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BY OUR AVIATION CORRESPONDENT
5 August, 2005: Five extra inches of legroom, better access to overhead bins and faster deplaning is more attainable than ever, thanks to United Airlines' new Economy Plus Access(SM) program -- the instant ticket to award-winning, Economy Plus(R) seating.
Economy Plus Access, a year-long membership to Economy Plus seating, gives customers access to United's preferred seats, subject to availability, when they book tickets. Three different Economy Plus Access offerings are available, including a package that bundles a Red Carpet Club membership.
"Our customers have told us they want more access to Economy Plus, which was voted best premium economy class in the world, in 2004, by readers of Business Traveler magazine," said Dennis Cary, United's senior vice president- Marketing. "Now customers won't have to hope for a chance at getting an Economy Plus seat the day they depart. Rather, they have another inroad into this preferred-seating section."
"We know that United customers enjoy Economy Plus comfort especially as other carriers reduce legroom in their economy cabins," Cary added. "United is committed to being the best choice for customers who crave comfort while traveling for business or pleasure."
Economy Plus is currently available to Mileage Plus Premier members and full-fare customers. This preferred seating is available on United(R) and Ted(SM) aircraft, and United Express(R) 70-seat aircraft too. Customers want premium seating and United stands the best chance of accommodating their requests, as the United fleet has more premium seating -- including United First(R), United Business(R) and Economy Plus -- than any other U.S. carrier.
Customers can select the one-year Economy Plus Access option that best matches their needs:
-- Economy Plus Access ($299 annual fee) provides extra onboard comfort, by enabling each member and one companion to sit in Economy Plus.
-- Economy Plus Access with Red Carpet Club Membership ($699) offers extra comfort on board and in the airport. The United Red Carpet Club(SM) lounges and their high-end amenities -- such as Wi-Fi service, complimentary snacks, beverages and local phone calls -- are available in more than 40 airports worldwide.
-- Economy Plus Access with Premier Fast Track ($749) offers customers extra comfort on board, and a quicker way to start reaping the benefits of United's Mileage Plus Premier(R) status. Only 15,000 qualifying miles or 15 flight segments, accrued during the Economy Plus Access membership are required, compared to 25,000 or 30 segments without the new program.
BY OUR AVIATION CORRESPONDENT
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