No, no, no, nothing has gotten any better. I have been on three r/ts with AA and got upgraded each time well in advance. Love their MDs, their crews, everyone is friendly and helpful and appreciate my business. At least that's how I and Mrs. EX feel. Heck, last week I took SW. What a pleasant surprise, nice leather seats, clean equipment, extremely friendly and respectful service. And did I mention, nothing has gotten better with UA. And I am not holding out any hope.