Originally Posted by
sbm12
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You should get elite boarding (not the red carpet on UA but with the other elites after the red carpet) and 3x70# checked bags. On US you can also get some better seats, including exit rows, by calling and requesting them.
You are not entitled to F on either carrier nor E+ on UA for free. Reciprocity with UA, including E+ access, is coming later this year, but it is going to be a while yet.
Will star alliance silver on another carrier result in an upgrade to E+ on United? If it's possible, will I need to ask for it, or will it be automatic?