American Airlines just dropped the AAdvantage Gold Pass, and it's promising a year of AAdvantage Gold status, a cool 100,000 bonus miles, and 15,000 Loyalty Points to help you climb the elite ladder. Sounds tempting, right? Here's the catch: This pass comes with a hefty price tag. While AA hasn't explicitly stated the price, the AwardWallet blog hints that it's going to cost a pretty penny. The big question is whether the perks justify the expense. For occasional travelers, the price is likely far too high to justify the benefits. Ultimately, whether the Gold Pass is worth it depends on your individual travel habits and how much you value AAdvantage Gold status and those extra miles. Stay tuned for official pricing and do the math before you jump on this one!