UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Notice of Effectiveness
Effectiveness Date:	May 4, 2009 5:00 P.M.

Form:	S-3
CIK: 0001039828 Company Name: AMERICAN EQUITY INVESTMENT LIFE HOLDING CO File Number: 333-157846
CIK: 0001283604 Company Name: AMERICAN EQUITY CAPITAL TRUST V File Number: 333-157846-02
CIK: 0001283606 Company Name: AMERICAN EQUITY CAPITAL TRUST VI File Number: 333-157846-01