Prologue:

Welcome to the return segment of my MIA trip. I could have easily taken a MIA-SFO nonstop but as an avgeek I knew that segment was not considered a premium transcon leg and I wanted to make the most of my experience and fly on a route that had all the "bells and whistles".

The 77W on the MIA-LAX was the obvious choice. Besides being a widebody airplane this was one of the few domestic flights that will feature elements of an international premium cabin like amenity kits, printed menus and bedding.

I returned my rental car with plenty of time and looked forward to this trip eagerly.

The TSA Pre-Check line was pretty quick and soon I headed to the Admirals Club. Normally I would be entitled to use the Flagship Lounge but since they are all closed I had to be content with using what is available.

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I received a friendly welcome by the agent and proceeded to take the elevator to the 2nd floor.

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Reception on the 2nd floor.

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Children's playroom which was closed.

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Bar.

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Buffet tables were located on either side of the bar.

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Kudos to the Admirals Club for serving more than packaged snacks and making an effort to offer soup (requested from the bar).

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View of the terminal from inside the lounge.

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========== American Airlines Admirals Club Gate D30 ==========



Staff Service: 10/10
Entertainment: 7/10
Business Center: /10
Food: 7/10
Lounge Design: /10
Spa and Bathroom: /10
Wifi: /10

Summary:

AA delivered a decent product and flying a widebody on a domestic route is always a treat.

The Admirals Club was fine under the circumstances and I appreciate that they try to offer what they used to serve pre-Covid19. I feel that those pax who had access to the Flagship lounge and that now are stuck with the Admirals Club should be offered a voucher or compensation to get free food at the bar to compensate for the inferior experience.

The onboard product was good with a friendly and efficient crew. Catering is as good as can be with a good variety of choices and a well executed dish. My only complaint is that the dessert was too small and AA should serve something a bit more elaborate. The display of snacks in the galley was a nice touch.

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