Originally Posted by
bldr1k
What I've seen is people with no status booking flights far in advance and paying $49 for E+. Even as a 1K, can only get two family members into E+ and have to pay for the rest.
Nope
United Economy Plus®
Economy Plus seating is complimentary for 1K members and up to eight (8) companions traveling together under the same confirmation number as a 1K member. Economy Plus is an exclusive area of 6 to 11 rows in the United Economy® cabin, offering up to five (5) additional inches of legroom. Advance seating is available at the time of booking on a first-come, first-served basis, and the member must also have elite status at the time of travel to retain reserved Economy Plus seats. Economy Plus is available on all United and some United Express aircraft.
http://www.united.com/page/article/0,6867,1171,00.html