON TO WHOM REFUND IS MADE
AA will refund in accordance with this rule to the person named as the passenger on the ticket, except as provided below:

Ticket refund will be made for tickets issued as described in Column A and only to the purchaser described in Column B below:


Column A	Column B
In exchange for a Paid Ticket Advice	The purchaser of the Prepaid Ticket Advice
Under a Universal Air Travel Plan	The subscriber against whose account the ticket was charged
Against a Transportation Request issued by a government agent, other than a U.S. Government Agency	The government agency that issued the Transportation Request
Against a U.S. Government Transportation Request	The U.S. Government Agency that issued the U.S. Government Transportation Request with a check payable to the "Treasurer of the United States"
Tickets for transportation issued against a credit card	The account of the person to whom such credit card has been issued

If, at the time of purchase, the purchaser designates on the ticket another person to whom refund shall be made, refund will be made to the person so designated. A refund made in accordance with this procedure to a person representing himself as the person so designated in the ticket, exchange order or Miscellaneous Charges Order will be deemed a valid refund and AA will not be liable to the true passenger for another refund.

If, at the time of application for refund, evidence is submitted that a company purchased the ticket on behalf of its employee or the travel agent has made refund to its client, such refund will be made directly to the employee's company or the travel agent.

INVOLUNTARY REFUNDS

For the purpose of this paragraph, the term "Involuntary Refund" shall mean any refund made in the event the passenger is prevented from using the carriage provided for in his/her ticket because of cancellation of flight, inability of AA to provide previously confirmed space, substitution of a different type of equipment or class of service by AA, missed connections, postponement or delay of flight, omission of a scheduled stop, or removal or refusal to carry under conditions prescribed in "Acceptance of Children" provisions of Rule 25 (REFUSAL TO TRANSPORT-LIMITATIONS OF CARRIER).

Amount of Involuntary Refunds
The amount of involuntary refunds will be as follows:

when no portion of the trip has been made, the amount of refund will be an amount equal to the fare and charges applicable to the ticket issued to the passenger.

when a portion of the trip has been made, the amount of refund will be computed as follows:

either an amount equal to the one way fare less the same rate of discount, if any, that was applied in computing the original one way fare (or on round trip or circle trip tickets, one half of the round trip fare) and charges applicable to the unused transportation from the point of termination to the destination or stopover point named on the ticket or to the point at which transportation is to be resumed, via:

(aa) the routing specified on the ticket, if the point of termination was on such routing; or

(bb) the routing of any carrier operating between such points, if the point of termination was not on the routing specified on the ticket; in such case the amount of refund will be based on the lowest fares applicable between such points; or

the difference between the fare paid and the fare for the transportation used, whichever is higher.
EXCEPTION 1: AA will make no refund:


1. When the destination designated on the Passenger's ticket is:	...and the flight on which the passenger is being transported, terminates at:
   MFE	HRL
   HRL	MFE
   BWI	IAD/DCA
   IAD	BWI/DCA
   DCA	BWI/IAD
   BUR	LAX/LGB/ONT/SNA
   LAX	BUR/LGB/ONT/SNA
   LGB	LAX/BUR/ONT/SNA
   ONT	LAX/LGB/BUR/SNA
   SNA	LAX/LGB/BUR/ONT
   FLL	MIA
   MIA	FLL
   OAK	SFO/SJC
   SFO	OAK/SJC
   SJC	OAK/SFO
   EWR	JFK/LGA
   JFK	LGA/EWR
   LGA	EWR/JFK
   IAH	HOU
   HOU	IAH
   DAL	DFW
   DFW	DAL


EXCEPTION 2: When a passenger holding a ticket for carriage for a higher class of service between an origin and a destination is required by AA to use a lower class of service for any portion of such carriage the amount of refund will be as follows:

For One Way Tickets: the difference between the fare for the higher class of service and the fare for the lower class of service between the points where the lower class of service is used;

For Round Trip, Circle Trip or Open Jaw Tickets: the difference between 50 percent of the round trip fare for the higher class of service and 50 percent of the round trip fare for the lower class of service between the points where the lower class of service is used.

Communications Expenses
Any communication expenses paid by the passenger in accordance with Rule 60 (RESERVATIONS) will be refunded, or if such expense has not been collected by AA, its collection will be waived, except as otherwise provided in Rule 25 (REFUSAL TO TRANSPORT - LIMITATIONS OF CARRIER); provided, however, that the passenger will be required to pay for any communications pertaining to his own arrangements necessitated by such involuntary cancellation.

VOLUNTARY REFUNDS

The term "Voluntary Refund," for the purpose of this paragraph, shall mean any refund of a ticket or portion thereof other than an involuntary refund as defined in paragraph (D) above.

Amount of Voluntary Refund
The amount of voluntary refunds will be as follows:

When no ticket coupons have been used, the amount of refund will be an amount equal to the fare and charges applicable to the ticket issued to the passenger.

When any ticket coupons have been used, the amount of refund will be the difference, if any, between the fare paid and the fare applicable for the portion of transportation used.

Any applicable administrative service charge or cancellation fee will be deducted from the refund amount in (a) or (b) above.

For nonrefundable fare tickets any surcharge/Q/ or service fee/YQ YR/ that has been collected will be nonrefundable.

For nonrefundable tickets upon written request, American will refund taxes and fees not imposed by the airline, collected at the time of sale of nonrefundable tickets that are not used for travel, as follows. Taxes or fees will not be refunded if the airline's obligation to remit the tax or fee arises by virtue of its collection of the tax or fee (as opposed to actual travel by the passenger). All taxes and fees imposed by the United States Government fall within this category. Taxes or fees will be refunded if the airline's obligation to remit the tax or fee depends upon use of the ticket for travel.

When the refunding of any portion of a ticket would result in the use of such ticket between any points where the carriage of traffic is prohibited, the refund, if any, will be determined as if such ticket had been used to a point beyond which would not result in the violation of carrier's operating rights or privileges. The passenger will be refunded the difference between the fare paid from the point of origin to such farther point and the total fare paid, less any applicable charges.

A penalty for voluntary cancellation shall not apply and the total amount paid shall be refunded if such cancellation is made after an increase in the fare is made applicable between the time of the initial payment and the date of travel.

LOST TICKETS, MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES ORDERS, DEPOSIT RECEIPTS AND EXCESS BAGGAGE TICKETS
The following provisions will govern refund or replacement of lost tickets, etc., or unused portions thereof.

Time Limitation for Refund Request

Subject to Paragraph (A)(1) above, AA will refund a lost ticket or lost portion thereof upon receiving written request for refund from the passenger.
NOTE: Written request for refund must be made not later than one month after the expiration date of the lost ticket (see 4 below for charges).

Refunds will be made upon receiving application for such refund.

Basis for Refund
When a passenger loses his ticket, or the unused portion thereof, AA will make a refund to the passenger in the following amounts, as applicable:

If no portion of the ticket has been used, refund will be an amount equal to the fare and charges paid.

If a portion of the ticket has been used, and

the passenger has purchased a new ticket covering the same transportation as that covered by the unused portion of the lost ticket, refund will be an amount equal to the fare and charges paid for such new ticket.

the passenger has not purchased a new ticket covering the same transportation as that covered by the unused portion of the lost ticket, refund will be an amount equal to the difference between the fare and charges paid and the fare and charges applicable to the transportation of the passenger covered by the used portion of the ticket.

The foregoing provisions for lost tickets shall also apply to lost exchange orders, deposit receipts, and excess baggage tickets.

Service Charge
Unless otherwise provided for in specific fare types, AA will impose a service charge in U.S. or Canadian Dollars as indicated in the table below or the equivalent in other than U.S. or Canadian Dollars converted by the Bankers' Buying Rate, per ticket, for handling such request for refund or replacement of a lost ticket or exchange order.


SERVICE CHARGE
LOST TICKET	REPLACEMENT TICKET
USD 100.00/CAD 112.00	USD 100.00/CAD 112.00


EXCEPTION: No service charge will be imposed for military passengers when transportation is paid with a U.S. Government Transportation Request (Form No. 1169).

Application and Conditions for Refund

Form of Application
Application must be made on forms prescribed by carrier for such refunds.

Conditions for Refund

When Payable
Refund will be made upon receiving application for such refund, subject to (ii) and (iii) below.

Previous Use or Refund
Refund will be made only provided that the lost ticket or lost portion thereof has not previously been honored for transportation or refunded to any person.

Indemnity
AA will make such refund only provided that the person to whom refund is made agrees, in such form as may be prescribed by AA, to indemnify AA for any loss or damage which it may sustain by reason of such refund.

In the event of a termination of an interline traffic agreement between AA and another carrier, AA's practices under this rule with respect to such other carriers tickets shall not apply to any ticket of such other carrier issued after the termination of the interline agreement.

AGED REFUNDS
Airline tickets, whether in paper or electronic form, are valid for transportation up to one year from the date on which transportation commences at the point of origin designated on the original ticket; or, if no portion of the ticket is used, one year from the date of issuance of the original ticket. With the exception of those tickets designated as wholly non-refundable, tickets are valid for refund up to three years from the date of issuance of the original ticket. In addition to all other applicable

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charges, a ticket that is valid for refund, but not for transportation shall be assessed a USD 100.00/CAD 112.00 service charge.

DATE: 11/17/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0095AA

AMENITIES/SERVICES FOR DELAYED PASSENGERS

AMENITIES/SERVICES

Lodging
Passenger will be provided one night's lodging, or a maximum allowance for one night's lodging as established by each location, when an AA flight on which the passenger is being transported is diverted to an unscheduled point and the delay at such point is expected to exceed six hours during the period 10:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M.
EXCEPTION: Hotel accommodations will not be furnished:


aa)
To a passenger whose trip is interrupted at a city which is his/her permanent domicile, or
When the destination designated on the ticket is:	And the flight on which the passenger is being transported is diverted to:
bb)
Baltimore, MD	Washington, DC (Dulles Airport)
Baltimore, MD	Washington, DC (National Airport)
Burbank, CA	Los Angeles, CA
Burbank, CA	Ontario, CA
Burbank, CA	Long Beach, CA
Burbank, CA	Santa Ana, CA
Dallas Love Field, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth International, TX
Dallas/Ft. Worth International, TX	Dallas Love Field, TX
Ft. Lauderdale, FL	Miami, FL
Houston Intercontinental, TX	Houston Hobby, TX
Houston Hobby, TX	Houston Intercontinental, TX
Long Beach, CA	Burbank, CA
Long Beach, CA	Los Angeles, CA
Long Beach, CA	Ontario, CA
Long Beach, CA	Santa Ana, CA
Los Angeles, CA	Burbank, CA
Los Angeles, CA	Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles, CA	Ontario, CA
Los Angeles, CA	Santa Ana, CA
Miami, FL	Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Newark, NJ	New York, NY
Oakland, CA	San Francisco, CA
Oakland, CA	San Jose, CA
Ontario, CA	Burbank, CA
Ontario, CA	Long Beach, CA
Ontario, CA	Los Angeles, CA
Ontario, CA	Santa Ana, CA
San Francisco, CA	Oakland, CA
San Francisco, CA	San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA	Oakland, CA
San Jose, CA	San Francisco, CA
Santa Ana, CA	Burbank, CA
Santa Ana, CA	Los Angeles, CA
Santa Ana, CA	Ontario, CA
Santa Ana, CA	Long Beach, CA
Washington, DC (Dulles Airport)	Baltimore, MD
Washington, DC (Dulles Airport)	Washington, DC (National Airport)
Washington, DC (National Airport)	Baltimore, MD
Washington, DC (National Airport)	Washington, DC (Dulles Airport)

Ground Transportation
When the destination shown on the passenger's ticket is a point shown in Column 1 of paragraph (1), (EXCEPTION), subparagraph (bb) and the flight on which the passenger is being transported is diverted to a point in Column 2 of paragraph (1), (EXCEPTION), subparagraph (bb), AA will provide ground transportation to the original destination airport.

Extraordinary Circumstances
AA will provide such amenities as are necessary to maintain the safety and/or welfare of certain passengers such as invalids, unaccompanied children, the elderly or others to whom such amenities will be furnished consistent with special needs and/or circumstances.

LIABILITY OF CARRIER
Except to the extent provided in this rule, AA shall not be liable for failing to operate any flight according to schedule or for changing the schedule of any flight, with or without notice to the passenger.

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DATE: 09/30/10 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0097AA

ACCEPTANCE OF BAGGAGE

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF ACCEPTANCE
AA will accept for transportation as baggage, such personal property as is necessary or appropriate for the wear, use, comfort, or convenience of the passenger for the purpose of the trip, subject to the following conditions:

All baggage is subject to inspection by AA; however, AA shall not be obligated to perform inspection. AA will refuse to transport or will remove at any point baggage that the passenger refuses to submit for inspection.

AA has the right to refuse to transport baggage on any flight other than the one carrying the passenger.

AA may refuse to accept property for transportation whose size, weight or character renders it unsuitable for transportation in the particular aircraft which is to transport it; which can not be accommodated without harming or annoying passengers; or which is not suitably or adequately packaged to withstand ordinary handling, see Rule 100 (H).

Checked baggage will be carried in the same aircraft as the passenger unless such carriage is deemed impractical by AA, in which event AA will carry the baggage on the next preceding or subsequent flight on which space is available.

Conditions and limitations or restrictions for the acceptance of baggage which are applicable to AA as outlined in this tariff apply to AA local travel and to AA in conjunction with other participating carriers under AA governed interline travel. Passengers on codeshare flights operated by another carrier may also be subject to the charges and fees imposed by the operating carrier.

QUANTITY AND/OR SIZE MAXIMUMS

For travel within Area 1
No article, other than cabin baggage (Rule 112-CABIN-SEAT BAGGAGE AND CHARGES); duffel bags, sea bags or B-4 bags (Rule 115); sporting equipment (Rule 100); or live animals (Rule 105-ACCEPTANCE OF PETS AND ANIMALS); will be accepted for transportation if it weighs more than 100 pounds (which includes the maximum free allowable weight plus any excess) or the sum of the greatest outside length plus the greatest outside height plus the greatest outside width exceeds 80 inches. No more than three articles of baggage in excess of the standard baggage allowance will be accepted for transportation per passenger upon payment of the excess baggage charges (see Rules 100, 105, 115 and/or 116 for charges and exceptions).

For travel between Area 1 and Areas 2/3
No article, other than cabin baggage (Rule 112-CABIN-SEAT BAGGAGE AND CHARGES); duffel bags, sea bags or B-4 bags (Rule 115 and 116); sporting equipment (Rule 100); or live animals (Rule 105 - ACCEPTANCE OF PETS AND ANIMALS); will be accepted for transportation if it weighs more than 70 pounds or the sum of the greatest outside length plus the greatest outside height plus the greatest outside width exceeds 80 inches.
No more than eight articles of baggage in excess of the free baggage allowance will be accepted for transportation per passenger upon payment of the excess baggage charges. (See Rules 100, 105, 115, and/or 116 for charges and exceptions.)

ACCEPTANCE OF SPECIAL ITEMS AND PETS
Special items and pets will only be accepted in accordance with the additional provisions and/or charges specified in Rules 100 (CONDITIONS FOR ACCEPTANCE OF SPECIAL ITEMS) and 105 (ACCEPTANCE OF PETS AND ANIMALS).

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DATE: 09/30/10 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0100AA

CONDITIONS AND CHARGES FOR ACCEPTANCE OF SPECIAL ITEMS

The following are special items or types of items that will be accepted as baggage by AA subject to the conditions shown. Unless otherwise indicated, AA will accept the item subject to the general terms of acceptance in rule 97 (acceptance of baggage). Charges prescribed in this rule are applicable from the point at which the item is accepted to the point to which the item is transported.
(a) Animals, live pets (limited to dogs and cats only)--see rule 105 (acceptance of pets and animals).
(b) Bassinets and infant carrying-seats
An infant's bassinet will be accepted for transportation in the passenger compartment only when an additional seat is reserved for the infant, a ticket is purchased, and the bassinet can be properly secured by the seat belt.
(c) Bicycles
See sporting equipment below.
(d) Bowling equipment
See sporting equipment below.
(e) Duffel bags, B-4 bags and Seabags
See rules 115 and 116 (baggage regulations).
(f) Firearms
See also sporting equipment below.
(1) (Not applicable to military or government personnel traveling on official business with proper documentation) firearms are not accepted as checked baggage to/from/via the United Kingdom.
(2) Nonsporting firearms and ammunition will be accepted as checked baggage only.
(3) Advance arrangements must be made.
(g) Fishing equipment
See sporting equipment below.
(h) fragile/perishable
(1) Upon request, fragile/bulky items will be carried as cabin-seat baggage subject to the provisions in rule 112 (cabin seat baggage and charges).
(2) Fragile items (for examples, see paragraph (3) below) will be accepted if they are appropriately
Packaged in a properly sealed factory carton which was originally intended for the shipment of the item being checked or a cardboard mailing tube or container or case designed for shipping such items and packed with protective internal material. AA may, at its discretion, accept fragile items without appropriate packaging. Such acceptance will be at the passenger's sole risk and without any liability to AA.
(3) Classes and examples of fragile and/or perishable items
The classes of items listed below are deemed by AA to be fragile or perishable or otherwise unsuitable as checked baggage and are subject to the conditions of acceptance set forth in paragraphs (1) and (2) above.
(a) Electronic and mechanical items (see also precision items)
typewriters; sewing machines; watches; clocks; hair dryers/blowers/curlers/setters; electric toothbrushes; water pics; coffee pots; toasters; television sets; cathode-ray tube devices; radios (including citizen band); calculators; audio and video equipment; compact discs and cd players; cell phone and phone chargers; turntables; phonograph records; tape recorders; portable stereos; computers; disks; and components.
(b) photographic/cinematography equipment cameras, flashbulbs, lenses, photoflash equipment, photometers, spectroscopes, phototubes or other devices using sensitive tubes or plates.
(c) Precision items (see also electronic and mechanical items)
microscopes; electron microscopes; oscilloscopes; meters; counters; polygraphs; electrographs; medical equipment, and electronic medical equipment that includes tubes and glass; other sensitive calibrated tools and equipment.
(d) Artistic items
sconces; decorative screens; items of decorator stones, marble, onyx, and alabaster, vases; figurines; trophies; souvenirs; other decorator objects and curios; chess sets; paintings; drawings; statues or other sculptures; plastic; plaster of Paris molds and casts; pictures; photographs; display models; antique furniture; fish tanks; and terrariums.
(e) Glass
glassware; crystal; mirrors; bottles and any liquids contained therein (excluding reasonable quantities of toiletries); telescopes; binoculars; barometers; glass covers on pictures; plate/window glass; stained glass; lampshades; and vision wear (including eyeglasses, prescription sunglasses, non-prescription sunglasses and all other eyewear and eye/vision devices) and contact lenses.
(f) Musical instruments and equipment
Guitars; violins and violas; organs; harps; bass viols and violas; horns; trombones; woodwinds; drums and percussion instruments. other musical instruments and amplifiers or speakers used in conjunction with electronic instruments that are not protected in carrying cases that are not sufficient to prevent damage during the course of normal baggage handling.
(g) Paper
piñatas; historical documents; antique books; advertising displays and models; business documents; mechanical drawings/documents; blueprints; maps; charts; books and photographs (including negative, prints, portraits and slides).
(h) chinaware/ceramics/pottery
Ceramics; pots; bowls; crockery; dishes; glasses; earthenware and other containers or ornaments made of porcelain or clay hardened by heat.
(i) Household articles
Tabletops and frames; lamps; picture frames and furniture.
(j) Toys
Dolls; stuffed animals, dollhouses; model trains, cars and airplanes.
(k) Recreational and sporting goods
tennis rackets; fishing rods; sculls; surfboards; scuba-diving masks and pressure gauges; scopes; sporting trophies such as animal horns and antlers; skin-diving gear; firearms; archery equipment; golfing equipment; model airplanes; bicycles; and backpacks, knapsacks, sleeping bags, and tents made of plastic, vinyl, or other easily torn material with aluminum frames, outside pockets, or protruding straps and buckles.
(l) Over packed baggage
(m) Garment bags
Garment bags and suit/dress covers of light, flimsy plastic or vinyl designed for carrying and not for shipping.
(n) Liquor cartons provided for hand carriage by duty free shops.
(o) boxes/sacks/bags
Corrugated/cardboard boxes, sacks and bags (and contents thereof) that do not have sufficient durability, a secure closure, or that do not provide sufficient protection from damage to the container and its contents.
(p) Totally unprotected items or non-luggage,
Uncrated items such as child restraint devices (including car seats and strollers) and any items attached to the device, umbrellas, bag carts, and other items whose shape, material or characteristics render it susceptible to damage.
(q) Otherwise unsuitable articles such as cosmetic cases, hat boxes, wig boxes.
(r) Personal items dentures and retainers.
(s) Perishables for the purpose of this rule, examples of perishables are as follows:
Fresh or frozen foodstuffs such as fruits, vegetables, meats, fish poultry, bakery products and dairy products.
(2) Potted plants and foliage such as
Branches and blossoms of flowers, floral and nursery stock such as flowers, fruit and vegetable plants.
(3) cut flowers and foliage such as floral displays.
(4) Medicine.
(t) Further information regarding AA's rules for specific items may be obtained from any AA ticket office. AA's classification of an item shall be final.
(i) {x}
(j) Restricted articles
(1) Any article listed in the department of transportation hazardous materials regulations (49 CFR 171-177); the international civil aviation organization technical instructions for the safe transport of dangerous goods by air and/or the IATA dangerous goods regulations will not be accepted.
(2) Limited quantities of dry ice will be accepted for carriage in checked or carry-on baggage provided:
(a) The baggage is properly vented, labeled and accurate shipper's certificate are presented to AA and
(b) {x}
(k) scuba-diving equipment
See sporting equipment below.
(l) Skiing equipment
See sporting equipment below.
(m) Sporting equipment
sporting equipment items listed below will be accepted subject to the conditions of acceptance and/or prescribed charges stated in this rule in addition to any applicable charges outlined in rule 115/116 baggage regulations.
(1) Antlers
Antlers must be as free of residue as possible. The skull must be wrapped and the tips protected. The linear dimensions must not exceed 120 in. In addition, acceptance is subject to aircraft size and load conditions. Antlers will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/CAD 150.00 in addition to applicable checked baggage charges in rules 115/116. Antlers will not be accepted for transportation during an excess baggage embargo period. AA is not liable for damage to antlers. The passenger must make all arrangements and assume full responsibility for complying with any applicable laws, customs, and/or governmental regulations, requirements, or restrictions of the county, state, or territory to/from which the antlers are being transported.
(2) Archery equipment
Archery equipment will be accepted as checked baggage. For the purposes of this provision, one item of archery equipment will consist of one bow, one quiver, arrows, and maintenance kit. AA is not liable for damage to archery equipment that is not presented in a hard-sided case. (applicable to all points except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean) archery equipment will be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and, if in excess, will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece.
(3) backpacks/knapsacks
Backpacks/knapsacks with frame will be accepted as checked baggage. For the purposes of this provision a backpack will be defined as a canvas or leather bag with outside zippered compartments. Backpack/knapsacks can be included in determining the standard baggage allowance. AA is not liable for damage to backpack/knapsack or contents or loss/damage to items attached to backpack/knapsack. (Applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). When in excess, a backpack/knapsack will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece.
(4) Bicycles
Bicycles will be accepted subject to the conditions specified below. For the purpose of this provision, one item of bicycling equipment is defined as one bicycle.
(a) Bicycle characteristics carrier will accept non-motorized touring or racing bicycles with single seats. Exception: bicycles with tandem seats will be accepted.
(b) Bicycle packaging requirements bicycles must have the handlebars fixed sideways and the pedals removed or be placed in cardboard containers with handlebars fixed sideways and, the pedals and handlebars must be encased in plastic foam or similar materials.
(c) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in Central/South America). One bicycle will be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and, if in excess, will be accepted subject to payment of the excess baggage charge for a single piece. (See rule 115 baggage regulations).
(d) AA is not liable for damage to bicycles not presented in a hard-sided case. Each case may contain only one bicycle.
(e) If bicycle and container are less than 62 linear inches and weigh less than 50 pounds, the bicycle is free in place of one 62 inch bag in the free allowance.
(f) Co2 cartridges used to inflate tires are considered dangerous goods and will not be accepted in checked or carry-on baggage.
(5) Boogie boards/kiteboards/wakeboards
(a) (Applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). boogie boards/kiteboards/wakeboard and containers that are less than 62 linear inches and weigh less than 50 pounds are allowed in place of one 62-inch bag in the standard allowance and will be allowed during baggage embargoes. When in excess, will be subject to payment of the applicable excess baggage charge.
(b) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). boogie boards/kiteboards/wakeboards and containers that are less than 62 linear inches and weigh less than 50 pounds are allowed in place of one 62 inch bag in the standard allowance and will be allowed during baggage embargoes. When in excess, will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00.
(6) Bowling equipment
Items of bowling equipment will be accepted as checked baggage. For the purpose of this rule, bowling equipment will consist of bowling case with bowling balls and shoes. Bowling case and balls that weigh less than 50 pounds are accepted in place of one 62-inch bag in the standard allowance and will be allowed during baggage embargoes.
(a) (Applicable except between point in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). Each item of bowling equipment in excess of the free baggage allowance will be subject to the applicable excess charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.
(b) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean).
Each item of bowling equipment in excess of the standard baggage will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00
(c) AA is not liable for damage to bowling balls or bowling ball cases due to the weight and density of the items and the size of the bag.
(d) Bowling ball cleaners that contain high amounts of acetone or alcohol over 70 percent in volume are considered dangerous goods and will not be allowed in checked or carry-on baggage.
(7) Camping equipment
(a) Camping equipment that is less than 62 linear inches and weighs less than 50 pounds is free in place of one 62 inch bag in the standard allowance and will be allowed during baggage embargoes.
(b) AA is not liable for damage to camping equipment.
(c) Camping stove fuels, sterno, matches, lighters, and flares are considered dangerous goods and will not be allowed in checked or carry-on baggage.
(8) Fishing equipment
Items of fishing equipment will be accepted as checked baggage. For the purpose of this rule, fishing equipment is defined as rods and reels contained in a case and one bag with fishing tackle, landing net, and fishing boots. Fishing equipment consisting of a fishing rod case and fishing equipment bag are accepted in place of one 62 inch bag.
(a) AA is not liable for damage to fishing equipment not presented in a hard-sided case.
(b) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). When in excess, each item will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00
(9) Golfing equipment
Items of golfing equipment will be accepted as checked baggage. For the purpose of this rule, golfing equipment will be defined as one golf bag with golf clubs, golf balls, and shoes. Golfing equipment can be included in determining the standard baggage allowance. Exception: maximum weight on golf clubs is 70 pounds for no extra charge. Size is limited to the size of a hard-sided golf case.
(a) (Applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean/ central America/south America). When in excess, each item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.
(b) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in Central/South America). When in excess, each item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.
(c) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). When in excess, each item will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00
(d) AA is not liable for damage to golf clubs not presented in a hard-sided case.
(e) Swingless golf club load strips are considered dangerous goods and are not allowed in checked or carry-on baggage.
(10) Hang-glider
(a) Hang-gliders will be accepted as checked baggage.
(b) Hang-gliders will not be accepted for transportation during an excess baggage embargo period.
(c) AA is not liable for damage to hang-gliding equipment. Acceptance is subject to aircraft size and load conditions.
(11) hockey/lacrosse equipment
(a) hockey/lacrosse equipment will be accepted as checked baggage. For the purpose of this rule, hockey/lacrosse equipment will consist of one equipment bag weighing up to 50 pounds and measuring no more than 62 linear inches plus hockey/lacrosse sticks. Hockey/lacrosse equipment may be included in determining the standard checked baggage allowance.
(b) When in excess, each item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.
(c) AA is not liable for damage to hockey/lacrosse equipment.
(12) Javelin
(a) One javelin will be accepted as checked baggage.
(b) AA is not liable for damage to javelins.
(c) Javelin will not be accepted for transportation during an excess baggage embargo period.
(13) kayaks/boats/sculls/canoes
Kayaks, boats, sculls, and canoes will not be accepted as baggage.
(14) Oars
(a) One pair of oars will be accepted as checked baggage. Oars may be included in determining the standard checked baggage allowance.
(b) When in excess, each item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.
(15) Pole vault
Pole vault equipment will not be accepted as baggage.
(16) scuba-diving equipment
Items of scuba diving equipment will be accepted as checked baggage subject to the charges specified below. For the purposes of this provision, one item of scuba diving equipment is defined as one scuba tank, one scuba regulator, one tank harness, one pressure gauge, and one mask, one pair of fins, one snorkel, one knife, one spear gun and one safety vest. The regulator valve must have an opening to allow for a visual inspection inside. AA is not liable for damage to scuba gear. Each item will be subject to the excess baggage charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00 for a single piece, whether or not presented as a single piece.
(a) (Applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean/ Mexico). Items of scuba diving equipment will not be included in determining the checked baggage allowance and will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.
(b) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean/Mexico.) Items of scuba diving equipment will not be included in determining the checked baggage allowance and will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00.
(17) Shooting equipment (sporting firearms)
(a) (Not accepted for travel to/from/via the United Kingdom) items of shooting equipment will be accepted only as checked baggage subject to individual country regulations and the conditions specified below. Firearms will be included in determining the checked baggage allowance. When in excess, each item will be subject to excess baggage charges (see rule 115 for travel within area 1 and rule 116 for travel between area 1 and areas 2/3). For the purpose of this provision one item of shooting equipment is defined as
(1) one rifle case containing not more than three rifles, with or without scopes, 11 pounds of ammunition, one shooting mat, noise suppressors and small rifle tools;
(2) Three shotguns and one shotgun case
(3) one pistol case containing not more than five pistols, 5 pounds of ammunition, noise suppressors, one pistol telescope and small pistol tools.
(b) Conditions of acceptance
Firearms must be unloaded and placed in a suitable container. Ammunition must be packed in the manufacturer's original package. Specific requirements and conditions of acceptance of firearms and ammunition by AA are provided below:
(i) Ammunition must be packed in the manufacturer's original package or securely packed in fiber, wood or metal boxes.
(ii) Baggage containing firearms will be transported in an area, other than the cockpit, that is inaccessible to passengers.
(iii) Firearms must be unloaded and packed in
(1) A manufacturer's crushproof type container, manufactured specifically for the firearm or
(2) A hard case. Baggage containing handguns must be locked with a key or lock combination in possession of the passenger only and the bag must be of the hard-side type.
(iv) baggage containing firearms will not knowingly be accepted for transportation at point of origin or at online point or interline connecting point unless a declaration, signed and dated on the day the baggage is accepted for transportation, is attached to the outside of the case declaring that the firearms are not loaded. Exception: when firearms are contained in hard sided cases or other baggage not specifically designed for carrying firearms, the declaration must be placed inside the suitcase or other baggage.
(c) (Applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). When in excess, each item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece whether or not presented as a single piece).
(d) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). When in excess, each item will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00
(18) Skiing equipment
Items of skiing equipment will be accepted as checked baggage. For the purpose of this provision, one item of skiing equipment is defined as one pair of skis and one pair of ski poles or one bag containing one pair of ski boots. Skiing equipment can be included in determining the checked baggage allowance. Exception: (applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in Mexico). One item of skiing equipment as described above regardless of the actual dimensions will be considered to be one piece of baggage whose outside linear dimensions are 53 inches.
(a) (Applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean/ South America). When in excess, each item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece. {x}
(b) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in Central/South America). only one item of snow skiing equipment can be included in determining the checked baggage allowance. When in excess, the first item of snow skiing equipment will be subject to a charge of 50 percent of the applicable charge for one excess piece. Any additional items of snow skiing equipment will be subject to a charge of 100 percent of the applicable excess baggage charge.
(c) (applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). when in excess, each item of snow skiing equipment will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00
(19) Snowboarding equipment
snow boards will be accepted as checked baggage. a snow board can be included in determining the checked baggage allowance. For the purpose of this provision, one item of snowboarding equipment will be defined as one snow board, one pair of bindings and one pair of snow boots.
(a) (applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). when in excess, each item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.
(b) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in the Caribbean). when in excess, each item will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00
(20) Surfboards/kiteboards/wakeboards
(a) (Applicable only between points in the USA/Canada and points in area 2/3). surfboards will be accepted as checked baggage. Surfboards will not be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and will always be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece. exception: surfboards/kiteboards/wakeboards and containers that are less than 62 linear inches and weigh less than 50 pounds are accepted in place of one 62 inch bag in the checked baggage allowance and will be allowed during baggage embargoes.
(b) (Applicable only between points in the USA and points in the Caribbean/Mexico). surfboards will be accepted as checked baggage. Surfboards will not be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and will be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00. exception: surfboards/kiteboards/wakeboards and containers that are less than 62 linear inches and weigh less than 50 pounds are accepted in place of one 62 inch bag in the standard baggage allowance and will be allowed during baggage embargoes.
(c) (Applicable only between points in the USA/Canada and points in Central/South America). Surfboards will be accepted as checked baggage. Surfboards will not be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charge for a single piece. exception: surfboards/kiteboards/wakeboards and containers that are less than 62 linear inches and weigh less than 50 pounds are accepted in place of one 62 inch bag in the standard baggage allowance and will be allowed during baggage embargoes.
(d) AA is not liable for damage to surfboards/kiteboards/wakeboards.
(21) Tennis equipment
tennis rackets and tennis balls will be accepted as checked baggage. Tennis equipment will be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and when in excess will be subject to the excess baggage charge.
(22) Windsurfing/kite surfing
(a) (Applicable between points in the USA/Canada and points in area 2/3.) windsurfing/ kite surfing equipment will be accepted as checked baggage, windsurfing/kite surfing equipment consisting of one windsurfing/kite surfing board and one mast, boom, and sail will not be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and will always be subject to three times the excess baggage charge for a single piece (see rule 116 (excess baggage charges)).
(b) (Applicable except between points in the USA/Canada and points in areas 2/3.) windsurfing/kite surfing equipment will be accepted as checked baggage. Windsurfing/ kite surfing equipment consisting of one windsurfing/kite surfing board, and one mast, one boom, and sail will not be included in determining the standard baggage allowance and will always be subject to a charge of USD 150.00/cad 150.00.
(c) AA is not liable for damage to windsurfing/kite surfing equipment.
(d) Windsurfing/kite surfing equipment will not be accepted for transportation during an excess baggage embargo period.

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DATE: 04/16/11 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0105AA

ACCEPTANCE OF PETS AND ANIMALS

GENERAL CONDITION OF ACCEPTANCE

Pets, limited to dogs and cats, when properly crated and accompanied by valid health and rabies vaccination certificate, entry permits and other documents required by countries of entry or transit will be accepted for carriage subject to the following requirements. Pets will be accepted as baggage only when accompanied by a passenger traveling on the same aircraft. AA reserves the right not to accept animals as checked baggage when extreme weather temperatures exist throughout AA's system in order to protect animal health and welfare.
EXCEPTION: This rule does not apply to the transportation of service animals or dogs trained for rescue/detection pursuant to Rule 107.

Advance arrangements must be made for cabin pets.

The animal must be harmless, inoffensive, odorless and require no attention during transit.

The animal must be confined in a cage or container subject to inspection and approval by the AA prior to acceptance.

The passenger must make all arrangements and assume full responsibility for complying with any applicable laws, customs and/or other governmental regulations, requirements or restrictions of the country, state or territory to which the animal is being transported.

No more than two animals will be accepted per fare-paying passenger as checked baggage.

Acceptance is subject to the availability of space at departure time.

PETS IN THE CABIN AA will carry domestic cats and dogs in the passenger compartment of the aircraft subject to conditions in paragraph (A) above, the additional conditions specified below, and the charges in paragraphs (C) and (D) below. Cabin animals are not permitted on flights to/from Hawaii.

Maximum number of animals and/or containers, Carriage of Animals, is limited to one container per passenger. Carriage of animals is limited to a maximum of five pet kennels in the coach compartment of the aircraft and two pet kennels in the first class compartment of the aircraft.
EXCEPTION 1: The ATR/AT7/EMJ equipment is limited to two containers.
EXCEPTION 2: The SF3 equipment is limited to one container.

The container must be stowed under the seat directly in front of the passenger and the animal must remain in the container while onboard the aircraft.

The container must not exceed 23 inches in length, 13 inches in width and 9 inches in height.

Pets in cabin will not be accepted for Transatlantic/Transpacific flights or flights to/from Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile or Uruguay..

CONTAINERS

The container must be leak proof.

The container must be ventilated on at least two sides and must permit the animal to stand in a normal manner. When transported in the cargo compartment the gross weight of the animal and container must not exceed 100 pounds.

CHARGES

(Applicable only between points in the U.S.A./Canada and points in the Caribbean Area/Mexico/Central America/South America) The pet and its container will not be included in determining the free baggage allowance and will always be subject to the following charges:

(a) Pets in cabin. For domestic cats and dogs USD 125.00/CAD 125.00 per carrier in which the animal is transported. (Pending government approval, USD 100.00/CAD 100.00 applies to/from Brazil)
(b) Pets as checked baggage. For domestic cats and dogs USD 175.00/CAD 175.00 per carrier in which the animal is transported. (Pending government approval, USD 100.00/CAD 100.00 applies to/from Brazil)

(Applicable between points in the U.S.A./Canada and Areas 2/3 via the Atlantic) The carriage of a pet and container will not be included in determining the free baggage allowance and will be assessed the applicable charge in Rule 116 (Baggage Regulations)(F)(9) for a single piece.

(Applicable between points in the U.S.A./Canada and points in Area 3 via the Pacific) The pet and container will not be included in determining the free baggage allowance and will be assessed the applicable charge in Rule 116 (Baggage Regulations)(F)(9) for a single piece.

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DATE: 05/18/07 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0107AA

SERVICE ANIMALS/DOGS TO DETECT EXPLOSIVES AND DRUGS/DOGS FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE

(Applicable to/from points outside the U.S.A.) Animals, as described below, will not be carried unless proper permits are obtained for entry into the country or territory of destination and countries or territories of transit where such permits are required and only if the evidence of possession of such permits is presented prior to reservations being made. If any country or territory on the route prohibits the entry of animals, carriage will be refused. It should be understood also that under certain operating conditions such as long nonstop flights or on certain types of aircraft it is impracticable to carry an animal in the passenger compartments and under such conditions carriage will be refused.

(Applicable to/from points outside the U.S.A.) AA will not be responsible in the event any such animal is refused entry into passage through any country or territory. The owner assumes all risk of injury to, sickness, or death of such animal.

AA accepts for transportation, without charge, a service animal accompanying a disabled passenger. The dog will be permitted to accompany such passenger into the cabin, but will not be permitted to occupy a seat.

AA accepts for transportation, a properly harnessed dog, trained in drug or explosive detection, when it is accompanied by its handler. The fee charged is the same as that of a cabin or checked pet. The dog will be permitted to accompany its handler into the cabin, but will not be permitted to occupy a seat.

AA accepts for transportation, a properly harnessed search and rescue dog trained to locate disaster victims. The fee charged is the same as that of a cabin or checked pet. The dog will be permitted to accompany such passenger into the cabin, but will not be permitted to occupy a seat.

AA will determine where passengers and dogs accepted under this rule will be seated, for the safety and comfort of other passengers.

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DATE: 07/23/10 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0110AA

CHECKED AND CARRY-ON BAGGAGE

Subject to the conditions of Rules 97, 100 and 105, passengers may check baggage for carriage in the cargo compartment of the aircraft and/or may carry baggage on board the aircraft subject to the provisions in paragraphs (A) and (B) below. The suitability of baggage, as to weight, size and character, to be carried in the passenger compartment of the aircraft will be determined by the carrier.

CHECKED BAGGAGE
AA will check baggage which is tendered by a passenger and which is acceptable under the terms of Rules 97, 100 and 105, upon presentation by a passenger of a valid ticket for transportation over the lines of AA, subject to the conditions specified below:

Baggage must be checked at the city or airport office designated by AA and in advance of flight departure time as prescribed by AA. Advance time limit for baggage check-in is 30 minutes prior to scheduled flight departure for all airports in the United States except the following airports:


Departure From	Cutoff time for Baggage Check-in
Anchorage, Alaska (ANC)	40 minutes
Atlanta, Georgia (ATL)	40 minutes
Chicago, Illinois (ORD)	40 minutes
Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas (DFW)	40 minutes
Denver, Colorado (DEN)	45 minutes
Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS)	45 minutes
Los Angeles, California (LAX)	45 minutes
Miami, Florida (MIA)	45 minutes
Newark, New Jersey (EWR)	40 minutes
New York, New York - Kennedy (JFK)	45 minutes
Orlando, Florida (MCO)	40 minutes
San Francisco, California (SFO)	40 minutes
San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU)	40 minutes
St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands (STX)	45 minutes
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (STT)	60 minutes
Tampa, Florida (TPA)	40 minutes
Washington Dulles, District of Columbia (IAD)	40 minutes

The passenger's name must appear on the baggage. AA will supply baggage identification labels free of charge.

Baggage will not be checked:

to a point that is not specified on the passenger's ticket.

beyond the passenger's next point of stopover or, if there is no stopover, beyond the destination designated on the ticket.

beyond a point at which the passenger wants to reclaim the baggage or any portion thereof.

beyond the point to which all applicable charges have been paid.

beyond a point at which the passenger is to transfer to a connecting flight, if that flight is scheduled to depart from an airport different from the one at which the passenger is scheduled to arrive.

Live animals will not be checked beyond a point of transfer to another carrier.

DELIVERY OF CHECKED BAGGAGE BY CARRIER (Applicable for transportation wholly between points within Area 1.)

Checked baggage will be delivered to the bearer of the baggage check upon payment of all unpaid sums due carrier under contract of carriage and upon return to carrier of the baggage (claim) tag(s) issued in connection with such baggage. AA is under no obligation to ascertain that the bearer of the baggage check and baggage (claim) tag is entitled to delivery of the baggage and carrier is not liable for any loss, damage or expense arising out of or in connection with such delivery of the baggage. Except as otherwise provided in subparagraph (3) below, delivery will be made at the destination shown in the baggage check.

If the provisions of subparagraph (1) above, are not complied with by a person claiming the baggage, AA will deliver the baggage only on condition that such person establishes to AA's satisfaction his rights thereto and if required by carrier, such person shall furnish adequate security to indemnify AA for any loss, damage or expense which may be incurred by AA as a result of such delivery.

At the request of the bearer of the baggage check and baggage (claim) tag(s), checked baggage will be delivered at the place of departure or an intermediate stopping place upon the same condition provided for in subparagraph (1) above, unless precluded by government regulations or unless time and circumstances do not permit. In delivering baggage at the place of departure or at any intermediate stopping place, carrier shall be under no obligation to refund any charges paid.

Acceptance of baggage by the bearer of the baggage check and baggage (claim) tag(s) without written complaint at the time of delivery is presumptive evidence that the baggage and contents have been delivered in good condition and in accordance with the contract of carriage.

CARRY-ON BAGGAGE

When baggage is carried on board the aircraft, it must be stored retained in the passenger's custody and safely secured in either the overhead bin or under the seat stowage area. A maximum of one carry-on bag is permitted in addition to one personal item. A personal item includes a purse, briefcase, laptop or small backpack. AA may place additional limits on carry-on baggage based on the stowage capacity of a specific aircraft. If government regulations are more restrictive, such restrictions shall apply. Carry-on baggage can include, but is not limited to: suitcases, small duffels or sports bags, shopping bags or camera bags. The dimensional measurement of the one carry-on bag shall not exceed 45 inches. The maximum weight of the carry-on bag is 40 pounds. Carry-on baggage that does not meet AA's size or limitation requirements will be checked. Additional items that may be carried-on above and beyond the restrictions listed above include:

Outer garments such as coats/wraps/hats.

Assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walker, crutches, canes, braces or other prosthetic devices on which a passenger is dependent.

Therapeutic oxygen provided by AA under AA's approved program.

Approved safety seat for a lap or ticketed child.

Diaper bag for lap or ticketed child.

Small bag of food intended for immediate consumption.

Book or newspaper.

Umbrella stroller for lap or ticketed child.

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DATE: 07/24/08 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0112AA

CABIN-SEAT BAGGAGE AND CHARGES

When a passenger requests that an item of baggage be carried in the cabin and it is determined by AA that the item is acceptable as cabin baggage but it is so fragile and/or bulky as to require the use of a seat(s), the provisions specified below will apply:

Cabin-seat baggage must be carried aboard the aircraft by the passenger and secured in a seat.

CHARGES

AA will charge 100 percent of the applicable adult fare, for the class of service used by the passenger for that portion of the trip on which the extra seat is used. The cabin-seat baggage will not be included in determining checked baggage allowance or excess baggage charges.

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DATE: 08/30/11 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0115AA

BAGGAGE REGULATIONS
(Applicable within Area 1)

1. MAXIMUM ALLOWANCE

1. When a fare paying passenger presents a valid ticket for transportation between points on AA's lines, AA will transport the passenger's baggage between such points subject to the conditions of acceptance in Rules 97, 100 and 105 and to the maximums named in this rule. The following shows the basic allowance (quantity, size and weight) of baggage, items of sporting equipment and/or oversize items that will be accepted as checked baggage or carry-on items. Also shown are the charges AA will assess for excess baggage and/or oversize/overweight items.
2. Articles carried free in addition to the stated maximum Checked Baggage Allowance
   In addition to the maximum allowance provided for in the following paragraphs, each fare paying passenger may carry, without charge, the following articles of baggage only when retained in the passenger's custody, except item (b),(c) and (d) which may also be checked.

1. Coats or wraps.
2. Assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walker, oxygen, crutches, canes, braces or other prosthetic devices on which the passenger is dependent.
3. Safety seat for a lap or ticketed child.
4. Stroller for lap or ticketed child.
5. Diaper bag for lap or ticketed child.
6. Bistro sized or smaller bag of food that is consumable.
7. Book or newspaper.

2. DEFINITIONS
   The following are definitions of terms as used in this rule.

1. The "third piece" may be one or more pieces of baggage. If more than one piece, the combined maximum outside linear dimensions for the third piece and the combined weight must not exceed the stated maximum weight for the third piece.

2. "Oversize" baggage is defined as a piece of baggage whose maximum outside linear dimensions exceed 62 in./153 cm. or whose weight exceeds 50 lbs./23 kgs.

3. The term "one item" (used to describe certain articles to be accepted as checked baggage) is defined in Rule 100 for each article to which it is applicable.

4. "Duffel Bag" is defined as a canvas cylindrically shaped bag, folded and fastened at one end.

5. "Sea Bag" is defined as a canvas cylindrically shaped bag, closed at one end by means of draw ropes.

6. "B-4 Bag" is defined as a suitcase type handbag made of canvas with leather and metal bindings and fittings and with expandable canvas compartments on the two sides of the bag.

6. "Box" is defined as a six sided container of any size, constructed of cardboard, wood, plastic or metal which is either square, rectangular or cylindrically shaped and is not normally used for the transportation of items associated with air travel.

7. "Garment Display Bag" is defined as a soft sided or rigid bag used for displaying garments upright and may have maximum outside linear dimensions that exceed 62 in./153 cm. but do not exceed 100 in./254 cm.

C. CHECKED BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE FOR MILITARY PASSENGERS

1. Active duty U.S. Military Personnel
The checked baggage allowance as noted below:


A. Active duty U.S. Military, traveling on orders
Five bags not to exceed 62 linear inches/50 lbs. per bag are allowed at no charge**
** A duffel bag, sea bag, B-4 bag or any other type of bag not to be exceed 126 linear inches/100 lbs. may be substituted for one free checked bag with no excess charges.

B. Active duty U.S. Military Personnel, personal travel:
Three bags not to exceed 62 linear inches/50 lbs. per bag are allowed at no charge.


C. Military ID and travel orders must be presented. Traveling in uniform is not required.

2. Active duty Military Dependents traveling on orders
The checked baggage allowance as noted below:

A. Two bags not to exceed 62 linear inches/50 lbs. per bag are allowed at no charge.

B. Military ID and travel orders must be presented.


(D) Free Checked Baggage Allowance for Infants and Children

(1) Lap infants traveling internationally without charge or paying less than 50 percent of an adult fare will be allowed one piece of checked baggage with maximum outside linear dimensions of 45in/115cm or 50lb/23kg plus one checked fully collapsible child’s stroller or push-chair and an Infant or Child restraint seat.
Note – If the lap infant’s baggage allowance is exceeded, the excess will become part of the adult’s baggage allowance and all restrictions and excess charges will apply.
(2) Infants/Children paying 50 percent or more of an adult fare will receive the same baggage allowances as the adult fare. 

(E) BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE - CARIBBEAN

(1) Checked Baggage

Collection of checked baggage charges apply at any point where bags are checked.
Customers who have purchased travel in First or Business Class are allowed 3 checked bags, not to exceed 62in./153 cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70 lbs./32 kgs. per bag at no charge. (Not applicable for tickets purchased on/after February 10, 2011)
Customers who have purchased travel in other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./153 cm total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag at no charge.
(Applicable for tickets purchased on/after February 10, 2011) For travel between the Caribbean and the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Panama, Central America and travel within the Caribbean)
Customers who have purchased travel in all other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./53cm. total linear dimensions of maximum weight of 50 lbs./23kgs. per bag. The 1st checked bag is free, the charge for the 2nd checked bag is USD30.00**/CAD30.00**.
Effective for tickets issued on/after February 8, 2012, the charge for the 2nd checked bag is USD 40.00**/CAD 40.00**
**The 2nd Checked Bag Barge does not apply to the following passengers:
AAdvantage Gold, AAdvantage Platinum and AAdvantage Executive Platinum members
oneworld Alliance Emerald, Sapphire or Ruby members
Any customer traveling on First or Business Class tickets
Any customer traveling on full-fare tickets in Economy Class (Y)
Any customer traveling on AA codeshare flights not operated by American Airlines, American Eagle or AmericanConnection
U.S. military personnel traveling on orders or personal travel
U.S. military dependents traveling on orders
First and Business Class MileSAAver Awards
First, Business and Economy Class AAnytime Awards
First and Business Class upgrades confirmed prior to check-in
Any customer flying on the same reservation as an AAdvantage Executive Platinum, AAdvantage Platinum or AAdvantage Gold member or oneworld Alliance Emerald, Sapphire or Ruby member, regardless of frequent flier status or fare type (not applicable to group bookings)
EXCEPTION 1: Between U.S.A./Canada and VC/DM/GD/HT/TT on American Eagle Service - maximum weight is 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag with the combined total of both bags not to exceed 70 lbs./32 kgs.
EXCEPTION 2: Between U.S.A./Canada and Bahamas on American Eagle - maximum weight is 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag with the combined total of both bags not to exceed 100 lbs./46 kgs.
EXCEPTION 3: Between U.S.A./Canada and intl. points in the Caribbean via SJU/STT/STX on American Eagle - maximum weight is 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag with the combined total of both bags not to exceed 100 lbs./46 kgs.

(2) Carry-on Baggage
One additional piece of baggage of which the sum of the greatest outside linear dimensions does not exceed 45 in./115 cm. except where actual underseat space facilities require a bag of lesser size.

(3) Additional Item
One of the following items allowed in lieu of one checked bag (maximum of two). If in excess, see Rule 100:
Archery
Backpack/Knapsack
Bowling
Camping
Fishing
Golfing
Hockey/Lacrosse
Oars
Shooting
Skateboards
Skiing/Snowboard
Tennis
Tent/Sleeping Bag
Boogie Board
Garment Display Bag
PPortable musical instrument (See Rule 100 for definition)

(4) Boxes
Boxes may be accepted in lieu of checked baggage allowances (maximum of two) provided they do not exceed size/weight of checked baggage allowances.
EXCEPTION 1: No boxes will be accepted as checked baggage to/from VC/DM/GD/TT on American Eagle Service.
EXCEPTION 2: Boxes will not be accepted to any destination in the Caribbean during an embargo period.
NOTE: The exceptions do not apply to bicycle, garment bags or musical instruments boxes.

(F) EXCESS/OVERSIZE/OVERWEIGHT BAGGAGE CHARGES - CARIBBEAN
Boxes will not be accepted as excess baggage. Subject to the provisions of this rule, the charge for excess/oversize/overweight baggage will be:

(1) A maximum of three excess bags will be accepted as excess baggage. See EMBARGO RESTRICTIONS.
EXCEPTION: No excess bags will be accepted to/from VC/DM/GD/TT on American Eagle Service.

(2) Baggage in excess of the standard allowance will be accepted upon payment of charges in the following manner:

a. Each piece of checked baggage within the weight and dimension allowances in E(1) above, will be charged USD 150.00/CAD 150.00 per piece.

b. Each piece of checked baggage which weighs over 50 lbs./23 kgs. and up to 70 lbs./32 kgs. will be charged USD 100.00/CAD 100.00 per piece.

c. Each piece of checked baggage within the standard allowances will be assessed a charge of USD 200.00/CAD 200.00 when:

i. The sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. or

ii. The weight exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

d. Each piece of checked baggage will be assessed a charge of USD 350.00/CAD 350.00 when:

i. The piece is in excess and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. or

ii. The piece is in excess and the weight exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg. or

iii. The piece is within the standard allowance and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. and the weight exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

e. Each piece of excess baggage will be assessed a charge of USD 550.00/CAD 550.00 when the piece is in excess and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. and the weights exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

(3) Embargo Restrictions
Boxes will not be accepted during any embargo period. Plastic tubs, coolers and containers are considered boxes. No excess baggage (extra piece) or bag over 70 lbs. and 62 linear inches will be accepted for travel between:
June 1 through the Tuesday after Labor Day each year or
the Saturday before Thanksgiving through the Tuesday after Three Kings each year
as follows:


American et service - directional embargo applies on flights to:	KIN/PAP/SDQ/STI/GND/SKB
American Eagle service - all flights to/from:	SJU, except AXA/EIS/STT/STX
	MIA, except MHH/FPO/NAS/GGT/TCB/GHB/ELH/LRM

NOTE: The above embargo periods do not apply to cameras, film, lighting and sound equipment in excess of those allowed above tendered by representatives of network or local television broadcasting companies, commercial film making companies, the U.S. Federal Government or Department of Defense, will be accepted for transportation upon payment of the excess baggage charges specified in this rule.

(G) BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE - MEXICO
Subject to the provisions of this rule, the standard baggage allowance will be as follows:

(1) Checked Baggage

Collection of checked baggage charges apply at any point where bags are checked.br />Customers who have purchased travel in First or Business Class are allowed 3 checked bags, not to exceed 62in./153 cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70 lbs./32 kgs. per bag at no charge. (Not applicable for tickets purchased on/after February 10, 2011)
Customers who have purchased travel in other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./153 cm total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag at no charge.
(Applicable for tickets purchased on/after February 10, 2011 for travel between the Caribbean and the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Panama, Central America and travel within the Caribbean)
Customers who have purchased travel in all other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./53cm. total linear dimensions of maximum weight of 50 lbs./23kgs. per bag. The 1st checked bag is free, the charge for the 2nd checked bag is USD30.00**/CAD30.00**. Effective for tickets issued on/after February 8, 2012, the charge for the 2nd checked bag is USD 40.00**/CAD 40.00**    
EXCEPTION 2:  Only 1 checked bag allowed to AGU/BJX during Embargo periods.                                           
**The 2nd Checked Bag Charge does not apply to the following passengers:
AAdvantage Gold, AAdvantage Platinum, and AAdvantage Executive Platinum
oneworld® Alliance Emerald, Sapphire, or Ruby
Any customer traveling on First or Business Class tickets
Any customer traveling on full-fare tickets in Economy Class (Y)
Any customer traveling on AA codeshare flights not operated by American Airlines, American Eagle, or AmericanConnection®
U.S. military personnel traveling on orders or personal travel
U.S. military dependents traveling on orders
First and Business Class MileSAAver® Awards
First, Business, and Economy Class AAnytime® Awards
First and Business Class upgrades confirmed prior to check-in
Any customer flying on the same reservation as an AAdvantage Executive Platinum, AAdvantage Platinum, AAdvantage Gold member, or onewworld® Alliance Emerald, Sapphire, or Ruby member regardless or frequent flier status or fare type (not applicable to group bookings)


(2) Carry-on Baggage
One additional piece of baggage of which the sum of the greatest outside linear dimensions does not exceed 45 in./115 cm. except where actual under-seat space facilities require a bag of lesser size.

(3) Additional Item
One of the following items allowed in lieu of one checked bag (maximum of two). If in excess, see Rule 100: br />Archery
Bowling
Camping
Fishing
Golfing
Hockey/Lacrosse
Oars
Shooting
Skiing
Snowboards
Tennis
Boogie Board
Sleeping bag or Bedroll
Rucksack
Knapsack
Backpack
Garment Display Bag
PPortable Musical Instrument (See Rule 100 for definition)

(4) Boxes
Boxes may be accepted in lieu of checked baggage allowances (maximum of two) provided they do not exceed size/weight of standard baggage allowances. br />EEXCEPTION:  Boxes will not be accepted to any destination in Mexico during an embargo period.
NOTE: The exceptions do not apply to bicycle, garment bags or musical instruments boxes.

(H) EXCESS/OVERSIZE/OVERWEIGHT BAGGAGE CHARGES - MEXICO
Boxes will not be accepted as excess baggage. Subject to the provisions of this rule, the charge for excess/oversize/overweight baggage will be:

(1) A maximum of three excess bags will be accepted as excess baggage. See EMBARGO RESTRICTIONS.

(2) Baggage in excess of the standard allowance will be accepted upon payment of charges in the following manner:

a. Each piece of checked baggage within the weight and dimension allowances in G(1) above, will be charged USD 150.00/CAD 150.00 per piece.

b. Each piece of checked baggage which weighs over 50 lbs./23 kgs. and up to 70 lbs./32 kgs. will be charged USD 100.00/CAD 100.00 per piece.

c. Each piece of checked baggage within the standard allowances will be assessed a charge of USD 200.00/CAD 200.00 when:

i. The sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320cm. or

ii. The weight exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs. but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

d. Each piece of checked baggage will be assessed a charge of USD 350.00/CAD 350.00 when:

i. The piece is in excess and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. or

ii. The piece is in excess and the weight exceeds 70 lbs./32 kgs. but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg. or

iii. The piece is within the standard allowance and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. and the weight exceeds the weight permitted but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

e. Each piece of excess baggage will be assessed a charge of USD 550.00/CAD 550.00 when the piece is in excess and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. and the weights exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

(3) Embargo Restrictions
Boxes will not be accepted during any embargo period. Plastic tubs, coolers and containers are considered boxes. No excess baggage (extra piece) or bag over 70 lbs. and 62 linear inches will be accepted for travel between:
June 1 through the Tuesday after Labor Day each year or
the Saturday before Thanksgiving through the Tuesday after Three Kings each year
as follows:


American jet service - directional embargo applies on flights to:/td>	GDL
American Eagle service - all flights to/from:	BJX, GDL


NNOTE: The above embargo periods do not apply to cameras, film, lighting and sound equipment in excess of those allowed above tendered by representatives of network or local television broadcasting companies, commercial film making companies, the U.S. Federal Government or Department of Defense, will be accepted for transportation upon payment of the excess baggage charges specified in this rule.

(I) BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE - CENTRAL/SOUTH AMERICA 

(1) Checked Baggage

Collection of checked baggage charges apply at any point where bags are checked.
Customers who have purchased travel in First or Business Class are allowed 3 checked bags, not to exceed 62in./153 cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70 lbs./32 kgs. per bag at no charge.(Applicable for tickets purchased on/after August 30,2011)
Customers who have purchased travel in all other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./53cm. total linear dimensions of maximum weight of 50 lbs./23kgs. per bag. The 1st checked bag is free, the charge for the 2nd checked bag is USD30.00**/CAD30.00**. Effective for tickets issued on/after February 8, 2012, the charge for the 2nd checked bag is USD 40.00**/CAD 40.00** to/from Central America; USD 70.00** / CAD 70.00** to/from South America.

Exception 1:  To/from Brazil: 2 checked bags not to exceed 62in./153cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70lbs./32kgs. per bag allowed for no charge.
Exception 2:  To/from Chile/Peru, 2 checked bags not to exceed 62in/153cm total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 50lbs/23kg per bag allowed for no charge.

**The 2nd Checked Bag Charge does not apply to the following passengers:
AAdvantage Gold, AAdvantage Platinum, and AAdvantage Executive Platinum
oneworld® Alliance Emerald, Sapphire, or Ruby
Any customer traveling on First or Business Class tickets
Any customer traveling on full-fare tickets in Economy Class (Y)
Any customer traveling on AA codeshare flights not operated by American Airlines, American Eagle, or AmericanConnection®
U.S. military personnel traveling on orders or personal travel
U.S. military dependents traveling on orders
First and Business Class MileSAAver® Awards
First, Business, and Economy Class AAnytime® Awards
First and Business Class upgrades confirmed prior to check-in
Any customer flying on the same reservation as an AAdvantage Executive Platinum, AAdvantage Platinum, AAdvantage Gold member, or oneworld® Alliance Emerald, Sapphire, or Ruby member regardless or frequent flier status or fare type (not applicable to group bookings)


(2) Carry-on Baggage
One additional piece of baggage of which the sum of the greatest outside linear dimensions does not exceed 45 in./115 cm. except where actual underseat space facilities require a bag of lesser size.

(3) Additional Item
One of the following items allowed free in lieu of one checked bag (maximum of two). If in excess, see Rule 100: Archery Bowling Camping Fishing Golfing Hockey/Lacrosse Oars Shooting Skateboard Skiing/Snowboard Tennis Boogie Board Tent/Sleeping bag or Bedroll Rucksack Knapsack Backpack Portable Musical Instrument (See Rule 100 for definition) Garment Display Bag

(4) Boxes
Boxes may be accepted in lieu of standard checked baggage allowances (maximum of two) provided they do not exceed size/weight of standard baggage allowances.
EXCEPTION:  Boxes will not be accepted to any destination in Central/South America during an embargo period.
NOTE: The exceptions do not apply to bicycle, garment bags or musical instruments boxes.


(J) EXCESS/OVERSIZE/OVERWEIGHT BAGGAGE CHARGES - CENTRAL/SOUTH AMERICA
Boxes will not be accepted as excess baggage. Subject to the provisions of this rule, the charge for excess/oversize/overweight baggage will be as follows:

(1) Applicable between the U.S.A./Canada and Central/South America - A maximum of three excess bags and no boxes will be accepted as excess baggage.
EXCEPTION 1: Between U.S.A./Canada and Venezuela

 Unlimited excess bags allowed. See EMBARGO RESTRICTIONS.
EXCEPTION 2: Between U.S.A./Canada and LPB/VVI/SSA/REC - excess pieces are not allowed at any time. See EMBARGO RESTRICTIONS.

(2) Baggage in excess of the standard allowance will be accepted upon payment of charges in the following manner:

a. Each piece of checked baggage within the weight and dimension allowances in I(1) above, will be charged USD 150.00/CAD 150.00 per piece.

b. Each piece of checked baggage which weighs over 50 lbs./23 kgs. and up to 70 lbs./32 kgs. will be charged USD 100.00/CAD 100.00 per piece.

c. Each piece of checked baggage within the standard allowance will be assessed a charge of USD 200.00/CAD 200.00 when:

i. The sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. or

ii. The weight exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs. but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

d. Each piece of checked baggage will be assessed a charge of USD 350.00/CAD 350.00 when:

i. The piece is in excess and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. or

ii. The piece is in excess and the weight exceeds 70 lbs./32 kgs. but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg. or

iii. The piece is within the standard allowance and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. and the weight exceeds the weight permitted but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

e. Each piece of excess baggage will be assessed a charge of USD 550.00/CAD 550.00 when the piece is in excess and the sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted for standard allowances but does not exceed 126 in./320 cm. and the weights exceeds 70 lbs/32 kgs but does not exceed 100 lb./45 kg.

(3) Embargo Restrictions
Boxes will not be accepted during any embargo period. Plastic tubs, coolers and containers are considered boxes. No excess baggage (extra piece) or bag over 70 lbs. and 62 linear inches will be accepted from travel between:
June 1 through the Tuesday after Labor Day each year or
the Saturday before Thanksgiving through the Tuesday after Three Kings each year
as follows:


American Jet service - directional embargo applies on flights to:

SAL, SAP, TGU, GUA, MGA, BSB, CLO, MAR, MDE, LPB, UIO, VVI, SSA

NOTE: The above embargo periods do not apply to cameras, film, lighting and sound equipment in excess of those allowed above tendered by representatives of network or local television broadcasting companies, commercial film making companies, the U.S. Federal Government or Department of Defense, will be accepted for transportation upon payment of the excess baggage charges specified in this rule. (For travel from Ecuador to the U.S.A./Canada) The following charges will apply when the items indicated are not included in the standard baggage allowance.

(K) COLLECTION OF EXCESS WEIGHT/OVERSIZE/ADDITIONAL PIECE CHARGES
At the passenger's option, excess weight, oversize and/or additional piece charges will be payable either at the point of origin for the entire journey to the final destination, or at the point of origin to the point of stopover, in which event, when carriage is resumed, charges will be payable from the point of stopover to the next point of stopover or destination. When on a journey for which a through excess baggage ticket has been issued there is an increase in the amount of excess baggage carried, AA will issue a separate excess baggage ticket for such increase and collect charges to destination or stopover point, as the case may be.

(L) EXCESS WEIGHT/OVERSIZE AND/OR ADDITIONS PIECE CHARGE ON REROUTINGS OR CANCELLATIONS
When a passenger is rerouted or his carriage cancelled, the provisions which govern with respect to the payment of additional fares or the refunding of fares shall likewise govern the payment or the refunding of excess charges. /p>

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DDATE: 08/30/11 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0116AA

BAGGAGE REGULATIONS br />(Applicable between points in Area 1 and Points in Area 2/3 only.)

CHECKED BAGGAGE

Nothing contained in this tariff shall entitle a passenger to have his baggage checked on a journey for which AA does not offer facilities for checking of baggage.

Upon delivery to AA of the baggage to be checked, AA will insert in the ticket the number of pieces and weight of the checked baggage (which act shall constitute the issuance of the baggage check); in addition AA will issue for identification purposes only, a baggage (claim) tag for each piece of baggage so delivered and covered by the baggage check. All checked baggage must be properly packed in suitcases or similar containers in order to ensure safe carriage with ordinary care in handling. Fragile or perishable articles, money, jewelry, silverware, negotiable papers, securities or other valuables will not be accepted as checked baggage.

Except as otherwise provided in this Rule, AA will, upon presentation by a fare-paying passenger of a valid ticket(s) covering transportation over the lines of AA, or over the lines of AA and one or more other participating Carriers, check personal property which is tendered by the passenger for transportation as baggage, when tendered at the city or airport office designated by AA, and within the times prescribed by AA, but no participating Carrier will check property so tendered:

Beyond the destination, or not on the routing, designated on such ticket(s);

Beyond a point of stopover;

Beyond a point of transfer or any other Carrier, if the passenger has declared a valuation in excess of the amounts specified in Rule 125 (EXCESS VALUE CHARGES FOR BAGGAGE) except between points where through interline service is provided without change of aircraft by two or more participating Carriers;

Beyond a point beyond which the passenger holds no reservation;

Beyond a point at which the passenger is to transfer to a connecting flight, and such flight is scheduled to depart from a different airport than that at which the passenger is scheduled to arrive at such point;

Beyond a point at which the passenger desires to resume possession of such property or any portion thereof; or

Beyond a point beyond which all applicable charges have not be paid.

MOVEMENT OF BAGGAGE
Checked baggage will be carried in the same aircraft as the passenger unless such carriage is deemed impracticable by AA, in which event AA will move the baggage on the next preceding or subsequent flight on which space is available.

INSPECTION BY CARRIER
AA has the right, but not the obligation, to verify in the presence of the passenger the contents of his baggage, and in the case of unaccompanied baggage, to open and examine such baggage whether or not the passenger is present. The existence or exercise of such right shall not be construed as an agreement, express or implied, by AA to carry such contents as would otherwise be precluded from carriage.

DANGEROUS, DAMAGEABLE OR UNSUITABLE BAGGAGE
Passenger must not include in his baggage articles which are likely to endanger the aircraft, persons, or property, which are likely to be damaged by air carriage or which are unsuitable packed, or the carriage of which is forbidden by any applicable laws, regulations or orders of any state to be flown from, into, or over. If the weight size or character of baggage renders it unsuitable for carriage on the aircraft, AA, prior to or at any stage of the journey, will refuse to carry the baggage. The following articles will be carried as baggage only with the prior consent of and arrangement with AA, in accordance with AA's regulations:

Firearms

(Not applicable to Government or Military personnel traveling on official business with proper documentation) Firearms will not be accepted as checked baggage to/from/via the United Kingdom.

Firearms will be accepted only when unloaded and suitably packed and when checked for carriage in the baggage or other compartment of the aircraft not accessible to the passenger.

At the time of check-in, firearm(s) will be surrendered and the passenger will be required to make a written or verbal declaration that the firearm(s) as surrendered is safe for transportation.

When firearms used for sport purposes are carried on the aircraft, entry permits shall be in the possession of the passenger for the country or countries of transit and destination.

Explosives munitions, corrosives and articles which are easily ignited.

Liquids

Live animals, (other than pets), service animals, dogs trained to detect explosives or drugs and dogs trained for search and rescue. (See Rule 116(E)(5))

Pets, including dogs and cats when properly crated in leak proof containers and accompanied by valid health and rabies vaccination certificates, entry permits and other documents required by countries of entry or transit will be accepted for carriage at the owner's risk, and subject to requirements of AA. AA may limit the number and type of pets; refuse to carry pets in any one aircraft either in the baggage or cargo compartments or in the passenger cabin; or refuse to carry pet(s) if it requires attention in transit.

Photoflash Bulbs, when appropriately marked and contained in the original package of the manufacturer.

Compressed Gases, (flammable, non-flammable and poisonous); Corrosives (such as acids and wet batteries); flammable liquids and solids (such as matches, lighter fuels, rubbing alcohol); Oxidizing materials; Poisons; Radioactive materials; and other restricted articles (such as mercury, magnetic materials, offensive or irritating material).

Bicycles, including one each single seat touring/racing bicycle or tandem seat touring/racing provided the handlebars are fixed sideways (90 degree angle) to the frame. (See Rule No. 116(F)(5)).

(E)  BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE


Subject to the provisions of this rule, the baggage allowance will be applied as follows at each point where baggage is checked:

(1)  Baggage Allowance for Passengers Other Than Children or Military

(a)  (Not applicable for tickets purchased on/after September 14, 2009, for transatlantic travel to/from the United States, including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with the exception of transatlantic travel on AA non-stop service between ORD-MOW) (Not applicable for tickets purchased on/after May 3, 2010 for transatlantic travel to/from Mexico) (Not applicable for tickets purchased on/after February 10, 2011 for transatlantic travel to/from the Caribbean, South and Central America)
The baggage allowance shall be as noted below:

1. Customers who have purchased travel in First or Business Class are allowed 3 checked bags, not to exceed 62in./153 cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70 lbs./32 kgs. per bag at no charge.
2. Customers who have purchased travel in other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./153 cm total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag at no charge.
3. A carry-on bag not to exceed maximum outside linear dimensions of 45 in./115 cm. is allowed at no charge.

(b)  Applicable for tickets purchased on/after August 30,2011 for transatlantic travel except to/from Mexico/Caribbean/South and Central America.
The baggage allowance shall be as noted below:

1. Customers who have purchased travel in First or Business Class are allowed 3 checked bags, not to exceed 62in./153 cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70 lbs./32 kgs. per bag at no charge.
2. Customers who have purchased travel in Premium Economy class are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed maximum outside linear dimensions of 62 in./153 cm. or maximum weight of 50lbs./ 23kgs per bag at no charge.
3. Customers who have purchased travel in other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./153 cm total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag . The 1st checked bag is free, the fee for the 2nd checked bag is USD60.00/CAD60.00**
4. A carry-on bag not to exceed maximum outside linear dimensions of 45 in./115 cm. is allowed at no charge.

(c)  Applicable for transatlantic travel to/from Mexico/Caribbean, South and Central America.
The checked baggage allowance shall be as noted below:

1. Customers who have purchased travel in First or Business Class are allowed 3 checked bags, not to exceed 62in./153 cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70 lbs./32 kgs. per bag at no charge.
2. Customers who have purchased travel in Premium Economy class are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed maximum outside linear dimensions of 62 in./153 cm. or maximum weight of 50lbs./ 23kgs per bag at no charge.
   Exception to/from Brazil: 2 checked bags not to exceed 62in./153cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70lbs./32kgs. per bag allowed for no charge.
3. Customers who have purchased travel in other classes of service are allowed 2 checked bags, not to exceed 62 in./153 cm total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 50 lbs./23 kgs. per bag The 1st checked bag is free, the fee for the 2nd checked bag is USD30.00. Effective for tickets issued on/after  February 8, 2012 the charge for the 2nd checked bag is USD 40.00**/CAD 40.00**; USD 60.00** / CAD 60.00** to/from South America.
   Exception 1:  To/from Brazil: 2 checked bags not to exceed 62in./153cm. total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 70lbs./32kgs. per bag allowed for no charge.
   Exception 2:  To/from Chile/Peru, 2 checked bags not to exceed 62in/153cm total linear dimensions or maximum weight of 50lbs/23kg per bag allowed for no charge.
4. A carry-on bag not to exceed maximum outside linear dimensions of 45 in./115 cm. is allowed at no charge.
   **The 2nd Checked Bag Charge does not apply to the following passengers:
   AAdvantage Gold, AAdvantage Platinum, and AAdvantage Executive Platinum
   oneworld® Alliance Emerald, Sapphire, or Ruby
   Any customer traveling on First or Business Class tickets
   Any customer traveling on full-fare tickets in Economy Class (Y)
   Any customer traveling on AA codeshare flights not operated by American Airlines, American Eagle, or AmericanConnection®
   U.S. military personnel traveling on orders or personal travel
   U.S. military dependents traveling on orders
   First and Business Class MileSAAver® Awards
   First, Business, and Economy Class AAnytime® Awards
   First and Business Class upgrades confirmed prior to check-in
   Any customer flying on the same reservation as an AAdvantage Executive Platinum, AAdvantage Platinum, AAdvantage Gold member, or oneworld® Alliance Emerald, Sapphire, or Ruby member regardless or frequent flier status or fare type (not applicable to group bookings)

When baggage is carried on board the aircraft, it must be retained in the passenger's custody and safely secured in either the overhead bin or under the seat stowage area. A maximum of one carry-on bag is permitted in addition to one personal item. A personal item includes a purse, briefcase, laptop or small backpack. AA may place additional limits on carry-on baggage based on the stowage capacity of a specific aircraft. Carry-on baggage can include, but is not limited to: suitcases, small duffels or sports bags, briefcases, shopping bags or camera bags. The dimensional measurement of each carry on piece shall not exceed maximum outside linear dimensions of 45 in./115 cm. Each carry-on bag must fit within the bag sizer, which indicates the item will fit under the seat in front of the passenger. Carry-on baggage that does not meet AA's size or limitation requirements will be checked. The following items are allowed and do not fall under the above restrictions:

Outer garments such as coats/wraps/hats.

Assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walker, crutches, canes, braces or other prosthetic devices on which a passenger is dependent.

Therapeutic oxygen provided by AA under its approved program.

Approved safety seat for a lap or ticketed child.

Diaper bag for lap or ticketed child.

Bistro sized or smaller bag of food intended for immediate consumption.

Book or newspaper.

Umbrella stroller for lap or ticketed child.

Other Special Pieces of Baggage

In lieu of pieces of baggage provided for in (a) and (b) above, any article listed below, regardless of the actual dimensions will be considered to be a piece of baggage whose outside linear dimensions are 53 inches (135 cms.), will be accepted.

(aa) one sleeping bag or bedroll;

(bb) one rucksack/knapsack/backpack;

(cc) one bicycle or one item of golfing, skiing equipment or Boogie Boards (See Rule 100);

One Garment Display Bag (soft sided or rigid bag used for displaying garments upright with maximum outside linear dimensions that exceed 62 in. but do not exceed 100 in.) will be accepted in lieu of the first piece.

(2) Free Checked Baggage Allowance for Infants and Children

(a) Lap infants traveling internationally without charge or paying less than 50 percent of an adult fare will be allowed one piece of checked baggage with maximum outside linear dimensions of 45in/115cm or 50lb/23kg plus one checked fully collapsible child’s stroller or push-chair and an Infant or Child restraint seat.
Note – If the lap infant’s baggage allowance is exceeded, the excess will become part of the adult’s baggage allowance and all restrictions and excess charges will apply.
(b) Infants/Children paying 50 percent or more of an adult fare will receive the same baggage allowances as the adult fare.  

Free Baggage Allowance for Military Passengers


Active duty U.S. Military Personnel
The checked baggage allowance as noted below:


Active duty U.S. Military, traveling on orders
Five bags not to exceed 62 linear inches/50 lbs. per bag are allowed at no charge**
** A duffel bag, sea bag, B-4 bag or any other type of bag not to be exceed 126 linear inches/100 lbs. may be substituted for one free checked bag with no excess charges.

Active duty U.S. Military Personnel, personal travel:
Three bags not to exceed 62 linear inches/50 lbs. per bag are allowed at no charge.


Military ID and travel orders must be presented. Traveling in uniform is not required.

Active duty Military Dependents traveling on orders
The checked baggage allowance as noted below:

Two bags not to exceed 62 linear inches/50 lbs. per bag are allowed at no charge.

Military ID and travel orders must be presented.

Combination of Free Baggage Allowances Where two or more passengers traveling as one party to a common destination or point of stopover by the same flight, present themselves and their baggage for traveling at the same time and place, they shall be permitted a total free baggage allowance equal to the combination of their individual free baggage allowance.

Service Animals Accompanying Disabled Passengers

Service animals accompany a disabled passenger will be carried free of charge in addition to the normal free baggage allowance. The animal will be permitted to accompany such passenger into the cabin but will not be permitted to occupy a seat. However, such animals will not be carried unless proper permits are obtained for entry into the country or territory of destination and countries or territories of transit where such permits are presented prior to reservations being made. If any country or territory on the route prohibits the entry of animals, carriage will be refused. Under certain operating conditions such as long non-stop flights or on certain types of aircraft it is impractical to carry an animal in the passenger compartments and under such conditions carriage will be refused. AA will not be responsible in the event any such animal is refused entry into or passage through any country or territory. The owner assumes all risk of injury to or sickness or death of such animal.

Working dogs trained for search and rescue or for detection of drugs/explosives will not be carried free of charge. See Rule 107 (SERVICE ANIMALS/DOGS TO DETECT EXPLOSIVES AND DRUGS/DOGS FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE) for acceptance and charges.

Free Baggage Allowance for Involuntarily Rerouted Passengers Involuntarily rerouted passengers will receive the free baggage allowance applicable to the class of service for which tickets were originally issued, regardless of whether such passengers are subsequently transferred to a different class of service.

EXCESS/OVERSIZE
Baggage in excess of that provided in Rule 116(A) through (E) will be accepted only upon payment of the charges listed below in the following manner:

Each piece of baggage weighing between 51-70 lbs will be subject to an overweight fee of USD 60.00/CAD 60.00/JPY 6000 per bag.

Each piece of baggage in excess of the number provided for above will be assessed the applicable charge listed in paragraph (9) and (10) below.
NOTE: Cameras, film, lighting and sound equipment in excess of those allowed above tendered by representative of network or local television broadcasting companies, the U.S. Federal Government of Department of Defense, will be accepted for transportation upon payment of the excess baggage charges specified in this rule.

Each piece of baggage whose sum of the three dimensions exceeds those permitted above but does not exceed 80 inches (203 cms.) will be assessed the applicable charge listed in paragraph (9) and (10) below.

Each piece of baggage both in excess of the number permitted above and whose dimensions exceed the dimensions permitted above but does not exceed 80 inches (203 cms.) will be assessed 200 percent of the applicable charge listed in paragraph (9) and (10) below.

Each piece of baggage whose sum of the three dimensions exceeds 80 inches (203 cms.) and/or whose weight exceeds 70 pounds (32 kgs.) will be assessed 300 percent of the applicable charge listed in paragraph (9) and (10). For checked bags to/from/via Europe, Asia (excluding China/Japan), or the Southwest Pacific, no piece of baggage will be accepted for transportation if it weighs more than 70 pounds. No piece of baggage will be accepted for transportation to/from China or Japan if it weighs more than 100 pounds.

Sporting equipment will be assessed the charges published in Rule 100. See Rule 100 for acceptance, charges, and definitions of sporting equipment items.

Accompanied pets in a container, subject to the conditions of acceptance stated in paragraph (D)(5) above will not be included in determining the free baggage allowance and will be assessed the applicable charge listed in paragraph (9) and (10) below.

Bulky Baggage retained in the passenger's custody other than articles listed in Paragraph (E)(4) above. See Rule 112 (CABIN-SEAT BAGGAGE AND CHARGES).

The charge for each piece of normal size excess baggage is in USD/CAD/JPY. Excess baggage charges published in these currencies will be converted to the country of payment at the current bank rate (BBR) as applicable Between Area 1 and Area 2/3, charge USD 150.00/CAD 150.00/JPY 15000.

DELIVERY OF CHECKED BAGGAGE BY CARRIER:

Checked baggage will be delivered to the bearer of the baggage check upon payment of all unpaid sums due AA under contract of carriage and upon return to AA of the baggage (claim)tag(s) issued in connection with such baggage. AA is under no obligation to ascertain that the bearer of the baggage check and baggage (claim) tag is entitled to delivery of the baggage and AA is not liable for any loss, damage or expense arising out of or in connection with such delivery of the baggage. Except as otherwise provided in sub-paragraph (3) herein, delivery will be made at the destination shown in the baggage check;

If the provisions of sub-paragraph (1) above, are not complied with by a person claiming the baggage, AA will deliver the baggage only on condition that such person establishes to AA's satisfaction his rights, thereto, and if required by AA, such person shall furnish adequate security to indemnify AA for any loss, damage or expense which may be incurred by AA as a result of such delivery;

At the request of the bearer of the baggage check and baggage (claim) tag(s), checked baggage will be delivered at the place of departure or an intermediate stopping place upon the same condition provided for in sub-paragraph (1) hereof, unless precluded by government regulations, or unless time and circumstances do not permit. In delivering baggage at the place of departure or at any intermediate stopping place, Carrier shall be under no obligation to refund any charges paid.

Acceptance of baggage by the bearer of the baggage check and baggage (claim) tag(s) without written complaint at the time of delivery is presumptive evidence that the baggage has been delivered in good condition and in accordance with the contract of carriage.

PAYMENT OF CHARGES
AA will not be obligated to carry baggage until the passenger has paid all applicable charges or has complied with credit arrangements established by AA.

OVERSIZE AND/OR ADDITIONAL PIECE AND VALUE CHARGES ON REROUTINGS OR CANCELLATIONS
When a passenger is rerouted or his carriage cancelled, the provisions which govern with respect to the payment of additional fares or the refunding of fares shall likewise govern the payment or the refunding of excess value charges. No refund of value charges will be made when a portion of the carriage has been completed.

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DATE: 08/03/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0125AA

EXCESS VALUE CHARGES FOR BAGGAGE

EXCESS VALUE CHARGES

A passenger may declare a value for baggage in excess of $20.00 (Canadian $20.00 or 250 French gold francs) or its equivalent per kilogram in the case of checked baggage and $400.00 (Canadian $400.00 or 5000 French gold francs) or its equivalent per passenger in the case of unchecked baggage or other property.

For purposes of transportation under the Montreal Convention, a passenger may, when checking in for a flight and presenting property for transportation, declare a value for baggage in excess of the maximum liability of 1,000 SDR's per passenger for all checked baggage.

When such declaration is made, a charge of such excess value will be assessed at the following rates:


1. Charge	Additional Amount of Liability (USD/CAD)
   $2.00 per	$100.00 or fraction thereof

   NOTE: A higher declared value may not be applied to money, jewelry, silverware, negotiable papers, securities, business documents, samples, paintings, antiques, artifacts, manuscripts, irreplaceable books or publications or other similar valuables.

VALUATION LIMIT OF BAGGAGE

No baggage or other property of any one passenger having a declared value in excess of the amounts shown below will be accepted for carriage, unless special arrangement therefore has been made in advance between the passenger and AA:


1. VALUATION LIMIT
   U.S. CURRENCY	CANADIAN CURRENCY
   $5,000	5,000




When personal property, including baggage, is tendered for transportation via two or more carriers with different maximum limits on declared value, the lowest limit for any such carrier shall apply to all carriers participating in such transportation.

When excess valuation exceeds USD 4,000.00 baggage may be checked online only.

COLLECTION OF EXCESS VALUE CHARGES Excess value charges will be payable at the point of origin for the entire journey to final destination; provided, that, if at a stopover en route, a passenger declares a higher excess value than that originally declared, additional value charges for the increased value from the stopover at which the higher excess value was declared to final destination will be payable.
EXCEPTION: Excess value charges will be payable only to the point to which the baggage is checked or to the point of transfer to another carrier if such point precedes the point to which baggage is checked.

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DATE: 08/03/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0126AA

ACCEPTANCE OF IN-BOND BAGGAGE

Subject to advance arrangements being made with the carrier, in-bond baggage will be subject to a USD 50.00/CAD 30.00 processing fee for each piece transported.

For the purpose of this rule, in-bond baggage will be defined as baggage transported into the U.S. from a point outside the country that:

Is placed in AA's custody by customs for:

Transport to the passenger's U.S. airport of destination or the nearest customs facility for customs inspection, or

Transport to the passenger's U.S. port of departure from a point outside the U.S., or

Export to a point outside the U.S. from the passenger's port of entry.

Must remain inaccessible to the passenger.

Must be delivered into customs' custody for clearance to the passenger.

Normal baggage/liability rules apply.

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4. DATE: 08/04/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT INQUIRY AA1-0135AA

   STOPOVERS

    (A) Stopovers will be permitted under the following conditions:
   (1) Stopovers must be arranged with AA in advance and specified on the ticket.
   (2) Stopovers will be permitted at any point which can be included in an itinerary constructed
   either by the use of a mileage routing or as specified in the published routing, unless such stopover is prohibited by the AA's tariff or government regulations.
   (3) For travel between Canada and the U.S./Puerto Rico/Virgin islands, a stopover, as used
   herein, will occur when a passenger arrives at an intermediate or junction transfer point
   on a flight and fails to depart from such intermediate or junction transfer point on:
   (a) The first flight on which space is available; or
   (b) The flight that will provide for the passenger’s earliest arrival at intermediate or junction transfer point(s) or destination point,
   via the carrier and class of service as shown on the passenger’s ticket. Provided, however
   that in no event will a stopover occur when the passenger departs from the intermediate
   or junction transfer point on a flight shown in the carrier’s official general schedules
   and/or service patterns as departing within four hours after his arrival at such point.
   (4) Stopover Provisions for Normal/Special Fares
   (Applicable to all fares for which stopovers other than at the point of turnaround are
   prohibited or restricted in number.) When travel at a through fare is interrupted by surface
   travel, either at intermediate points or at the point of turnaround, the points of
   disembarkation and reembarkation of the interrupted portion of travel will be considered
   together as one stopover or the one point of turnaround.
   (5) Only one stopover is permitted at any single point on the itinerary of a journey travelled
   at a one way or half a round trip fare. The origin and destination or point of turnaround, as
   the case may be, may not be included in such itinerary more than once, regardless as to
   whether or not a stopover is made at such point.
   
   (B) Except as otherwise provided, stopovers will be permitted free of charge at all intermediate
   points on routings applicable to fares between points in the U.S.A./Canada on the one hand and points outside the U.S.A./Canada on the other hand. 

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   DATE: 07/01/08 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0200AA

   CHILDREN AND INFANT FARES

    (A) ACCOMPANIED CHILDREN AND INFANTS
   Fares for accompanied infants and children will be charged according to the chart below,
   provided:
   (1) Infants under 2 years of age are accompanied by a passenger 16 years of age or over on the
   same flight and in the same compartment paying the applicable adult fare.
   NOTE: When travel includes both Domestic and International service and different infant fares apply, the fare need not be more than the sum of the applicable fares for the Domestic and International portions.
   (2) Only one infant is permitted to accompany each passenger paying the applicable adult fare in
   order to apply the charge in Column 2.
   (3) Children at least 2 years of age but under 12 years of age who are accompanied by a
   passenger 16 years of age or over on the same flight and in the same compartment paying the
   applicable adult fare.
   (4) When children's discounts are permitted on Round Trip published fares, the child must be
   accompanied on the same flight and in the same compartment for the entire trip by an adult fare paying passenger at least 16 years old.
   (5) (Applicable between the U.S.A./Canada and the Caribbean/Mexico/Central America/South
   America) A maximum of four children will be permitted to accompany each passenger paying
   the applicable adult fare in order to apply the charge in Column 3.
   (6) If the infant/child is not included in the same booking record as the accompanying adult, the
   booking records must be cross-referenced.

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When Travel Is:	Accompanied Infants Under 2 Years of Age Not Occupying a Seat Will Pay:	Accompanied Infants Under 2 Years of Age Occupying a Seat AND Accompanied Children 2 Years of age or Over, But Under 12 Will Pay:
Between points in Area 1 in First/ Business class	10 percent	100 percent
Between Area 1 and Area 2/3 in First/ Business class	10 percent	100 percent
Between CA and US/PR/VI	100 percent	100 percent
Originating US/CA to MX	10 percent	100 percent
Originating MX to the US/CA	USD 30.00	100 percent
Between points in Area 1	10 percent	100 percent
Between Area 1 and Area 2	10 percent	75 percent
Between Area 1 and Area 3	10 percent	75 percent

(B) UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN (See also Rule 25 (H))
(1) Unaccompanied children who have reached their 5th birthday but have not reached their
12th birthday on the date of commencement of their outward journey will be charged the
full applicable adult fare.
(2) Unaccompanied children ages 5, 6 or 7 will only be transported over the lines of AA non-
stop or through plane service.

(C) The age limits referred to in this rule shall be those in effect on the date of commencement
of carriage.

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DDATE: 08/04/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0205AA

FREE AND REDUCED RATE TRANSPORTATION FOR AGENTS /h4>

(This rule does not apply for travel between the U.S.A. and Mexico or other airline operated code share flights)

GENERAL AGENTS AND GENERAL SALES AGENTS

An IATA General Sales Agent, duly appointed by carrier and officials and employees (including members of their immediate families) of such general sales agency, will be allowed free or reduced rate transportation over the lines of carrier, provided:

the General Sales Agency represents such carrier;

the General Agent or official or employee of the General Sales Agency devotes all or substantially all of his/her time to the business of the carrier.

When transportation is for the purpose of the carrier's business, transportation may be issued free of charge by carrier for carriage over its own lines.

When transportation is for the purpose of vacation:

Transportation will be issued to the General Sales Agent or to general sales agency officials or employees (including members of their immediate families) by carrier and at the reduced fares listed below, when transportation is for the purpose of a personal vacation of the General Sales Agent or an official or employee of a general sales agency, but not to exceed one trip per calendar year.

Reduced fare transportation - at 50 percent of the published fare.
EXCEPTION: When such transportation is authorized on a space available basis, the charge by carrier will be l0 percent of the published fare.

The discounts stated above will also apply to the excess baggage weight charges.

In order to obtain the personal vacation transportation the following conditions will apply:

the appointment of the General Agency must have been in effect continuously for at least twelve months prior to the issuance of the free transportation; and

application must be made in writing by the General Agent or a senior official of the General Agency to the carrier that is to furnish the transportation, setting forth in detail all the information necessary to establish eligibility for such transportation. Approval of such transportation must be given by an authorized official of the carrier that is furnishing the free transportation.

Free or reduced transportation will be issued only to General Sales Agents or officials or employees whose place of business is located in a country other than the United States, Canada or Mexico.

PASSENGER SALES AGENTS LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES

General Application
Owners, officers, directors and employees of an authorized Passenger Sales Agency of the carrier, will be allowed transportation over the lines of each such carrier on the following basis:

Reduced fare transportation at 25 percent of the applicable fare: Normal free baggage allowance and excess baggage charges will apply;

Not more than two trips per calendar year per authorized agency office location;

The outward portion of travel must be commenced during the calendar year in which the ticket is issued and all travel must be completed within three (3) months from date of issuance;

Owners, officers, directors or employees of the Passenger's Sales Agency may pool the total number of tickets that carrier will grant pursuant to subparagraphs (a) and (b) above within each country.

Eligibility

Reduced fare transportation may be granted provided that the Agent has been on the IATA approved list of agents continuously for at least one year immediately prior to the issuance of the transportation.

The reduced fare transportation may be granted whether or not there is a Standard IATA Sales Agency Agreement between each carrier participating in the transportation and the Agent, provided that a Standard IATA Sales Agency Agreement exists between the carrier issuing the ticket and the Agent.

Application For Transportation
In order to obtain the foregoing transportation, application shall be made by a responsible official of the Passenger Sales Agency in writing to the carrier that is to issue the ticket. Such application shall include the point of origin, stopover points, point of destination, carrier and flight to be used on each portion of the transportation and dates of travel.

PASSENGER SALES AGENTS LOCATED IN THE UNITED STATES

Application
Owners, officers, directors and employees of an authorized Passenger Sales Agency of the carriers will be allowed transportation over the lines of such carriers on the following basis:

Reduced fare transportation of 25 percent of the applicable fare. Normal Free baggage allowance and excess baggage charges will apply;

Not more than two trips per calendar year for each qualified person at each approved location will be permitted provided that no carrier will honor more than two such reduced fare tickets per approved location per calendar year; provided further that the carrier may pool among the qualified personnel of the Agent the total number of tickets that the carrier is entitled to grant within the United States;

The outward portion of travel must be commenced during the calendar year in which the ticket is issued and all travel shall be completed within three months from the date of issuance of ticket;

Owners, officers, directors or employees of the Passenger Sales Agency may pool the total number of tickets that carrier(s) will grant pursuant to subparagraphs (a) and (b) above, within the United States.

Eligibility

Reduced fare transportation will be granted by the carrier(s) as indicated above provided the agent has been on the IATA approved list of agents continuously for at least one year immediately prior to the date of application for such reduced fare transportation and provided the passenger has been in the service of the agent continuously and without interruption for a period of not less than one year immediately prior to the date of application for such reduced fare transportation.
EXCEPTION: A person previously eligible for reduced rate transportation in the employ of another approved location or agent, may be granted such transportation after three months service with another approved location or agent provided the new employment is taken up immediately upon termination of the old.

The reduced fare transportation will be granted whether or not there is a Standard IATA Sales Agency Agreement between each carrier participating in the transportation and the agent; provided that a Standard IATA Sales Agency Agreement exists between the carrier issuing the ticket and the agent.

Application For Transportation

On or before December l of each year, Passenger Sales Agents desiring to establish eligibility for the foregoing transportation for the next calendar year shall submit the names of agency personnel eligible or to become eligible during the subsequent calendar year for reduced fare transportation to the Secretary, Traffic Conference l of the International Air Transport Association.

The Secretary of Traffic Conference l shall furnish each agent with one Educational Travel Development Trip Authorization for each permissible trip.

In order to obtain the foregoing transportation, application shall be made by a responsible official of the Passenger Sales Agency in writing to the carrier that is to issue the ticket. The application must be countersigned by the person(s) who will make the trip(s). Such application shall be accompanied by the trip authorization, referred to in paragraph (3)(b) above and must be received by the carrier at least l4 days prior to commencement of travel.

CARGO SALES AGENTS LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

Application
Sole proprietors, partners, officers, directors and employees of an authorized Cargo Sales Agency of the carrier will be allowed international transportation over the lines of each such carrier on the following basis:

Reduced fare transportation at 25 percent of the applicable fare.
NOTE: Not more than 2 trips per calendar year per authorized agency office location.

The outward portion of travel must commence during the calendar year in which the ticket is issued and all travel must be completed within three months from date of issuance.

Sole proprietors, partners, officers, directors and employees of the Cargo Sales Agency may pool the total number of tickets that carrier will grant pursuant to subparagraph (a) above within each country.

Eligibility

Reduced fare transportation will be granted provided that the agent has been on the IATA approved list of agents continuously for at least one year immediately prior to the date of application for such reduced fare transportation; provided that a period of not less than three months shall be the qualifying period if the agent was previously eligible for reduced fare transportation in the service of another IATA Cargo Agent immediately prior to his present employment and this is so certified in writing by the IATA Cargo Agent making the application.

The reduced fare transportation will be granted whether or not there is a Standard IATA Cargo Agency Agreement between each carrier participating in the transportation and the agent, provided that a Standard IATA Cargo Agency Agreement exists between the carrier issuing the ticket and the agent.

Application For Transportation
In order to obtain the foregoing transportation, application shall be made by an owner or officer of the Cargo Sales Agency in writing to the carrier that is to issue the ticket. Such application shall include the point of origin, stopover points, point of destination, carrier and flight to be used on each portion of the transportation and dates of travel.

Baggage
Normal free baggage allowance and excess baggage and value charges will apply.

CARGO SALES AGENTS LOCATED IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA

Application
Sole proprietors, partners, officers, directors and sales/traffic management employees of an authorized Cargo Sales Agency of the carriers will be allowed international reduced fare transportation at 25 percent of the applicable fare over the lines of such carriers on the following basis:

Not more than two trips per calendar year per authorized agency office location;

The outward portions of travel must commence during the calendar year in which the ticket is issued and all travel must be completed within three months from date of issuance;

Sole proprietors, partners, officers, directors and sales/traffic management employees of the Cargo Sales Agency may pool the total number of tickets that carrier(s) will grant pursuant to the above provisions, within each country.

Eligibility

Reduced fare transportation will be granted provided than the agent has been on the IATA approved list of agents continuously for at least one year immediately prior to the date of application for such reduced fare transportation; provided that a period of not less than three months shall be the qualifying period if the agent was previously eligible for reduced fare transportation in the service of another IATA Cargo Agent immediately prior to his present employment and this is so certified in writing by the IATA Cargo Agent making the application.

The reduced-fare transportation will be granted whether or not there is a standard IATA Cargo Agency Agreement between each carrier participating in the transportation and the agent, provided that a Standard IATA Cargo Agency Agreement exists between the carrier issuing the ticket and the agent.

Application for Transportation

The Secretary of Traffic Conference l shall furnish each Cargo Sales Agent with two Educational and Market Development Trip Authorizations for each approved location.

In order to obtain the foregoing transportation, application shall be made by an owner or officer of the Cargo Sales Agency in writing to the carrier that is to issue the ticket. Such application, together with an Educational and Market Development Trip Authorization, must be received by the carrier at least l4 days prior to commencement of travel.

Baggage
Normal free baggage allowance and excess baggage and value charges will apply.

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DATE: 08/04/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0210AA

FREE AND REDUCED FARE TRANSPORTATION FOR TOUR CONDUCTORS

(This rule does not apply for travel between the U.S.A. and Mexico or other airline operated code share flights)

GENERAL
Subject to the provisions and conditions of this rule an individual tour conductor will be carried at the appropriate fare reduction shown in (C) below from the applicable adult fare between the points and via the routing to be used by the tour conductor.

DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this rule:

Initial carrier means the carrier performing the initial transportation under the tour itinerary or the carrier selling and issuing the transportation on behalf of the carrier(s) participating in the tour itinerary. The initial carrier shall determine whether the group traveling hereunder qualifies in accordance with this rule and whether tour conductors' transportation at free or reduced fares may be issued in accordance herewith.

Travel agent means an agent duly appointed by the carrier to sell air passenger transportation over its lines.

Travel organizer means a person whom with the approval and consent of the carrier, organizes and arranges an advertised group tour for a group of passengers.

Advertised group tour means a tour involving a round trip or circle trip in whole or in part on the lines of one or more carriers which is advertised and described, including descriptive copy covering hotel accommodations and other facilities and attractions available at stopover points included in the tour, in literature circulated for the purpose of promoting the sale of the tour.

Tour conductor means an individual who is in charge of, guides the advertised group tour in person, and accompanies a group of passengers traveling together on an advertised group tour over all or a portion of their itinerary for the purpose of supervising the travel arrangements of and guiding the group.

Passenger means a passenger paying the adult fare or the equivalent of one adult fare, such as two half fares.

Free or reduced fare transportation means transportation issued to a tour conductor free or at the reduced fare according to this rule.

Round trip and circle trip shall include transportation partly by air and partly by surface means.

NUMBER OF BOOKED PASSENGERS REQUIRED FOR TOUR CONDUCTORS' TRANSPORTATION
Where the group of passengers on the advertised group tour, whose passage has been booked and fully paid for, consists of:

15 or more passengers--one free passage for a tour conductor will be issued for each l5 passengers in the group.

Not less than l0 nor more than l4 passengers--the fare for the tour conductor will be 50 percent of the applicable normal or special fare.

APPLICATION FOR AND ISSUANCE OF TRANSPORTATION

Written Application
Transportation will not be issued to tour conductors unless application is made in writing by the travel agent or the travel organizer to the initial carrier accompanied by a sample or facsimile of all matter advertising the tour. Such written application shall designate the name of the tour conductor. Written application must be directed to the office of the initial carrier that will arrange the transportation and must also include a description of the proposed itinerary of the group with all pertinent information describing the group if not fully set forth in the advertising matter submitted.

Travel as a Group
The passengers included in the tour must travel as an organized touring group and for that purpose the initial carrier must approve the itinerary of the various passengers forming the group and coordinate their transportation under the advertised group tour. All members of the group shall with respect to the air portion of the tour, commence transportation on the same airplane and shall, if round trip passengers, travel together to the point of turnaround, and if circle trip passengers, travel together to the first point of stopover, and if open jaw trip passengers, travel together over the outbound portion of the routing; provided that where lack of seating accommodation or where other operating conditions prevent passengers from commencing transportation on the flight scheduled, the carrier will transport some members of the group on its next preceding or succeeding flight on which space is available, or on such flight of another carrier.
EXCEPTION: Where passengers are transported over the lines of one or more carriers from more than one departure point within a country to an assembly point for the purpose of an advertised group tour, the passengers will be considered to be traveling together and the tour conductor will be accorded free or reduced fare transportation between his departure point and the assembly point, subject to the following conditions:

the tour conductor and all passengers travel together from the assembly point to the point of turnaround, if a round trip, or to the first point of stopover if a circle trip;

all such passengers and the tour conductor travel between the departure points and the assembly point within a period of seven days prior to the scheduled departure of the entire group from the assembly point;

at least one passenger of the group travels from the same departure point as the tour conductor to the assembly point on the services of the carrier transporting the tour conductor;

where the total number of passengers traveling between one or more departure points and the assembly point is l0 or more but less than l5 the tour conductor will receive a reduction of 50 percent of the applicable fare, and where the total number of passengers traveling between one or more departure points and the assembly point is l5 or more, one free transportation passage for a tour conductor will be issued for each l5 passengers; provided that:

if the tour conductor travels from a departure point to the assembly point on the services of the carrier transporting the group from the assembly point onwards, the qualifying number of passengers referred to above may travel from the departure points to the assembly point on the services of any carrier, subject to the provision of (c) above.

if the tour conductor travels from a departure point to the assembly point on the services of the carrier who does not transport the group from the assembly point onwards, the qualifying number of passengers referred to above shall travel from the departure points to the assembly point on the services of such carrier, subject to the provision of (c) above.

Issuance of Ticket
Upon determination that the application meets the requirements of this rule, the initial carrier will advise the agent or organizer that the tour conductor's transportation--either free or at the reduced fare, as the case may be--will be issued. In cases where two or more carriers may have arrangements between them for the issuance of tour conductors' transportation, the initial carrier will issue such transportation on all such carriers.

Authorization
In obtaining approval to accept free or reduced fare transportation of a tour conductor as provided herein, written approval must be given by an authorized official of the carrier(s) furnishing the transportation.

BAGGAGE, MEALS AND TRANSFERS
Free baggage allowance for a tour conductor will be the same as if he were traveling at the normal adult fare. The reduction for a tour conductor is applicable only to air transportation and will include meals, hotel accommodations, and ground transfers only where included in the normal air fare. In no case will the reduction apply to any other charges or services, such as charges for excess baggage.

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DATE: 06/16/10 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-300AA

DISABLED PASSENGER DISCOUNT FARES FROM ECUADOR TO AREA 1/2/3

APPLICATION

These fares apply for travel from point in Ecuador to Area 1/2/3.

These fares will not apply to codeshare flights

FARES
Passengers tickets at fares governed by this rule receive a 50 percent discount of of AA local fares

ELIGIBILITY

The provisions of this rule apply to passengers who are disabled.

Passengers must present a CONADIS ID card to qualify for this discount.

RESERVATIONS AND TICKETING

Tickets must be noted with a specific ticket designator HD50. The designator will be the appropriate fare basis code for the fares used followed by "CONADIS" suffix.

Passengers must adhere to all conditions/provisions of the appropriate governing rule of the fare on which they are traveling.

ROUTING
All travel must be via AA scheduled services.

DISCOUNTS NOT APPLICABLE
The discount will not apply to the following fares:

Agency/industry discounts

Joint fares and special status fares, e.g. children's, family plan, government, group, military, senior citizen, tour basing, visit U.S.A. type.

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DATE: 08/04/06 ATPCO RULES TEXT AA1-0550AA

PASSENGERS OCCUPYING TWO SEATS

Upon request and advance arrangement, a passenger will be permitted the exclusive use of two adjacent seats. The charge for the additional seat is 100 percent of the applicable adult fare including applicable discounts for the points between which the two seats will be used. A ticket will be issued for each seat.

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