Chip Lupo, Credit Card Writer
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Yes, American Airlines does offer a secured credit card, the American Airlines Federal Credit Union Visa® Platinum Secured Credit Card. However, it is only available through the American Airlines Credit Union, which is open to American Airlines employees, both active and retired, and their family members. Those who work in the air transportation industry and their families can also apply for this card. Unfortunately, there is no co-branded American Airlines secured credit card available to the general public at the moment.
Things to Know About the American Airlines Federal Credit Union Visa® Platinum Secured Credit Card
- The American Airlines Federal Credit Union Visa® Platinum Secured Credit Card is designed for credit union members looking to rebuild or establish credit.
- The card requires a refundable security deposit of at least $250. The amount of the deposit will determine the account’s credit limit.
- This is the only American Airlines secured card, and it’s not available to the general public.
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