BASIC ECONOMY Overview on American Airlines (How it Works) ORD-RDU E175

[@thepostfk]

Exactly what I was looking for.

[@Gumball-em6xm]

I’m going on American Airlines tomorrow I’m so excited to go on a plane again!

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Congratulations, I'm happy for you (and a little jealous)! Enjoy your trip @Gumball 4870 :)

[@timberrr1126]

LUGGAGE TIPS 1, 2, 3 Tie two or three colored ribbons of different lengths around the handle to your luggage to warn others that this is not their luggage. People grab luggage at the turnstile and take it home before you ever see it. Anywhere you put your bag, it could be grabbed in error. Example: overhead compartment, unloaded from the bus, at the hotel lobby, at the turnstile... Use 1” wide ribbons 14” long. Cut the ends at 45 degrees then seal the end with one drop of Super Glue to prevent fraying. If each ribbon is slightly a different length by 1/2” or so, they will all show up no matter how they drape. Tie the 3 ribbons as a sandwich, as if they were one ribbon. Use a man’s tie, a half Windsor knot for the best look. After it is tied on, the total length of the ribbons will be about 5 inches from the handle. It is too short to catch on anything. You can see this ribbon from 40 feet away. Perhaps tie TWO handles or RINGS top and side of the case. This way, it won’t slide around. This knot does not loosen. Put your phone number on one ribbon using a permanent Sharpie. Example: “Owner 454-333-7878” Choose one ribbon with an unusual pattern or fabric to really make it unique. Stand by the output hole port of the turnstile to reduce the chance of someone else grabbing the piece. Tie your skiies, duffel bag, and what ever with matching ribbons-even your computer case. If you are a Travel Agent, you could hot gold stamp one ribbon with your name and phone number. Send them a set of ribbons, red and blue and BLACK to your customer as a gift. Record this gift in your database so you don’t duplicate yourself. Buy a gold hot embossing machine. Gold emboss your business name on the BLACK ribbon. Put the customer’s name on it if possible. Pleasant color combinations: Red and blue Chartreuse and purple Orange and light blue Orange and yellow Gray and pink Green and yellow Red and Green Red and Gold Light blue and light green The third ribbon could be white, gray, black, tan Tip #2 Take a cell phone picture of the ribbon tied on. Then another picture of the full luggage piece. You now have a way to communicate “what it looks like”. Tip #3 Place a strip of colored duct tape on the inside lining to your case. Put your name and phone number on this tape. If all identity is stripped from your case, you have this to show. If someone steals it and rips off identity tags, you can show the police officer the inside tape.

[@matthewbartsh9167]

Thanks. Do you have a website or book with more tips like these?

[@coziii.1829]

Or buy luggage covers of different designs Or duct tape of colors Zip ties

[@Paul5520]

Flew this Dublin Ireland to Philadelphia absolutely happy with the basic ticket for the 7 hour flight. Lots of food & drinks great staff. Couldn’t do enough for you. Definitely fly with them again

[@ryanbarr4726]

I found this video helpful. Especially the parts where one could see trees.

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidtrevino9412]

Please be vary careful buying basic economy tickets, as they are not refundable, you will loose your money if you cancel it, and you are not able to make any changes to your flight, like different time or dates. You are 100% take it or leave it when you purchase your flight. It's a great ticket if you are looking to save money but you MUST take that in consideration.

[@jaylingellineau3692]

Are you sure because I am seeing that they reimburse u once canceled 24hrs in advance.

[@heroknaderi]

Very cool thanks I noticed for seat selection it was 48 hours before departure on basic economy now it’s 7 days before I like that better

[@DannyPhilipsen]

This video was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you for this :)

[@airfreak75]

Unless you book the top tier coach fares which can be as high as first class you will pay baggage fees. Looks like the main thing you would give up with basic economy would be seat selection. This is legacy US carrier standard

[@schumi246]

I flew basic economy on United, from DEN-LHR. international is a little different, on United domestic, you don’t get a full size carry on or seat selection, but since with international standard, you get a free checked bag, basic gets you a full size carryon, which was all I needed. I did pay for seat selection, though. After everything, the round trip price was $488, standard economy was 620, I call that a win.

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Wow! That sounds like a great deal! Last time I flew on United internationally was in regular economy. I would have flown basic, but with my group's circumstances it was better to book everyone's tickets in regular economy. But still, your trip was one heck of a deal!

[@schumi246]

Andrew's Aviation exactly, for some people it’s great, but not for others. I’m always on orbitz, searching deals to various places, and then when I find one, I’ll book directly through the airlines website, to save the fee. My next trip is to climb Kilimanjaro, whenever I can get there, found a ticket for under 1000 round trip, standard economy on jet blue to jfk, and Qatar the rest of the way through Doha. I need standard for that trip, because I’ll have checked luggage for trekking equipment. It’s just a matter of what you need.

[@andrewsaviation7792]

That trip sounds freaking awesome! I'm super jealous now lol. I actually search for trips the same way but on Kayak and Expedia but always book on airline official websites. Hope you enjoy your trip when it comes up, cause from the airlines you chose, it'll be such a nice experience!

[@schumi246]

Andrew's Aviation I was going to make a video of it when I go, what editing software do,you use??

[@andrewsaviation7792]

That would be cool. I use iMovie for editing, and all the software/equipment I use is listed in the descriptions of my videos :)

[@carlijn001]

Just what I needed. Thx andrew

[@coziii.1829]

I just buy first class all the time Bigger seats and leg room And international flights go down to a bed . You get free 2 checked bags at 70 pounds 2 carry bags A personal bag Drinks and food Yes it cost more But add up all that if not in first class You pay more . Most people don’t see that

[@Chansiri65]

I love American Airlines.

[@jamiecloud1897]

You're about the only one.......

[@myhodgepodgeheart9298]

Haven't flown,since 1996

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Wow, that's a long time! There's a few noticeable changes to the experience you should see for yourself if you want to compare by flying again sometime.

[@danielonn2002]

Happy wee little ways to you cause you flew in Basic Economy

[@andrewsaviation7792]

What can I say? I like to save some coin! lol

[@RashadKhanAviation2023]

Awesome! I hope your flight was great! :)

[@stoehrcov]

Andrew is a cool guy

[@Razorcrew_Cole]

Is there always enough room for everyone's carry-on even if you're boarding last? Good video thanks

[@weatherboi32]

sign up for AAdvantage, you get to go in group 6 and its free to sign up

[@Blackswanmtz]

thank you i have been looking for this video

[@deannacoleman1818]

AC super useful thanks for the upload

[@kriksizanderson5471]

What if I have one check in bag? Then I pay 30$ at check in. It still would be a good deal. If Economy costs 400$ and basic economy costs 350$, you book basic economy (350$) and check in a bag for 30$ you would still be saving 20$.

[@zacrell9461]

So you can’t have a carry on on basic economy?

[@sammieenyc]

I’m going with my 1 year old! Any tips? I wanna take my stroller and carseat

[@andrewsaviation7792]

First, I'm assuming that you paid for a seat for the one year old. If it's a lap child, you can't use a car seat. So I recommend double checking with American Airlines on their policy with infants, carseats, and strollers. www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/special-assistance/traveling-children.jsp Here's my summary of it: According to American's "traveling with children" website page: customers are allowed to take one stroller and one carseat free of charge. Any stroller over 20lbs must be checked at the ticket counter and all others must be gate checked. Also, make sure that your carseat is FAA approved, cause if it's not, you risk facing complications with TSA/the AA crew.

[@kytaylor3010]

first time flying on basic economy american airlines, so for bags im actually trying to pack 6 weeks worth of stuff how can i do that so i can bring a duffle bag like a med size or large size and put it in the overhead or a suitcase and bring a small duffle bag and put it under my seat????? really confused and need help and if i wanna pay 30$ for a large suitcase i can right???

[@andrewsaviation7792]

@Ky Taylor, American's official carry-on baggage allowance is 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22 x 14 x 9 in) for the overhead bin and anything the size of a school backpack will be allowed under the seat. If you wanna get really technical, take some measuring tape and measure your bags. They don't have to be exact, but make sure they're only a couple centimeters off if they go over so they still fit in the overhead bin. If you get on the aircraft and find out your bag is too big or there's not enough space, it should be gate checked to your final destination for free. Now for your large suitcase, you can absolutely pay the $30 fee! You can do so online (recommended) or at the airport (price will rise). Like I mentioned in the vid, basic economy is just a deconstructed economy ticket. If you don't want to pay for extra things liked checked baggage or seat assignment, you don't have to. If you want those things, nothing is stopping you from adding them on. Hope that helps and enjoy your trip! :)

[@kytaylor3010]

@@andrewsaviation7792 so basically like a med size suitcase on the overhead bin and a small duffle bag uncer the seat and if i need a large suitcase pay 30$ ughh it sucks when ur broke and trying to find cheap luggage to move away

[@andrewsaviation7792]

@@kytaylor3010 Yup! That just about sums it up. And yeah, flying broke isn't as nice (relatable).

[@kasko909]

If I had a backpack full of clothes would they charge me to take that on board ?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

If you can make it fit under your seat, then no. It you're talking about a GIANT backpack then yes.

[@MultiJean19]

Basic economy don’t allow one carryon suitcase and personal item bag?

[@shilohhosanna]

Wonderful 🎉

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Many thx! :3

[@anonymous_0603]

how mnay baga can you bring, if ur using american airlines and then going international?

[@varunvhm5628]

Regarding baggage, if I have three checked in baggage weighing 23 kg each. How much extra USD I will have to pay

[@andrewsaviation7792]

If your flight is domestic, then it will cost $30USD for the first bag, $40USD for the second bag, and $150USD for the third bag. Doing quick maths, the total comes to $220USD. This is of course assuming that you have no loyalty status with American and that you're the only one traveling. If you have other travelers with you, pricing may vary upon the number of (adult) people in your group. If your flight is international, then it really depends on the country you're traveling to/from. If you have American's credit card and have loyalty status with them, then you're allowed at least one free bag with each additional bag following the same pricing scale: ($30, $40, $150, etc). For any additional information and clarification, here's American's website page about baggage policies and fees: www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/baggage/checked-baggage-policy.jsp Hope that helps!

[@coastx6140]

I’m interested in flying basic economy from DTW to AUA. (Linking through Philadelphia). Will I receive a better seat if I check in earlier?

[@benemerson3768]

THE AMOUNT OF TIMES I HAVE FLOWN THIS ROUTE ON THIS PLANE MAKES ME SICK. Great vid tho

[@andrewsaviation7792]

I can see how enough times on a small aircraft like the E170 can take a toll on a traveler XD. Another option could be the same flight on the A320 or 737 (which they had pre pandemic).

[@benemerson3768]

@@andrewsaviation7792 Yeah I always prefer the times I am on the 737 or A320

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Especially when they're equipped with seatback entertainment (or at least used to be :/)

[@benemerson3768]

@@andrewsaviation7792 exactly

[@supman7674]

Do you put the seat under you or in under the seat infront of you? Thanks man love your channel!!!

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Both, the same seat must be in two places at the same time defying the laws of physics. It must be under you to support the passenger's weight while still being in front of you to support the tray table. Neither Albert Einstein or Stephen Hawking could explain it. :) THX for the support!

[@niyalashay7559]

can i bring a personal item AND a carry on? i would like to bring 2 bookbags onto the plane and i want to know if i’m allowed to

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Absolutely! As long as there's overhead bin space left (which isn't always garunteed but usually there is) and one of your bags fits under the seat, you'll be just fine :)

[@garycomehome-hi9bz]

0:43 when you’re at that screen, if you are going round trip somewhere w 2 people w American does it print out all 4 tickets or does it just print out the 2 for that day?

[@RoyalRoses]

Hi! I am confused. I paid an extra 40$ to pick my seat before i even actually bought the tickets. I'm so worried, those are still my seat right?? It says it on my receipt from priceline and now I'm worried. Please respond!

[@RoyalRoses]

Also great video, nice sweet and to the point! Its my first time ever flying in August and im actually terrified and so stressed about everything. Do you have an insta i can message you on if you might be able to answer some other questions? Thank you!

[@RoyalRoses]

Im 23 and have missed several opportunities because my fear but this is for my brothers wedding and im a bridesmaid so i literally have to go. I don't want to freak out from stess and my anxiety mixing and back out at the last second and ruin everything 😓

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Hello! I'm assuming you bought your tickets and seat(s) at the same time. If that's the case, Priceline should have given you a specific confirmation number that you can plug into American's official website along with your name. You can check all your flight details including seat selection there. If you see that you have your desired seat on American's site then you're all set. If you're not confident in the flight (and seat) information that Priceline is presenting you AND you can not confirm it on American's official site, call American Airlines as soon as you can to officially confirm. It's a hit or miss, but they might refer you to Priceline's customer service. Either way, one of them will be able to assist and it'll be a very short conversation. If you purchased your seats before purchasing the ticket but then fully bought the tickets under the same trip confirmation number, then you should be all set. Still, I would call American or Priceline just to be sure. Let me know if you have any more questions or need me to elaborate further! :3

[@andrewsaviation7792]

My instagram is @avgeek_747 and is in the description of all my videos. Feel free to ask me any questions!

[@brettbarbour9184]

Is a carry on bag free?

[@denisheunjackson]

Yes

[@nawajkhan496]

Nice

[@denisheunjackson]

So is wifi free??

[@KiaPiaaa]

No it's $10

[@theroadtosunrise]

Can we just all agree that Embraer aircrafts has often terrible window options

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Yeah, it seems to be either a hit or miss depending on the airline's layout.

[@theroadtosunrise]

Andrew's Aviation I have only flown Austrian Airlines and Widerøe on the Embraer and the situation is always the same😰

[@andrewsaviation7792]

I know what you mean. I flew United Airlines on a E175 to New York and I had a wall next to me instead of a window lol.

[@garycomehome-hi9bz]

Also, what’s the difference between a boarding pass and a ticket? Are they pretty much the same? How do you obtain both ??

[@ryanb2368]

Same thing

[@rswtraveler]

Did you get to pick which seat you wanted from the remaining available when you checked in, or was it randomly selected?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

It's randomly selected when you check in, but when you get to the airport, your allowed to change to an available seat that's within your section for an extra cost. (Like you can't go from economy to first)

[@thelifeofnicx]

How tall are you? wanted to know to gauge the leg room lol

[@Horns2014]

Question...do I have to check in online 24 hours before flight? Or can I just show up 2 hours before my flight and get my bags checked and boarding pass?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Check in starts at 24 hrs before. Either choice is acceptable, but I would advise doing both.

[@morgancounts4783]

if i have a layover flight let’s say DTW to FLL do i have to go through FLL TSA?

[@mstahgi8365]

You won't have to go through TSA again as long as you don't leave the gate area. I had a layover at FLL and I left to get food (wasn't anything open at the time at the airport) and I had to go through TSA again all because I left.

[@zaierdar2723]

hey i have a flight like this tomorrow, are there plugs on the seats for charging and stuff and are the snacks free?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

@ツZaier, it depends on the aircraft for whether you'll have plugs on the seats and snacks are absolutely free!

[@zaierdar2723]

Andrew's Aviation well i saw this when i landed, every seat had plugs, wifi, food all free thank you for informing me

[@makennabannwarth6769]

did you have the option to pay to change your seats? and could you pay to change them 24 hours before your flight? i know you get your boarding passes 24 hours in advance to your flight, but let’s say you’re traveling with family and all your seats on your boarding passes were spilt up and you wanted to see if you could be seated together. so, are you able to pay to pick your seats 24 hours or later before your flight? thanks.

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Absolutely! Once you check in, you'll be assigned seats, and after the check-in process is complete, go BACK to your booking and see where your group is sitting. It's likely that the algorithm will put you all close together. If you're all not together, you are still able to change different people's seats to anywhere you want for a fee as long as they are still available. I'd recommend checking in the second the clock shows 24 hours prior to the flight, but don't worry, it's not a fight for boarding line-up like Southwest! :) Also, you can change seats when you print boarding passes at the airport as well!

[@makennabannwarth6769]

Andrew's Aviation thank you so much for your help!

[@cindy3371]

Hey, just piggy backing off of your question. I keep reading that we can do the "pay for seats" option 48 hours in advance. So is it actually 24 not 48?

[@technic_angel]

Can you move to another seat if available?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

@Sean, yes. When you check in, the system will automatically assign you a seat. You'll be able to see which seat that is and change it for a fee if you wish. Unfortunately, change = money, so it's a loss no matter if you move (doesn't matter where). Also, you can change it at the airport for a fee if there's still other available seats. Technically, the only FREE place you can do it is on the aircraft after boarding if there's no one sitting in your desired seat. Hope that helps!

[@jarrettwilliams6519]

Was the flight on time?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Yes it was!

[@stephenmurphy2212]

So it’s basically the American equivalent to Ryanair?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

In an extremely generalized sense, yes.

[@Vampire_elise]

He said Raleigh wrong

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Tbh, I actually tried with my low-quality-scratchy-midwestern-voice, but yes, I noticeably failed lol :)

[@Stephie2007]

AC

[@aylinsalvarez9746]

were your carry on bags free or did you have to pay?

[@andrewsaviation7792]

You get one carry-on bag and one personal item for free on American. Hope that helps!

[@aylinsalvarez9746]

Andrew's Aviation yes it did thank you so much!

[@andrewsaviation7792]

@@aylinsalvarez9746 Also, one last note: since you'll board last, you'll also be the last group to have access to overhead bin space, and you might have to gate check your bag (for free).

[@aylinsalvarez9746]

@@andrewsaviation7792Aviation okay hate to be annoying but stress a lot, so did a lot of people around you in basic economy have to do that? Or were most basic economy people okay with putting their carry on on the overhead? I'm just stressed out it's my first time flying with them.

[@andrewsaviation7792]

@@aylinsalvarez9746 No problem, I love answering questions! So it really depends on your aircraft type and how full it is, but most of the time all the bags will fit overhead. For the best chance at keeping your bag with you, try and be at the front of your boarding group so you'll have more room to fit your bag in the bin once on the aircraft. You'll also love American Airlines. They're a great US carrier and there's a reason they've been around for so many years!

[@jacash44]

If you care about you and your bags

[@nawajkhan496]

Before i don t fly American airlines

[@lunaloynaz-lopez2318]

Ac

[@davidburns6033]

They can clean all they want. It will do no good. Air planes are flying Petri dishes! Let one person sneeze and everyone is inhaling snot bubbles.

[@timberrr1126]

LUGGAGE TIPS 1, 2, 3 Tie two or three colored ribbons of different lengths around the handle to your luggage to warn others that this is not their luggage. People grab luggage at the turnstile and take it home before you ever see it. Anywhere you put your bag, it could be grabbed in error. Example: overhead compartment, unloaded from the bus, at the hotel lobby, at the turnstile... Use 1” wide ribbons 14” long. Cut the ends at 45 degrees then seal the end with one drop of Super Glue to prevent fraying. If each ribbon is slightly a different length by 1/2” or so, they will all show up no matter how they drape. Tie the 3 ribbons as a sandwich, as if they were one ribbon. Use a man’s tie, a half Windsor knot for the best look. After it is tied on, the total length of the ribbons will be about 5 inches from the handle. It is too short to catch on anything. You can see this ribbon from 40 feet away. Perhaps tie TWO handles or RINGS top and side of the case. This way, it won’t slide around. This knot does not loosen. Put your phone number on one ribbon using a permanent Sharpie. Example: “Owner 454-333-7878” Choose one ribbon with an unusual pattern or fabric to really make it unique. Stand by the output hole port of the turnstile to reduce the chance of someone else grabbing the piece. Tie your skiies, duffel bag, and what ever with matching ribbons-even your computer case. If you are a Travel Agent, you could hot gold stamp one ribbon with your name and phone number. Send them a set of ribbons, red and blue and BLACK to your customer as a gift. Record this gift in your database so you don’t duplicate yourself. Buy a gold hot embossing machine. Gold emboss your business name on the BLACK ribbon. Put the customer’s name on it if possible. Pleasant color combinations: Red and blue Chartreuse and purple Orange and light blue Orange and yellow Gray and pink Green and yellow Red and Green Red and Gold Light blue and light green The third ribbon could be white, gray, black, tan Tip #2 Take a cell phone picture of the ribbon tied on. Then another picture of the full luggage piece. You now have a way to communicate “what it looks like”. Tip #3 Place a strip of colored duct tape on the inside lining to your case. Put your name and phone number on this tape. If all identity is stripped from your case, you have this to show. If someone steals it and rips off identity tags, you can show the police officer the inside tape.

[@laineystennis8632]

AC

[@andrewsaviation7792]

Thanks :)