Took advantage of UA's generous offer to pay the fee. Applied Mid september, received pre approval. Made an appointment at DFW during a three hour layover coming back into the US. Arrived at 9:00 for a 9:20 appt. Spent about 15 minutes with the officer, a very friendly man, asked me about living overseas, what I did, where I usually traveled. Very painless. Can't wait to start using it next month, and at LAX! The airport I'm sure I will appreciate it the most.....