AAdvantage systemwide upgrades

Systemwide upgrades are valid from most Economy Class or Business Class fares to the next class of service for travel worldwide on
American Airlines, American Eagle or AmericanConnection flights**. These upgrades are particularly valuable because they allow you to upgrade at the time of booking, if seats are available. You can use them for yourself or you can give them to anyone you choose.

AAdvantage Executive Platinum members receive eight free one-way systemwide upgrades upon qualification or re-qualification for your elite status level. These upgrades entitle you (or any passenger you designate) to confirmed upgrades to the next class of service at the time of booking when flying on most Business Class and Economy Class fares.

As an american airlines AAdvantage Platinum member, you have upgrade priority at the gate over
AAdvantage gold members) for any flights on which you are a confirmed passenger. Priority within your elite-status level will be determined based on the fare purchased and the date and time your upgrade was initially requested.
Request your upgrade when you book your trip. Simply call your AAdvantage Executive Platinum Service Desk and a representative will be happy to assist you. We will confirm your request immediately if seats are available.
american airlines recently expanded the types of fares that can be used with systemwide upgrades, including booking class in 'O' and 'Q'. In addition, you can also upgrade to international first class from discounted Business Class fares booked in 'I'.

Check your systemwide upgrade balance online at AA.com. Simply log in, go to "My Account" and select the "View My Upgrades" tab. Here, you'll find helpful information regarding the number of systemwide upgrades currently available for use, the date they were deposited and their associated expiration date. You will also be able to view the number of upgrades used or associated with future trips. In order to provide you with the most up-to-date details, your summary information will be updated on a daily basis. The date in the upper right-hand corner of the Systemwide Upgrade Summary section will show you the last date/time updates were made. Should you have any questions about your balance or usage details, contact the AAdvantage Desk at 1-800-882-8880 or your Elite Service Desk.

AAdvantage mileage will accrue for the class of service on which your fare is based when you are ticketed, not for the class of service flown.