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This is an archive thread, the active thread is United Silver Status - Experiences/Q&A
Qualification Requirements
PQM: 25,000
PQS: 30
PQD: $3,000*
4 flight segments on UA or United Express
*PQD requirement is waived if either of the two conditions are met:
1. With $25k spend on across Chase UA Visa cards where the MileagePlus member is the primary cardholder
2. MileagePlus member is a current, primary cardholder of United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card
Marriott Titanium members also receive complimentary Premier Silver Status
Published Benefits
Complimentary Access to Economy Plus: At check-in
Economy Plus companions allowed: 1
Complimentary Premier Upgrades: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades for companion: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades confirmation: Day of departure
Instant upgrades on Y- or B-class full-fare economy tickets
500 PQM minimum accrual: Yes
Award miles on United and United Express and select partner airlines: 7 x fare
Priority check-in: Yes
Priority screening: Yes (where available)
Boarding group: 2
Priority baggage handling: Yes
Dedicated phone line: Yes
Access to most sold-out flights: Yes
Complimentary checked baggage allowance for domestic economy tickets: 1 bag at 50lbs (23 kg)
Unrestricted access to Standard Awards on UA and UX: Yes
Better access to Saver Awards: Yes
Booking a MileagePlus award ticket by phone: $25
Close-in ( T-24)?
A: Yes (it may appear to want to charge you but it should not
Q: What are the odds I will get a CPU?
A: Sadly, much lower than you probably want to believe. There seems to be slightly better odds on typical vacation routes--e.g., CUN, MCO, FLL, etc.
Q: I checked in exactly at T-24, and my name was #1 on the upgrade list. A few hours later, I'm suddenly #10 on the list! What gives?
A: This post gives a good explanation why. Basically, those with higher upgrade priority checked-in after you, and they be placed above you on the upgrade list. The harsh reality is that you only have priority only above non-rev travelers.
Q: I'm Marriott Titanium Elite, how do I get my Premier Silver status?
A: Go to https://mrrewardsplus.com/en_US/
Q: If I requalify as a Marriott Titanium Elite, do I have to renew my complimentary Premier Silver status every year?
A: Yes
Q: How can I get a United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card?
A: Sorry, it is no longer offered.
Q: I qualified for Premier Silver this year (2016). The expiration date on the app says 1/31/2017. Shouldn't it be 1/31/2018?
A: The expiration date will automatically update to 2018 in 2017.
Qualification Requirements
PQM: 25,000
PQS: 30
PQD: $3,000*
4 flight segments on UA or United Express
*PQD requirement is waived if either of the two conditions are met:
1. With $25k spend on across Chase UA Visa cards where the MileagePlus member is the primary cardholder
2. MileagePlus member is a current, primary cardholder of United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card
Marriott Titanium members also receive complimentary Premier Silver Status
Published Benefits
Complimentary Access to Economy Plus: At check-in
Economy Plus companions allowed: 1
Complimentary Premier Upgrades: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades for companion: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades confirmation: Day of departure
Instant upgrades on Y- or B-class full-fare economy tickets
500 PQM minimum accrual: Yes
Award miles on United and United Express and select partner airlines: 7 x fare
Priority check-in: Yes
Priority screening: Yes (where available)
Boarding group: 2
Priority baggage handling: Yes
Dedicated phone line: Yes
Access to most sold-out flights: Yes
Complimentary checked baggage allowance for domestic economy tickets: 1 bag at 50lbs (23 kg)
Unrestricted access to Standard Awards on UA and UX: Yes
Better access to Saver Awards: Yes
Booking a MileagePlus award ticket by phone: $25
Close-in ( T-24)?
A: Yes (it may appear to want to charge you but it should not
Q: What are the odds I will get a CPU?
A: Sadly, much lower than you probably want to believe. There seems to be slightly better odds on typical vacation routes--e.g., CUN, MCO, FLL, etc.
Q: I checked in exactly at T-24, and my name was #1 on the upgrade list. A few hours later, I'm suddenly #10 on the list! What gives?
A: This post gives a good explanation why. Basically, those with higher upgrade priority checked-in after you, and they be placed above you on the upgrade list. The harsh reality is that you only have priority only above non-rev travelers.
Q: I'm Marriott Titanium Elite, how do I get my Premier Silver status?
A: Go to https://mrrewardsplus.com/en_US/
Q: If I requalify as a Marriott Titanium Elite, do I have to renew my complimentary Premier Silver status every year?
A: Yes
Q: How can I get a United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card?
A: Sorry, it is no longer offered.
Q: I qualified for Premier Silver this year (2016). The expiration date on the app says 1/31/2017. Shouldn't it be 1/31/2018?
A: The expiration date will automatically update to 2018 in 2017.
United Silver Status - Experiences/Q&A {Archive}
Nov 2, 2015 | 12:51 pm
#946
Join Date: Nov 2010
Programs: UA Silver, Marriott Gold, Hilton Gold
Posts: 74
I was upgraded in both directions of my IAD-CLT RT this weekend. It certainly helped that the outbound was an E175 (with 12 seats in F) and not until 10:30 on a Friday night. This morning's flight was a bit more surprising as it was a CR7 (only 6 seats in F) and a Monday morning flight.
So I think I've figured it out: Fly at off times from a United hub to an OAL hub that's within reasonable driving distance
So I think I've figured it out: Fly at off times from a United hub to an OAL hub that's within reasonable driving distance
Nov 2, 2015 | 12:56 pm
#947
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: IAH/SIN
Programs: UA Plat, AA Gold
Posts: 82
I had decent success back as silver getting upgraded IAH>CZM, IAH>DEN, DEN>JAC. The vacation routes are about all you can expect to maybe get.
Nov 2, 2015 | 2:46 pm
#948
In Memoriam, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Durham, NC (RDU/GSO/CLT)
Programs: AA EXP/MM, DL GM, UA Platinum, HH DIA, Hyatt Explorist, IHG Platinum, Marriott Titanium, Hertz PC
Posts: 33,857
I was upgraded in both directions of my IAD-CLT RT this weekend. It certainly helped that the outbound was an E175 (with 12 seats in F) and not until 10:30 on a Friday night. This morning's flight was a bit more surprising as it was a CR7 (only 6 seats in F) and a Monday morning flight.
So I think I've figured it out: Fly at off times from a United hub to an OAL hub that's within reasonable driving distance
So I think I've figured it out: Fly at off times from a United hub to an OAL hub that's within reasonable driving distance
Nov 2, 2015 | 9:36 pm
#949
Moderator: Budget Travel forum & Credit Card Programs, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: YYJ/YVR and back on Van Isle ....... for now
Programs: UA lifetime MM / *A Gold
Posts: 14,525
But only got a couple of drinks (not even a snack box) on such a short flight
For the longest time FC was wide open, but in the end only 3 u/g to IAH, and THREE GS boarded this A320.
Maybe it's proximity to Amelia Island.
Glad I had a good E+ seat selected.
Nov 3, 2015 | 1:48 pm
#950
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: YYZ / SFO
Programs: UA 3P, Marriott Gold
Posts: 16
Earned Silver about a week and a half ago, but so far nothing in the mail or even an email about it. It does show the status online, and on the app, but that's it. Also, oddly, looking at the "card" on the app, it says that it expiries 1/2016 which doesn't seem to make sense to me.
Should I expect to receive anything before 2016?
Should I expect to receive anything before 2016?
Nov 3, 2015 | 3:08 pm
#951
Moderator: Budget Travel forum & Credit Card Programs, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: YYJ/YVR and back on Van Isle ....... for now
Programs: UA lifetime MM / *A Gold
Posts: 14,525
They may or may not send you anything this close to EOY.
I would not worry about status being valid only until Jan 2016, that will change, and you will (OK, if it's like me may take a phone call or two before they finally ship one) get a Silver card in mail.
I would not worry about status being valid only until Jan 2016, that will change, and you will (OK, if it's like me may take a phone call or two before they finally ship one) get a Silver card in mail.
Nov 3, 2015 | 8:46 pm
#952
Join Date: Mar 2010
Programs: UA Silver
Posts: 70
Looking for some recent data points on CPU success as a Silver in and out of SFO and LAX. Need an MR before the end of the year, and might as well try for an upgrade. Any routes with notable recent success? My aim will be for a Saturday day/night, which could include a redeye.
Last edited by crosscountry58S; Nov 3, 2015 at 9:01 pm
Nov 4, 2015 | 9:17 am
#953
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: DTW/MBS
Programs: UA 1K, HHonors Diamond, Hyatt Globalist, Formerly Starbucks Gold
Posts: 3,552
Looking for some recent data points on CPU success as a Silver in and out of SFO and LAX. Need an MR before the end of the year, and might as well try for an upgrade. Any routes with notable recent success? My aim will be for a Saturday day/night, which could include a redeye.
Nov 4, 2015 | 11:56 am
#954
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: EWR
Posts: 2,126
Looking for some recent data points on CPU success as a Silver in and out of SFO and LAX. Need an MR before the end of the year, and might as well try for an upgrade. Any routes with notable recent success? My aim will be for a Saturday day/night, which could include a redeye.
Nov 5, 2015 | 5:19 pm
#955
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: LIM
Programs: United Premier 1K, Hilton Diamond, Bonvoy Gold, AmEx Plat
Posts: 559
Woot woot! I received my materials about a week ago.
So, I'll be on an IAH-MCO flight on a Wednesday morning. For F it shows: 3 booked, 1 upgraded, 12 available. Flight is almost full (I'd say a bit more than 3/4). Do you think I hold a chance of getting an upgrade? I don't want to hold any false expectations.
EDIT: Flight is two weeks-ish out.
So, I'll be on an IAH-MCO flight on a Wednesday morning. For F it shows: 3 booked, 1 upgraded, 12 available. Flight is almost full (I'd say a bit more than 3/4). Do you think I hold a chance of getting an upgrade? I don't want to hold any false expectations.
EDIT: Flight is two weeks-ish out.
Last edited by joseeantonior; Nov 5, 2015 at 5:30 pm
Nov 5, 2015 | 5:48 pm
#956
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Jersey Shore/YYZ
Programs: UA 1K, Marriott Plat, Hilton Diamond, Hertz PC
Posts: 12,526
Woot woot! I received my materials about a week ago.
So, I'll be on an IAH-MCO flight on a Wednesday morning. For F it shows: 3 booked, 1 upgraded, 12 available. Flight is almost full (I'd say a bit more than 3/4). Do you think I hold a chance of getting an upgrade? I don't want to hold any false expectations.
EDIT: Flight is two weeks-ish out.
So, I'll be on an IAH-MCO flight on a Wednesday morning. For F it shows: 3 booked, 1 upgraded, 12 available. Flight is almost full (I'd say a bit more than 3/4). Do you think I hold a chance of getting an upgrade? I don't want to hold any false expectations.
EDIT: Flight is two weeks-ish out.
**A rough average of folks who won't split reservations or have been assigned bulkhead seating, but do not qualify for CPUs.
Nov 11, 2015 | 11:08 pm
#957
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Saipan, MP 96950 USA (Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands = the CNMI)
Programs: UA Gold, Hilton Silver. Life: UA .59 MM, United & Admirals Clubs (spousal), Marriott Platinum
Posts: 15,876
No Premier Silver cards since 1 July 2015
I am slightly disappointed for nostalgic reasons (to add to cards from years gone by), but I suppose UA needs to save every dollar it can.
The card would certainly mean more to me, however, than the flow of junk mail UA and Chase send my way.
Nov 12, 2015 | 8:19 am
#958
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: IAH
Programs: DL DM, Hyatt Ist-iest, Stariott Platinum, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 13,037
As a new Premier Silver through Rewards Plus, I just found this out.
I am slightly disappointed for nostalgic reasons (to add to cards from years gone by), but I suppose UA needs to save every dollar it can.
The card would certainly mean more to me, however, than the flow of junk mail UA and Chase send my way.
I am slightly disappointed for nostalgic reasons (to add to cards from years gone by), but I suppose UA needs to save every dollar it can.
The card would certainly mean more to me, however, than the flow of junk mail UA and Chase send my way.
Nov 12, 2015 | 10:37 am
#959
In Memoriam, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Durham, NC (RDU/GSO/CLT)
Programs: AA EXP/MM, DL GM, UA Platinum, HH DIA, Hyatt Explorist, IHG Platinum, Marriott Titanium, Hertz PC
Posts: 33,857
Last year Delta got rid of cards for Silver Medallion members and this year United gets rid of them for Premier Silver members. I'd laugh but such parroting is hardly funny anymore.
Nov 12, 2015 | 8:46 pm
#960
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: New York, NY
Posts: 695
To be utmost honest, I'm surprised that they are giving away a completely meaningless luggage tag that most premier's already have (and is not essential for travel at all), but they are phasing out the cards, something that I've needed on multiple trips that I've taken this year, and since I don't have a smartphone, a paper print-out just seams kind of "fake".