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The American Airlines AAdvantage frequent flyer program was launched by the United States carrier on May 1st, 1981. It was the second loyalty program to be launched by an airline worldwide, and today it is the oldest still in existence.

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Participating Airlines:
American Airlines
Region:
North America
Countries:
United States
Established Date:
May 1, 1981
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