AAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard®
MastercardIssued by Barclays
Earn 2X AAdvantage miles on American Airlines purchases and 1X miles on all other purchases.
ANNUAL FEE
$99.00
PURCHASE APR
20.24% – 29.99%
Rate based on creditworthiness and prime rate.
SIGN-UP BONUS
-
No welcome bonus is currently available for new cardholders.
TOP MILES
2X miles
Earn 2 AAdvantage® miles for every $1 spent on eligible American Airlines purchases.
Key Benefits
- First checked bag free for the primary cardmember and up to 4 companions on domestic American Airlines itineraries
- Preferred boarding for the primary cardmember and up to 4 companions on American Airlines flights
- Earn an Anniversary Companion Certificate good for 1 guest at $99 (plus taxes and fees) after spending $20,000 on purchases in a year
- Up to $25 back as statement credits annually for inflight Wi-Fi purchases on American Airlines
- 25% in-flight savings on food and beverages on American Airlines operated flights
- Earn Loyalty Points toward American Airlines AAdvantage elite status
Important Limitations
- New applicants (applications are closed)
- General flexible travel rewards outside the American Airlines ecosystem
Rewards Structure
| Purchase Category | Rate | Annual Limits | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines Purchases | 2X miles | Unlimited (no annual cap) | • American Airlines |
| All | 1X miles | Unlimited (no annual cap) | Earn 1 AAdvantage® mile for every $1 spent on all other purchases. |
Fees & APR
ANNUAL FEE
$99.00
REGULAR PURCHASE APR
20.24% – 29.99%
CASH ADVANCE APR
29.99% – 29.99%
FOREIGN TRANSACTION FEE
0%
LATE PAYMENT FEE
$40
BALANCE TRANSFER FEE
$5 OR 5%
CASH ADVANCE FEE
$10 OR 5%
Card Protection & Benefits
First Checked Bag Free
- ✓Primary cardmember and up to 4 companions traveling on the same reservation get their first checked bag free on domestic American Airlines itineraries.
- ✓Must travel on a domestic American Airlines operated flight
- ✓Account must be open 7 days prior to air travel
- ✓Overweight or oversized bags
- ✓International flights
Anniversary Companion Certificate
- ✓Earn a companion certificate good for 1 guest at $99 (plus taxes and fees) each anniversary year if you spend $20,000 on purchases.
- ✓Must spend $20,000 on purchases in a cardmember anniversary year
- ✓Account must remain open for 45 days after the anniversary date
- ✓Valid only for domestic economy fare flights
Security Features
- ✓Zero Fraud Liability – Protection against unauthorized charges made with your card or account information.
Best Use Cases
IDEAL FOR
- Existing cardholders looking to maintain AAdvantage perks until the Citi transition
- Frequent American Airlines flyers seeking free checked bags and priority boarding
- Travelers who utilized the $99 Companion Certificate benefit
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR
- New applicants (applications are closed)
- General flexible travel rewards outside the American Airlines ecosystem
Maximize Your Rewards Strategy
Earn More Miles
- 2X miles on American Airlines Purchases
- 1X miles on All
- Set up autopay to avoid late fees
- Review partner programs for bonus opportunities
Ongoing: Optimize Categories
- Prioritize highest-rate qualifying expenses first
- Monitor any annual spending thresholds
- Redeem miles at minimum thresholds
- Set up autopay to avoid late fees
- Review new offers each year
Customer Support:
866-928-8598
Last updated: Mar 11, 2026
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