What are the guidelines for traveling on American while pregnant?
A medical certificate is required if travel is within 4 weeks of the delivery date in a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy For domestic flights under 5 hours, travel is not permitted within 7 days before and after the delivery date. If you should need to travel within 7 days before or after delivery, a medical certificate is required as well as clearance from our Special Assistance Coordinator. For International travel or any flights over the water, travel is not advised within 30 days of the due date, unless the passenger is examined by an obstetrician within 48 hours of outbound departure and certified in writing as medically stable for flight. Travel within 10 days of the due date for International travel must have clearance from our Special Assistance Coordinators. Travel within 7 days after delivery requires clearance as well. For more information, please contact a Special Assistance Coordinator through AA Reservations at 800-433-7300.
