One thing for sure. With the swelling ranks of 2p and the selling of Economy Plus Access, E+ should be packed next year. I don't expect to see many blocked middles staying open when a flight takes off.

There have been counts on FT of Elite members.I think one count that quoted Randy, said there are half a million 2Ps. I guess with a million 2Ps, United stands to benefit from their added business.

Having dropped the baggage limit to 2 pcs of 50lbs each, even for 2Ps - matter of time before United takes away a few more benefits (from the paltry few) from a 2P. I expet next to go would be the priority checkin lines. Prioritiy boarding in Seating 1 would change to Seating 2 instead.

Begs the question - is 2p worth it?