So, AA rejected my request for a refund, apparently because I cancelled the trip prior to them cancelling the flight. They have offered to let me reschedule, but, naturally, I prefer cash-in-hand. So, I filed my 250 character max appeal, letting them know what DOT says (not being Twitter proficient, I'm not good at conveying my point succinctly, with their character limitation). Let's see how this goes. I have plenty of time, and don't need the cash in the near future, so I can play the long game, if that's what's required. I have another protest in with Orbitz on a hotel cancellation, but I have so much time on my hands these days, this is actually a nice distraction. And, while I have rescheduled our Mar/Apr trip to November, I'm beginning to think it may not go off. Time for a margarita. Salud!