American Airlines Opens First ‘Provisions by Admirals Club’ To-Go Concept in Charlotte

Updated: August 19, 2025, 5:50pm CDT

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AA Launches New Lounge Concept Called ‘Provisions by Admirals Club’
How To Access the Provisions by Admirals Club
Final Thoughts

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American Airlines has now opened a new grab-and-go lounge concept called “Provisions by Admirals Club” in Charlotte (CLT), open as of today, August 19, 2025.

This new lounge concept is very different from AA’s existing lounges. Here’s what you should know about this new space.

AA Launches New Lounge Concept Called ‘Provisions by Admirals Club’

This new grab-and-go lounge is offered in addition to the current Admirals Club lounges throughout the airport and is specifically designed for passengers who don’t have a lot of time before or between their flights. The first Provisions by Admirals Club location is now open American’s massive Charlotte (CLT) hub. It was originally announced by the airline on July 15.

Provisions by Admirals Club coffee area — Image Credit: American Airlines

A traditional Admirals Club is a larger space with more services, food, and seating, but the space isn’t exactly designed for customers who are in a rush. That’s because it takes time to find a seat, walk to the buffet, grab food and return — a cumbersome process if you’re limited on time.

The Provisions concept follows a similar grab-and-go offering that United Airlines has introduced in select airports.

The American Airlines version is located by Gate A1. It offers packaged sandwiches, salads, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. The airline is also providing vegetarian options.

Provisions by Admirals Club breakfast menu — Image Credit: American Airlines

How To Access the Provisions by Admirals Club

You’ll check in with an agent as you enter, as you normally would in an airline club. From here, you’ll be directed to the lounge space, which offers limited seating and focuses on a to-go style atmosphere for the food and beverage. There are agents on hand to offer assistance with reservations, which is one of the most prized amenities of any airline lounge — especially in the case of flight delays and cancellations.

One of the great things about this lounge concept is that you can take food and beverages with you to enjoy on your next flight. I often find myself scurrying between flights because of delays, with not even enough time to grab a burger. With this lounge, I can hurry in, grab a packaged sandwich and soda, and be on my way to my next gate within seconds.

For customers boarding long flights with limited onboard dining options, this to-go concept can provide some much needed refreshment for an onward journey.

To enter the new Provisions lounge concept, you’ll need to be an Admirals Club member, hold a Citi^®/AAdvantage^® Executive World Elite Mastercard^®, be on an eligible first- or business-class international itinerary, or be a Oneworld elite traveling on select itineraries.

Hot Tip:

You can enter both the Provisions lounge and Admirals Club, so you don’t need to choose between the 2 if you have enough time to access both.

Final Thoughts

This new concept is great for travelers who don’t have enough time to stop in a traditional lounge. With to-go style food and drink, Provisions by Admirals Club is the perfect spot to grab refreshments and be on your way quickly and efficiently to your next flight.

The first location is now open in Charlotte. We don’t have any details about additional openings at this time, but we can’t imagine American Airlines won’t offer more of these locations in the future.