While I have not got my question answered on the forum, let me tell you my understanding on your question.
The answer on you 2 questions is: yes. no, if it is a short trip.
If you use AP to enter America, you lose your status of H1B.
The answer on you 2 questions is: yes. no, if it is a short trip.
If you use AP to enter America, you lose your status of H1B.