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I have purchased a ticket online AAdvantage member Paul A.

I have purchased a ticket online AAdvantage member Paul A. Hutchison. My driver lic. # shows my name as Paul Alva Hutchison
and in the body of the itinerary shows just Paul Hutchison
Will I be questioned at check in because all the names are just
a little different
Thanks
Paul asked this question 9 months ago
  • Dude

    I have been employed with United Airlines, American, and Delta for last 30 years, currently with Independent...

    This support expert is helping you out because there weren't many active American Airlines experts.

    Paul, this fine, the current Security levels in the United States are not at a top level, the TSA, will not deny you acess to the secured area of the airport to board your flight

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    • Dude

      Thank you Paul, for your positive feedback, glad to help, pass the word!
  • SmartCar1

    I work for American Airlines as a reservations Agent Since 2000. Our children are grown & gone. I work in...

    Hello Paul! American Airlines only requires your first and last name. However, as you know, the TSA requires a middle name and Date of birth. American puts that in a different part of the reservation for them to see. Domestically, you only need to have what is on your Gov. issued ID, which is usually your Driver' License, State issued ID, etc. You can call the AAdvantage Desk at 1-800-882-8880 to confirm that your reservation is correctly documented.