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AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard®

AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® review

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Annual Fee
$95.00
Interest Rate: Purchases
21.24% ‐ 30.24% (Variable)
Interest Rate: Purchases
21.24% ‐ 30.24% (Variable)
Balance Transfer
21.24% ‐ 30.24% (Variable)
Balance Transfer
21.24% ‐ 30.24% (Variable)
Rewards
1 - 2 Miles
Rewards
1 - 2 Miles
Signup Bonus
60000 miles (after spending $5,000)
Signup Bonus
60000 miles (after spending $5,000)


7.7/10
Informr score
The AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® currently has an Informr score of 7.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 11 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

Am I eligible?


AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® is typically available to those with good credit scores (650 or greater).
To get this card, you must also:
Yes Be a permanent or temporary resident of USA

Note: This information is only intended as a guide. The final decision is up to the bank and your application could still be rejected even if you can answer 'Yes' to all the minimum criteria above. Always consider your options and your financial situation before you apply for a credit card.

What the Critics Are Saying...


The Points Guy
The Points Guy

Whether this is the first AA card you’re considering or a necessary pivot after exhausting all your options with Citi, the AAdvantage Aviator World Elite Business Mastercard offers a very compelling value proposition. With an elevated welcome bonus, low minimum spend threshold and some small but sol...

- Ethan Steinberg, The Points Guy
FinanceBuzz
FinanceBuzz

The AAdvantage Aviator World Elite Business Mastercard is a solid card if you fly American Airlines exclusively or at least several times a year. The card’s value increases if you spend at least $30,000 annually, or roughly $2,500 per month, and take advantage of additional perks such as elite statu...

- Kevin Payne, FinanceBuzz
Fit Small Business
Fit Small Business

The AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard®, a foreign transaction fee-free card, is best for business owners who fly with American Airlines and its partner airlines regularly. It allows you to earn rewards that can be used for free flights, and with AAdvantage® Status, using the card...

- Tricia Tetreault, Fit Small Business
Business Insider
Business Insider

The AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® is one of the most rewarding American Airlines credit cards for small-business owners thanks to its large welcome bonus offer, 5% bonus on all miles earned annually, and the potential to earn a companion certificate each year.

- Joseph Hostetler, Business Insider
The Ascent
The Ascent

If you regularly find yourself on domestic American Airlines flights during the course of running your business, the AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® is worth a look. Checking a bag on at least four flights a year can make up for the annual fee, and the preferred boarding perk c...

- Brittney Myers, The Ascent

Details


Interest Rates
Regular APR Interest Rate 21.24% ‐ 30.24% (Variable)

This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

Balance Transfer Interest Rate 21.24% ‐ 30.24% (Variable)

This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

Cash Advance Interest Rate 30.49% (Variable)

This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

Rates & Fees
Annual Fee $95.00
Balance Transfer Fee 3%

Minimum of $5

Cash Advance Fee 3%

Minimum of $10

Foreign Transaction Fee $0.00
Over Limit Fee $0.00
Late Payment Fee $39.00

Maximum

Promotions
Sign up bonus 60000 miles after spending $5,000
  • On purchases within the first 90 days
  • Plus, earn 15,000 bonus miles after spending a total of $15,000 on purchases in the first 12 months.
Rewards
All Purchases 1 mile for $1 spent
Restaurants No
Gas No
Groceries No
Hotels No
Travel 2 miles for $1 spent

On eligible American Airlines purchases.

Pharmacy No
Bills No
Additional Details
  • 2 miles for $1 spent at eligible office supply, telecom and car rental merchants
  • 5% mileage bonus earned every year after your account anniversary date based on the total number of miles earned using your card
  • Earn an annual companion certificate after you spend $30,000 or more since your last anniversary - good for one guest to travel with you for $99 ( taxes and fees)
  • Earn $3,000 Elite Qualifying Dollars after spending $25,000 on purchases each calendar year
Features & Benefits
Additional Card Holders Yes
Travel Accident Insurance No
Car Rental Insurance No
Car Rental Discount No
Extended Warranty No
Purchase Protection No
Zero Liability No
No Foreign Transaction Fees Yes
Emergency Assistance No
Concierge Service No
Price Protection No
Fraud Protection No
Free Credit Scores No
Wireless Payments Apple Pay, Google Pay
Virtual Cards No
Additional Benefits
  • First checked bag free for you and up to 4 companions on eligible bags when traveling on domestic itineraries operated by American Airlines.
  • Preferred boarding for you and up to 4 companions on your reservation when traveling on itineraries operated by American Airlines
  • 25% inflight savings on food and beverages when you use your card on American Airlines operated flights.
Eligibility
Minimum Security Deposit $0
Minimum Age 18
Minimum Personal Income
Temporary Residents No
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