Originally Posted by
narvik
I wouldn't be surprised if they'd try and use the converted planes on SFO-HKG-SFO, or at least keep them on the same routes as much as possible. They seem to deploy them willy-nilly right now, but with more and more converted planes they should be able to plan better in advance, and have designated "Polarized" routes. Or so it would seem.
Thanks Narvik - I know there's a decent chance they'll revert to using Polarized planes on the SFO-HKG route but since this was just a personal, mileage run trip I didn't want to take the chance and wait around til the last minute just to see. I phoned UA yesterday and cancelled for a full refund. Interestingly, the CSA originally told me there was a $300 cancellation fee. When I pushed back she "checked with her supervisor" and agreed to the full refund.
Now I'll be looking for another 3-day mileage run over MLK weekend in January!