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
Jan 10, 2023, 7:28 am
#136
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The UA 752 is not same as AA's 321T. The 321T uses the same seat, but the configuration is more generous due to the wider Airbus cabin. The cabins are also newer. The result is a noticeably more spacious, comfortable, and all around nicer seat. In AA's configuration, the Diamond is an exceptionally comfortable seat, really great if you're traveling as a couple.
I agree UA soft product is abysmal at the moment and the 752s are on the dingy side.
Jan 10, 2023, 7:31 am
#137
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The tight footwell is not an issue in AA's configuration. Amazing what a few extra inches does for that seat.
Jan 10, 2023, 10:12 am
#138
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It is unfortunate ... because I simply can't blame that on the age of the frames. I'll use the 763's as a counterpoint; very similar age, very similar aircraft, very clean and modern interior.
If planning were possible (of course it wasn't) - those 752's could've been really dressed up nicely during the pandemic and would feel new and light again.
Heck, just changing out the older incandescent and fluorescent lights for LEDs - with new un-yellowed lenses - would make a tremendous difference. Here's a good example from the fine folks at La Compagnie:
If planning were possible (of course it wasn't) - those 752's could've been really dressed up nicely during the pandemic and would feel new and light again.
Heck, just changing out the older incandescent and fluorescent lights for LEDs - with new un-yellowed lenses - would make a tremendous difference. Here's a good example from the fine folks at La Compagnie:
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Jan 14, 2023, 7:46 pm
#139
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Looking at booking EWR-SFO in May and seems like the 2-4-2 version of these has made a return. Previously was mostly 1-2-1 configuration 777s. Any reasoning behind the change, or any ideas if it's permanent? Seems like a huge downgrade with 752s being the only other option.
Jan 14, 2023, 8:05 pm
#140
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Looking at booking EWR-SFO in May and seems like the 2-4-2 version of these has made a return. Previously was mostly 1-2-1 configuration 777s. Any reasoning behind the change, or any ideas if it's permanent? Seems like a huge downgrade with 752s being the only other option.
David
Jan 14, 2023, 9:19 pm
#141
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Looking at booking EWR-SFO in May and seems like the 2-4-2 version of these has made a return. Previously was mostly 1-2-1 configuration 777s. Any reasoning behind the change, or any ideas if it's permanent? Seems like a huge downgrade with 752s being the only other option.
Jan 16, 2023, 6:49 pm
#142
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Looking at booking EWR-SFO in May and seems like the 2-4-2 version of these has made a return. Previously was mostly 1-2-1 configuration 777s. Any reasoning behind the change, or any ideas if it's permanent? Seems like a huge downgrade with 752s being the only other option.
Jan 16, 2023, 7:05 pm
#143
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Looking at booking EWR-SFO in May and seems like the 2-4-2 version of these has made a return. Previously was mostly 1-2-1 configuration 777s. Any reasoning behind the change, or any ideas if it's permanent? Seems like a huge downgrade with 752s being the only other option.
Jan 16, 2023, 7:26 pm
#144
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UA P.S. Flights going back to 757-200 and old 777 in May
Currently, United Flies 777's with the real Polaris hard product on transcontinental routes. It seems that beginning in May, the planes on these routes will transition to solely 757-200's and old 777's (2-4-2 config), with the occasional one flight a day equipped with full Polaris. Does anyone know if this is actually happening, or if these are just placeholder seat maps since it is so far in advance? Seems like this might actually be happening, since international travel is opening up more, and thus higher demand for Polaris equipped 777's on international routes.
Jan 16, 2023, 7:48 pm
#146
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That's unfortunate. At least the 752s have lie flat in J, even if the hard product is old.
Jan 16, 2023, 7:59 pm
#147
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752 (757-200) deployment has been normal on this route, and would not be considered as changes. Pick any date, and you will see them, especially the first flight of the day, last flight of the day, and mid-day flight, basically time of the day with smaller traffic.
772 domestic configuration (2-4-2), yes, that would be a change.
772 domestic configuration (2-4-2), yes, that would be a change.
Jan 16, 2023, 8:21 pm
#149
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That's unfortunate. At least the 752s have lie flat in J, even if the hard product is old.
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Jan 16, 2023, 9:39 pm
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With China and Hong Kong flights resuming and increase flights to the EU/UK during the summer, there is a greater demand for widebodies on international routes.
Hope UA can expedite the 746 Polaris configuration.
Hope UA can expedite the 746 Polaris configuration.