On Departure Day...

 Just so there’s no confusion, here’s the process when you arrive at the American Airlines area:

1. Check in right away at the ticketing counter with your passport; that’s when you will be checking any luggage in as well.  This area is open to the public.  Here’s the link to American Airlines’ baggage information regarding size and restrictions:  http://www.aa.com/i18n/travelInformation/baggage/baggageAllowance.jsp 
2. Find Mr. Hemaidan and myself and we will check you off of our list so that we know you’re present.  We’ll wait together until everyone has arrived and checked in. 
3. All travelers will then be going through security together and off to the departure gate.