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Old Sep 6, 2018 | 3:35 am
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Originally Posted by eng3
Exactly, why reward people for voluntarily choosing a profession? Yes, that profession has an impact on all of us, but there are many other professions who have an equal or higher impact on all of us.

I say do away with pre-boarding for military. If UA wants to make a gesture to the military (or other professions), offer premier access to military people for free or at a discount. If UA wants to give them club access, then offer the a club membership. Going back to the original topic, doing this would allow them to stay under the radar and now have to wear their uniform.
I am retired military, and agree with the above. When I was Active Duty, I would have much preferred a discount UC club membership over preboarding.

I understand the urge to do nice things for people in uniform, but something more tangible would be much more appreciated. And it would help unsnarl UA’s messed up boarding process.
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