Comprehensive Benefits Our comprehensive benefits support the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. One of the most popular new benefits in 2021 was a medical option that provides team members with health reimbursement credits, to use now and in the future, when they get an annual preventive exam. Each year they’re enrolled in the plan, team members can receive $500 for health care expenses to use today and $1,000 for health care expenses in retirement. We also brought in SurgeryPlus, a complimentary concierge service that aligns team members needing surgery with the most qualified and experienced surgeons, coordinates scheduling from consults through follow-up and consolidates almost all — if not all — services into a single bill. The following pages list some of the other core benefits our team members enjoy: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage. We’re committed to providing coverage that’s both affordable and flexible to meet the needs of a diverse workforce and their families. All our medical options include prescription drug coverage, and team members can participate in one or more pretax health spending account options. Our team members who live in Dallas-Fort Worth have access to an additional option, DFW ConnectedCare. This unique medical plan with lower monthly premiums and reduced co-pays is possible through a direct relationship with the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance. Finally, team members with high blood pressure, diabetes and asthma can access free generic or discounted name-brand medica - tions and supplies through StayWell Rx. Developing the Next Generation of Pilots Given anticipated global demand for air travel and other factors, American plans to hire approximately 7,000 pilots over the next five years. To support this future growth, we know that we must develop a strong pipeline of pilot candidates. Our Cadet Academy , relaunched in early 2022, will help us get there. American designed this aviator training program to address the obstacles associated with traditional flight training. By providing an affordable financing opportunity and a predictable path to completion, the Cadet Academy removes barriers for anyone who wants to enter the profession. That includes women and people of color, who have long been underrepresented. This is made possible by flexible loan options and predictable training costs. In addition, partici- pants have access to the American Airlines pilot group as a resource for professional development and mentorship. American has partnered with two highly regarded flight schools for the Cadet Academy: CAE in Phoenix, and Coast Flight Training, which has locations in San Diego as well as Dallas and San Marcos, Texas. Students are expected to take approximately three years to complete the program as an airline-ready professional pilot. Among its eligibility requirements, pilots must be at least 21 years old by completion. They are then guaranteed an interview with one of American’s three wholly owned regional carriers: Envoy Air, PSA Airlines or Piedmont Airlines. Since we have contractual flow-through agreements with each of these carriers, pilots who get hired have the opportunity to transfer directly to American once seniority accrues. The Cadet Academy costs approximately $100,000, depending on the school selected. Once accepted, students can apply for attractive variable- or fixed- rate loan options. These loans have no fees, do not require a co-signer and allow students to cover the entire cost of the Cadet Academy. Housing and meal costs can be added, up to a $120,000 aggregate borrowing limit. AMERICAN AIRLINES ESG REPORT 2021 42 \\ Indexes & Data \\ Customers \\ Climate Change \\ Safety \\ ESG Strategy CEO Message SUPPORTING OUR TEAM MEMBERS \\ Team Members