Ok I am a fan of American Airlines. What are your choices out there for airlines? They are the best of the worst in my opinion. Also, call it ego and the need to have status; I like status. I finally made platinum this year and there are so many platinum's not it's not a big deal. I like to board early to put my carryon items away and I like to be able to show and go stand by for an earlier flight without a charge...
When you book, choose choice essential as if you need to change your flight times there will not be an extra charge or if you want to select your seat in advance you will not be charged.
The new aircraft A319 that they have started flying are awesome. These planes are clean, have more cabin room and your own personal entertainment center although they do charge you for the premium channels.
Ok so blah, blah, blah complain all you want and yes we do have bad experiences from time to time but if I can have an uneventful flight and travel experience then I am good to go. Keep on flying.