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The American Airlines Aviator Red Card’s travel insurance works if you use your card to pay for the entire cost of your common carrier fare. It offers the following benefits for the primary cardholder and its immediate family members:
- Travel accident insurance
- Baggage delay insurance
- Trip cancellation/interruption insurance
Certain restrictions, exclusions, and limitations do apply, though. To find out more or to file a claim, call (866) 928-3075, or refer to your Guide to Benefits.
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