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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...
- Lance Cothern, Credit KarmaThis card may be a good fit for people who fly American Airlines regularly and will be pretty satisfied by benefits like a free first checked bag, annual Wi-Fi credits and miles earned on spending. The sign-up bonus alone may make this an attractive card in the first year, but frequent fliers may ge...
- Jonathan Ping, My Money BlogThe Barclays AAdvantage Aviator Red Mastercard is a co-branded American Airlines credit card that offers a relatively simple and straightforward sign-up bonus and handy American Airlines perks like a free checked bag for you and up to 4 travel companions. The $99 companion certificate also has poten...
- John Csiszar, GOBankingRatesIf you’re a fan of American Airlines, you could do a lot worse than paying a $99 annual fee for the perks offered by the Barclays AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite Mastercard. But the card may also appeal to those looking for a 15-month 0% promo rate on a balance transfer. The Companion Certificate...
- Brett Holzhauer, FinanceBuzzThe lure of the AAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard® is that nearly anyone could utilize it to save money. Whether you are someone who only travels a few times per year or is routinely in the air, this card could help you offset the cost of airfare by using airline miles on your flights....
- Ariana Arghandewal, Business InsiderWith a generous, easy-to-earn welcome bonus and elite-like travel perks, the AAdvantage® Aviator® Red Mastercard® is well worth it for frequent or occasional American Airlines flyers. The annual fee of $99 is manageable, and other benefits like travel insurance and discounts can save you money.
Details
| Interest Rates | |
|---|---|
| Regular APR Interest Rate |
21.24% ‐ 29.99% (Variable) This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. |
| Balance Transfer Interest Rate |
21.24% ‐ 29.99% (Variable) (0% for the first 15 months)
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| Cash Advance Interest Rate |
29.99% (Variable) This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. |
| Rates & Fees | |
| Annual Fee | $99.00 |
| Balance Transfer Fee |
5% Minimum of $5 |
| Cash Advance Fee |
5% Minimum of $10 |
| Foreign Transaction Fee | $0.00 |
| Over Limit Fee | $0.00 |
| Late Payment Fee |
$40.00 Maximum |
| Promotions | |
| Sign up bonus |
Earn 50,000 bonus miles after making your first purchase and paying the $99 annual fee in full, both within the first 90 days. |
| 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 |
Each anniversary year; earn a Companion Certificate good for 1 guest at $99 (plus taxes and fees) if you spend $20,000 on purchases and your account remains open for 45 days after your anniversary date. |
| Features & Benefits | |
| Additional Card Holders | Yes |
| Travel Accident Insurance | Yes |
| Car Rental Insurance | Yes |
| Car Rental Discount | No |
| Extended Warranty | No |
| Purchase Protection | No |
| Zero Liability | Yes |
| No Foreign Transaction Fees | Yes |
| Emergency Assistance | No |
| Concierge Service | No |
| Price Protection | No |
| Fraud Protection | Yes |
| Free Credit Scores | No |
| Wireless Payments | Apple Pay, Google Pay |
| Virtual Cards | No |
| Additional Benefits |
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| Eligibility | |
| Minimum Security Deposit | $0 |
| Minimum Age | 18 |
| Minimum Personal Income | |
| Temporary Residents | No |
| More | |
| Additional comments | - |
| Terms & Conditions | Official Terms & Conditions |
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