American Airlines Launches New Credit Card—With These Travel Perks
Summary
American Airlines has introduced a new credit card called the Citi/AAdvantage Globe Mastercard, in partnership with Citi and Mastercard. This card offers travel benefits like lounge access, preferred boarding, and a free checked bag, targeting travelers who fly more often than occasional vacationers but less than frequent flyers. The card costs $350 per year and aims to boost American Airlines' competitiveness amid economic challenges.Key Facts
- American Airlines is offering a new credit card with travel perks through Citi and Mastercard.
- The card is named Citi/AAdvantage Globe Mastercard and has an annual fee of $350.
- It includes benefits like a free checked bag, lounge access, and preferred boarding.
- Cardholders can receive $120 credit every four years for Global Entry or TSA Precheck applications.
- The card is positioned between American's lower-cost and higher-cost card options.
- Launch comes as fewer Americans plan to travel for holidays amid economic concerns.
- American Airlines had a net loss of $473 million in the first quarter of 2025.
- The company believes the card will help retain customers in a competitive airline market.
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