May 4, 2018, 7:42 am
Last edit by: WineCountryUA
As of January 2021, all of United's 777-200ERs have been reconfigured with Polaris and Premium Plus. This version is known as "Version 1" in United's listing of aircraft (previously version 5).
If you're looking for information about the "High Density" HD) 777-200 configurations used primarily on domestic routes and some trans-Atlantic flights, this thread has it:
Everything You Wanted to Know About Where to Sit on 777-200 HD (28J,102E+,234E-). There is one oddball, N222UA , 32J,124E+, 206E-
The 777-200 Polaris configuration has 50 Polaris business seats in the 1-2-1 configuration used in the 777-300, although with 3 fewer rows. Presumably much of the guidance regarding desirable/less desirable rows from the 777-300 seating thread applies to the 777-200 as well.
Rows 20-22 are the new United Premium Plus seats, in a 2-4-2 configuration. On many flights, UA is not yet selling premium plus as a separate cabin of service, and the seats are sold as E+ seats (though they are much better than standard E+).
Economy is in a 3-4-3 configuration, with 46 Economy+ seats and 156 regular E seats. Economy is using a new Rockwell Aspire seat, which supposedly is more comfortable than current seats (although less space than those used in the past 3-3-3 configuration). While under-seat power outlets are still shared (2 for 3, 3 for 4), the seat back monitors have USB sockets to allow device charging for each individual.
https://www.aerolopa.com/ua-boeing-77e
Guide to Polaris Business Seats:
If you're looking for information about the "High Density" HD) 777-200 configurations used primarily on domestic routes and some trans-Atlantic flights, this thread has it:
Everything You Wanted to Know About Where to Sit on 777-200 HD (28J,102E+,234E-). There is one oddball, N222UA , 32J,124E+, 206E-
The 777-200 Polaris configuration has 50 Polaris business seats in the 1-2-1 configuration used in the 777-300, although with 3 fewer rows. Presumably much of the guidance regarding desirable/less desirable rows from the 777-300 seating thread applies to the 777-200 as well.
Rows 20-22 are the new United Premium Plus seats, in a 2-4-2 configuration. On many flights, UA is not yet selling premium plus as a separate cabin of service, and the seats are sold as E+ seats (though they are much better than standard E+).
Economy is in a 3-4-3 configuration, with 46 Economy+ seats and 156 regular E seats. Economy is using a new Rockwell Aspire seat, which supposedly is more comfortable than current seats (although less space than those used in the past 3-3-3 configuration). While under-seat power outlets are still shared (2 for 3, 3 for 4), the seat back monitors have USB sockets to allow device charging for each individual.
https://www.aerolopa.com/ua-boeing-77e
Not sure if this has been posted yet, but lots of good pictures of the new economy cabin:
https://thepointsguy.com/news/where-...d-772-economy/
https://thepointsguy.com/news/where-...d-772-economy/
The center (D/G) seats are generally the same. The odd numbered rows have a larger divider between D and G that can be lowered, so are better for couples that want to interact. The even numbered rows have a smaller divider, so good for solos (or couples who don't really want to talk but to have the chance to). The odd-row seats are located towards the center, with the table towards the aisle. This provides somewhat more privacy than the even-row seats, where the seat is closer to the aisle, with the table towards the center of the plane.
The window (A/L) seats have greater variation. The even-numbered rows (mostly) have one window that requires looking past your table and the partition for other seats. The odd-numbered rows mostly have 2 or 3 windows that are easily accessed, in all cases with the seat right next to the window and the table area towards the aisle side.
* Rows 1, 11, and 15 have 3 windows
* Rows 3 and 5 have two windows
* Row 9 has two windows plus a blank panel for wiring
* Row 7 has a single window plus a blank panel for wiring; The window is the forward part, requiring you to lean forward
* Row 8 has a little more wall space because there's no seat behind it
* Row 12 has no window
Row 1 is adjacent to the galley area at the front of the plane, although the G/L side is closer (the A/D side has a corridor to the lav and cockpit.
9A/L are somewhat protected from the galley, but next to the lavs and across from closets. 9D/G are more fully protected from galley (by those closets) but also have the lav adjacent.
Guide to Premium Plus Seats
All three rows are similar, except the footrests in Row 20 come from under your own seat rather than the seat in front. All rows have 2 windows, although they are over the wing.
Everything You Want to Know About Where to Sit on a 777-200 Polaris/PremPlus seats
Apr 11, 2020, 5:07 am
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Between 9A/9L, is there a side that is better? I remember reading about how the door bangs on one side because the bathroom is accessible.
I'm considering picking 9A/9L on a daytime flight from Frankfurt to Chicago.... but I don't feel totally comfortable with that decision.
I'm considering picking 9A/9L on a daytime flight from Frankfurt to Chicago.... but I don't feel totally comfortable with that decision.
The door bang issue on the 772 relates to the closet doors (see photo up thread) on both 9A and 9B. FA can be heavy handed when close those doors.
I am not a fan of 9A and 9L on the 772. The proximity to the bathroom, closet and galley bother me, especially the bathroom traffic.
Perhaps the daytime flight is better if you are awake, but I note passengers use the bathroom more often during daytime flight.
Others on this thread have expressed different views.
Apr 11, 2020, 12:07 pm
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Agree with this. I've flown polaris with my wife a few times and 3DG>5DG
Apr 11, 2020, 9:55 pm
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The door bang issue at 9A is on the 77W not on the 772, although it has not been that loud for me to continue choosing 9A.
The door bang issue on the 772 relates to the closet doors (see photo up thread) on both 9A and 9B. FA can be heavy handed when close those doors.
I am not a fan of 9A and 9L on the 772. The proximity to the bathroom, closet and galley bother me, especially the bathroom traffic.
Perhaps the daytime flight is better if you are awake, but I note passengers use the bathroom more often during daytime flight.
Others on this thread have expressed different views.
The door bang issue on the 772 relates to the closet doors (see photo up thread) on both 9A and 9B. FA can be heavy handed when close those doors.
I am not a fan of 9A and 9L on the 772. The proximity to the bathroom, closet and galley bother me, especially the bathroom traffic.
Perhaps the daytime flight is better if you are awake, but I note passengers use the bathroom more often during daytime flight.
Others on this thread have expressed different views.
Apr 12, 2020, 11:14 am
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Any odd window seats are fine except for row 1 and row 9, IMHO. 1A is reserved for crew, and 1L is directly behind the galley and it is a hot spot for FA to socialized.
I do have a preference for row 15 because I primarily fly Polaris internationally. I feel less foot traffic in the last row because all the traffic is ahead of me, and I can monitor the bathroom traffic better. It is quiet because there is a divider between Premium Economy cabin and Polaris cabin.
The only drawback in row 15 or any window seats from 9 to 15 is the impaired outside view due to the engines on the wings.
Row 3 and Row 5 have better views
I do have a preference for row 15 because I primarily fly Polaris internationally. I feel less foot traffic in the last row because all the traffic is ahead of me, and I can monitor the bathroom traffic better. It is quiet because there is a divider between Premium Economy cabin and Polaris cabin.
The only drawback in row 15 or any window seats from 9 to 15 is the impaired outside view due to the engines on the wings.
Row 3 and Row 5 have better views
Jun 15, 2020, 10:34 am
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I am planning travel way in advance for my grandparents, they are well-traveled and able bodied but get nervous with "short" connections. They would be flying FRA-IAD-XXX on UA933 with a 01h45min connection, to domestic on same ticket. Non-US citizens with ESTA. I know the connection is fairly easy since immigration, customs, bag claim and TSA are all done inside the transit facility of C/D and wait times were minimal when I last took UA933.
So my question is, which Polaris seats should I pick for them so they can make a quick exit. AFAIK, deplaning is via door 2L so I would pick from 6DG, 7DG, 8DG and 9DG. How easy is it to talk to your seatmate in the even number rows and are the odd number rows too "awkward" to sit in? Also, I presume the mini cabin is quieter so me personally I would go for 9DG, but I'll take any recommendations.
So my question is, which Polaris seats should I pick for them so they can make a quick exit. AFAIK, deplaning is via door 2L so I would pick from 6DG, 7DG, 8DG and 9DG. How easy is it to talk to your seatmate in the even number rows and are the odd number rows too "awkward" to sit in? Also, I presume the mini cabin is quieter so me personally I would go for 9DG, but I'll take any recommendations.
Jun 15, 2020, 11:42 am
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Jun 15, 2020, 12:14 pm
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I am planning travel way in advance for my grandparents, they are well-traveled and able bodied but get nervous with "short" connections. They would be flying FRA-IAD-XXX on UA933 with a 01h45min connection, to domestic on same ticket. Non-US citizens with ESTA. I know the connection is fairly easy since immigration, customs, bag claim and TSA are all done inside the transit facility of C/D and wait times were minimal when I last took UA933.
So my question is, which Polaris seats should I pick for them so they can make a quick exit. AFAIK, deplaning is via door 2L so I would pick from 6DG, 7DG, 8DG and 9DG. How easy is it to talk to your seatmate in the even number rows and are the odd number rows too "awkward" to sit in? Also, I presume the mini cabin is quieter so me personally I would go for 9DG, but I'll take any recommendations.
So my question is, which Polaris seats should I pick for them so they can make a quick exit. AFAIK, deplaning is via door 2L so I would pick from 6DG, 7DG, 8DG and 9DG. How easy is it to talk to your seatmate in the even number rows and are the odd number rows too "awkward" to sit in? Also, I presume the mini cabin is quieter so me personally I would go for 9DG, but I'll take any recommendations.
Jun 15, 2020, 1:57 pm
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Thank you both!
Given that they will fly HEL-FRA-IAD-ATL, I'd rather try to be extra careful so they don't end up spending the night at IAD. Yes, I realize it's quite overthinking and almost sounded like this thread 
but given that boredom sets in during this pandemic one starts to think about small details like this too.
Finnair Australia to Europe. citro's AY Travel Questions
9DG it is then, only drawback is the whole Y cabin walking thru, but given that they have 1h25min at FRA, by the time they reach the UA gate boarding is already underway.
but given that boredom sets in during this pandemic one starts to think about small details like this too. Finnair Australia to Europe. citro's AY Travel Questions
9DG it is then, only drawback is the whole Y cabin walking thru, but given that they have 1h25min at FRA, by the time they reach the UA gate boarding is already underway.
Jun 15, 2020, 10:01 pm
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Ditto on the thanks for info... was just looking at 9DG for our trip and was looking in this thread for feedback on that choice!
Aug 31, 2020, 1:44 pm
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How private are bulkhead seats in Polaris, 1D/1G?
Flying IAH - LHR next summer (hopefully) and am trying to decide the best seat for my wife and me. Sitting in Polaris thanks to 60k saver award space.
Would like the bulkhead for the extra space in footwell but unsure how private the seats will be. Specifically as I've seen some pictures showing the various help yourself wine station being set up on the "shelf" space above the IFE screens in row 1 d/g.
I thought all of that would be contained in the galley area where I've seen countless photos of all the snacks, drinks, etc set up. But if people are coming up to my seat to get a drink, that's going to be annoying to me.
First world problem, I know, but when I'm already playing with house money, why not attempt to have it all.
Maybe row 3 would be the better option?
Does anyone have experience with the 772 in polaris longhaul that can tell me one way of the other if anything will be placed in that space?
Would like the bulkhead for the extra space in footwell but unsure how private the seats will be. Specifically as I've seen some pictures showing the various help yourself wine station being set up on the "shelf" space above the IFE screens in row 1 d/g.
I thought all of that would be contained in the galley area where I've seen countless photos of all the snacks, drinks, etc set up. But if people are coming up to my seat to get a drink, that's going to be annoying to me.
First world problem, I know, but when I'm already playing with house money, why not attempt to have it all.
Maybe row 3 would be the better option?
Does anyone have experience with the 772 in polaris longhaul that can tell me one way of the other if anything will be placed in that space?
Aug 31, 2020, 2:28 pm
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The angle out of the seats slices into the galley area and you're more likely to be looking into galley lights, etc. Use of the space in front was hit or miss.
Personally I would go with Row 3 (or 5), but I don't find any of the Polaris footwells to be an issue. My top seats on Polaris configs are 3-5 A/L.
Personally I would go with Row 3 (or 5), but I don't find any of the Polaris footwells to be an issue. My top seats on Polaris configs are 3-5 A/L.
Aug 31, 2020, 3:16 pm
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The angle out of the seats slices into the galley area and you're more likely to be looking into galley lights, etc. Use of the space in front was hit or miss.
Personally I would go with Row 3 (or 5), but I don't find any of the Polaris footwells to be an issue. My top seats on Polaris configs are 3-5 A/L.
Personally I would go with Row 3 (or 5), but I don't find any of the Polaris footwells to be an issue. My top seats on Polaris configs are 3-5 A/L.
Dec 11, 2020, 1:25 pm
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The even row seats are angled in a way that make it seem like you have less space, and the space you have less accessible. And either your body or your legs feet are exposed out in the aisle depending on row/position. Especially an issue if you’re tall. But if I were traveling alone, I’d take an even row window vs any middle. But I search for odd/window!