Oct 23, 2015, 6:29 pm
Last edit by: WineCountryUA
Update 2017: United p.s. is now called Transcontinental Service. This service is available on flights between EWR<>LAX, EWR<>SFO, and BOS<>SFO.
Cross Country Comfort: Introducing United Airlines’ New Transcontinental Service
The first PS flights to/from EWR started 25 Oct 2015
E+ passengers -- hot meals and drinks included
Aircraft 757-200
Original config 28 lieflat BF / 42 E+ / 72 E-
Everything You Want to Know About Where to Sit on a 757-200 (pmUA Domestic and p.s.)
Re-purposed TATL config 16 lieflat BF / 45 E+ / 108 E-
Consolidated "Seats on International 757"
other lie-flat aircraft will be used on the route, such as
Everything You Wanted to Know About Where to Sit on 777-200 HD (28BF,102E+,234E-)
Everything you want to know about where to sit on the 787-10
FAQs
Are all flights on these routes lie-flat, etc?
Yes -- all non-stop flights from SFO/LAX to/from EWR and SFO<>BOS are configured as such regardless of aircraft used. All scheduled aircraft have a lie-flat premium cabin.
Are these CPU-eligible flights?
No -- no CPU on these flights. It will take RPU/GPU/mileage+copays to upgrade. Generally, these are "hard" upgrades.
Are TODs / Cash upgrades offered?
Yes, $298 cash OW upgrades are regularly offered.
Archive: Premium Transcon Service SFO-EWR/BOS, LAX-EWR flights-Questions&Experiences {Archive}
Cross Country Comfort: Introducing United Airlines’ New Transcontinental Service
Cross Country Comfort: Introducing United Airlines’ New Transcontinental Service
Originally Posted by United POLARIS FAQ
How does the switch to United Polaris affect United p.s.® Premium Service transcontinental flights?
On December 1, 2016, BusinessFirst service on p.s. transcontinental routes became United Business®, and now features our custom Saks Fifth Avenue pillow and duvet. Previous p.s. features did not change other than the new bedding.
On December 1, 2016, BusinessFirst service on p.s. transcontinental routes became United Business®, and now features our custom Saks Fifth Avenue pillow and duvet. Previous p.s. features did not change other than the new bedding.
United offers transcontinental travelers the features and comfort of long-haul international flights. Customers enjoy modern aircraft interiors with all-new seats, inflight Wi-Fi, free personal on-demand entertainment at every seat, in-seat power and USB ports.
United also provides:
* Premier Access check-in, security screening, boarding and baggage handling;
* United Club access;
* up to 6 feet, 4 inches of sleeping space in a 180-degree flat-bed seat; and
* pre-departure beverages, hot towel service, multi-course meals and a pre-arrival snack.
United also provides:
* Premier Access check-in, security screening, boarding and baggage handling;
* United Club access;
* up to 6 feet, 4 inches of sleeping space in a 180-degree flat-bed seat; and
* pre-departure beverages, hot towel service, multi-course meals and a pre-arrival snack.
Travelers in Economy Plus on our premium transcontinental flights now enjoy more than just extra legroom — they’ll also receive a complimentary hot entrée, fruit and dessert, as well as their choice of free alcoholic beverages, including our featured cocktail and more.
Original config 28 lieflat BF / 42 E+ / 72 E-
Everything You Want to Know About Where to Sit on a 757-200 (pmUA Domestic and p.s.)
Re-purposed TATL config 16 lieflat BF / 45 E+ / 108 E-
Consolidated "Seats on International 757"
other lie-flat aircraft will be used on the route, such as
Everything You Wanted to Know About Where to Sit on 777-200 HD (28BF,102E+,234E-)
Everything you want to know about where to sit on the 787-10
FAQs
Are all flights on these routes lie-flat, etc?
Yes -- all non-stop flights from SFO/LAX to/from EWR and SFO<>BOS are configured as such regardless of aircraft used. All scheduled aircraft have a lie-flat premium cabin.
Are these CPU-eligible flights?
No -- no CPU on these flights. It will take RPU/GPU/mileage+copays to upgrade. Generally, these are "hard" upgrades.
Are TODs / Cash upgrades offered?
Yes, $298 cash OW upgrades are regularly offered.
Archive: Premium Transcon Service SFO-EWR/BOS, LAX-EWR flights-Questions&Experiences {Archive}
Cross Country Comfort: Introducing United Airlines’ New Transcontinental Service
Premium Transcon Service SFO/LAX<>EWR flights - Questions and Experiences
Feb 3, 2023, 7:10 am
#181
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For transcon, how big of a difference is Premium Economy vs Business?
For the EWR to SFO route (777). If I am not going to be sleeping on the plane, how big of a difference is the experience in Premium Economy to Business? Generally, I am used to flying Economy Plus, so its not like I am used to something better. I would be using mileage, and Business is double the amount of points.
Thank you
Thank you
Feb 3, 2023, 7:46 am
#183
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1) You'll have more space to yourself in J vs PP, as PP seats are akin to domestic first seats, with potential for middle seats.
2) More attentive service. While the food is the same, they only do two rounds of drinks in PP. The expectation is that the FA should walk through J aisles more often, but that may not always be the case.
3) Access to UC before and after the flight in J.
4) No fees for bags between 50-70lb in J.
2) More attentive service. While the food is the same, they only do two rounds of drinks in PP. The expectation is that the FA should walk through J aisles more often, but that may not always be the case.
3) Access to UC before and after the flight in J.
4) No fees for bags between 50-70lb in J.
Feb 3, 2023, 8:53 am
#184
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Thank you.
I have access to UC via my membership and I am flying with a carry-on only. I dont mind getting up to ask for another drink if I need one. I guess the big difference is the more private space.
Thank you
I have access to UC via my membership and I am flying with a carry-on only. I dont mind getting up to ask for another drink if I need one. I guess the big difference is the more private space.
Thank you
Feb 3, 2023, 11:34 am
#186
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I usually always slum with the rest of the commoners in the back unless my upgrade clear. PE not enough of an incentive for me to buy up.
Both PE and J seats are tight for my likes. Ironically, I am a lean person
Also, east bound flights can be well under 5 hours depending on tail wind, so a relatively quick flight.
I have been traveling every week between NY and SF, but not on UA though, which I am happy about.
Both PE and J seats are tight for my likes. Ironically, I am a lean person
Also, east bound flights can be well under 5 hours depending on tail wind, so a relatively quick flight.
I have been traveling every week between NY and SF, but not on UA though, which I am happy about.
Feb 3, 2023, 12:09 pm
#187
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Feb 3, 2023, 6:29 pm
#188
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For the last few year, 80%+ of the SFO - EWR and LAX-EWR flights have been the new polaris seating. It seems like starting in May, only 1 flight per day is using the new polaris seating, and the rest are the old 777-200s or 757 lie flats.
Does anyone have insight into the reason for this or if it's just a temporary placeholder?
Does anyone have insight into the reason for this or if it's just a temporary placeholder?
Feb 3, 2023, 8:52 pm
#189
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For the last few year, 80%+ of the SFO - EWR and LAX-EWR flights have been the new polaris seating. It seems like starting in May, only 1 flight per day is using the new polaris seating, and the rest are the old 777-200s or 757 lie flats.
Does anyone have insight into the reason for this or if it's just a temporary placeholder?
Does anyone have insight into the reason for this or if it's just a temporary placeholder?
My inbound was on the only 787-9 that day originally. So I was able to buy a Premium Economy and raise my chance for upgrading to J. The new schedule now has a couple more Polaris. But the UA automatic system switched me to a 777-200 Dorm without PE, and offered me $120 to sit in E+. I took over and moved myself to another 787-9 to stay in PE and waiting for J.
Feb 4, 2023, 7:54 am
#190
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Feb 15, 2023, 6:34 pm
#191
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Anyone know if the Business/Prem Plus meals always offer a veg option, and if so, recent experience on specific options (either eastbound or westbound)? Trying to decide whether I should just order a special. On a widebody, so no pre order options (though not sure why that should make a difference).
Feb 15, 2023, 10:07 pm
#193
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