United MileagePlus (Consolidated) - Is there a way to use AMEX points as UA miles?

Is there a way to use AMEX points as UA miles?

Check out the "Mileage Converter" on http://www.webflyer.com/

Usually the easiest route is convert to Air Canada or ANA which should see most award seat inventory on United. Trying to actually get MP miles usually is a bit wasteful in terms of lost point value.