In a newsletter I’ve just received from American Airlines, they’re offering a “Fly Now, Pay Later” deal. Basically, this is another way to get you to sign up for their credit card, everybody tries to do that. They offer you an option to purchase tickets on their website using your aa.com credit card. If you are a card holder you can still take advantage of this feature, however if you do not own AA credit card, the only way for you to buy tickets and pay for them later is by signing up for the AA credit card.

By taking advantage of this feature you are able to purchase your tickets on aa.com and pay them off within 6 month without any interest. You have to be a US resident in order to apply. This deal is not forever and can be discontinued at any time, according to the quote from their signup page.

Q: How long will this deferred payment option be valid for my ticket purchases at AA.com?
A: The deferred payment option is currently available for all tickets purchased at AA.com using your American Airlines Credit Card, and is subject to change or withdrawal without notice. See complete details below.*

This offer does not let you any extra miles, only your regular mileage on your flight status. More information is available at their sign up page about how to apply and what kind of benefits will be available with a new credit card.