The line at the first class check in at IAD was not too long and I was surprised that the self check in machine had the thicker boarding pass paper rather than the flimsy kind for flight UA 915 from SFO-IAD.

The security line did take a while to get through but the advantage of this was I did not have to wait too long before they began boarding. After walking on the PMUA 757-200, I turned left and took my seat at 2B (the Shakespeare seat).


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My coat was immediately taken from me and hung up and I was offered the pre-departure beverage beverage of my choice (served in a plastic cup as usual). Unlike the flights I have had on AA there were no pillows or blankets. I am not sure if UA does not provide them, or if you have to ask for one.

Just before push back the cabin was cleared and the purser asked for our first choice of main course, either a vegetable pasta or beef. I asked for the beef and she said she would see what she could do. It was unclear what the priority was for your order (I understand it is GS then front to back on all flights)

After take off one of the two flight attendants serving first class offered beverages and warm nuts. The service was from front to back.

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You can see remnants of CO when traveling. For instance my glass had the Continental logo while my traveling companion had UA:

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