{"id":252661,"date":"2026-03-25T22:00:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T22:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=252661\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T14:37:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:37:00","slug":"united-elevated-2026-announcements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/united-mileageplus\/united-elevated-2026-announcements\/","title":{"rendered":"United Elevated 2026: AwardWallet\u2019s On-the-Ground Recap of the Airline\u2019s Biggest New Announcements"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Couches and Coastliners and CRJ-450s. Oh my!<\/p>\n<p>At one of its hangars at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) \u2014 and flanked by its brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner \u2014 United Airlines revealed a slate of announcements as part of its annual \u201cUnited Elevated\u201d event. If you\u2019re a United flyer, there\u2019s plenty to get excited about.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s our on-the-ground recap of five new and exciting things that will roll out or expand over the next couple of years.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252683\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252683 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787 at Elevated Event 2026.\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-1-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h2><span id=\"United_Unveils_First_Elevated_Boeing_787-9_Dreamliner\">United Unveils First \u201cElevated\u201d Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The biggest reveal at United\u2019s Elevated event was its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which features the airline\u2019s all-new \u201cElevated\u201d interior. This aircraft, which we\u2019ll cover in detail in a separate post with plenty of photos, is set to become United\u2019s new flagship.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252694\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252694 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787-9 Premium tail branding\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-1-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Up front, you\u2019ll find a completely redesigned Polaris business class cabin with 64 seats. Eight of these are branded as Polaris Studio suites (think business class plus, with elevated service).<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252697\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252697 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787-9 Premium Polaris\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-4-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>On long-haul flights, you\u2019ll pay extra for this differentiated suite and service (around $499), but on domestic flights, you can select these seats without paying extra. Just note that the onboard service won\u2019t differ from the standard Polaris experience behind it when flying within the U.S.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252696\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252696 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787-9 Premium Polaris\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-3-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Each business class suite includes doors (which will be operational once approved by the FAA), large 4K OLED touchscreen displays, wireless device charging, air vents, and more.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252700\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252700 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787-9 Premium Polaris\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-7-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Behind that, United\u2019s Elevated 787-9 will feature 35 Premium Plus seats, each with 38 inches of pitch. These seats also include 4K OLED touchscreen displays, wireless charging, and winged headrests for added privacy.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252699\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252699 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787-9 Premium Plus\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-6-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>In economy, the aircraft will seat 123 passengers, with a portion designated as Economy Plus for extra legroom. Here, United says it will offer the largest seatback entertainment screens in coach, along with ample power outlets and Bluetooth connectivity.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252698\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252698 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787-9 Premium economy\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-5-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>These jets will also feature Starlink Wi-Fi connectivity and self-serve snack bars, and are expected to enter international revenue service in late April 2026.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252695\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252695 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United 787-9 Premium rear view of economy\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-750x562.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/UA-787-2-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/united-mileageplus\/\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ultimate Guide to United MileagePlus<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Meet_the_CRJ-450_Uniteds_Newly_Configured_Regional_Jet\">Meet the CRJ-450: United\u2019s Newly Configured Regional Jet<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Have strong opinions of United\u2019s CRJ-200 aircraft? Well, they\u2019re not going away just yet. But they are getting a bit of an upgrade.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252682\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252682 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United CRJ-450 exterior\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-750x562.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-4-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Starting in fall 2026 out of both Denver (DEN) and Chicago (ORD), United will launch what it\u2019s calling the CRJ-450.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252680\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252680 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United CRJ-450 seats\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-2-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Inside the CRJ-450, you\u2019ll find a more premium layout with just 41 seats: seven in first class, 16 in Economy Plus, and 18 in standard economy.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252681\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252681 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United CRJ-450 seats and overhead bin\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-3-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>United is pitching this as a \u201cprivate jet-like experience.\u201d These aircraft won\u2019t have overhead bins above first class and will instead feature a dedicated locker for carry-on luggage (which a representative said should reduce the need to gate-check bags), along with Starlink Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252679\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252679 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United CRJ-450 exterior\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CRJ450-1-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h2><span id=\"United_to_Launch_Coastliner_and_Born_to_Explore_A321_Configurations\">United to Launch Coastliner and Born to Explore A321 Configurations<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Airbus A321 is an incredibly popular jet \u2014 and for good reason. United plans to configure its next 100 deliveries of the aircraft in two unique ways.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252684\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252684 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United A321 Elevated demo slide.\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-2-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Like many airlines, United has several Airbus A321XLR aircraft on order. These jets are ideal for flights in the 6-8 hour range, meaning they can cross the Atlantic or reach deep into South America. On these aircraft, United plans to install 20 Polaris business class suites, 12 Premium Plus seats, and 118 economy seats.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252687\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252687 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United A321 Polaris suite\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-5-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that these Polaris suites will be adapted for a narrowbody aircraft, so they\u2019ll look different from the suites on United\u2019s new Dreamliner. In that sense, they\u2019re more comparable to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/american-aadvantage\/airbus-a321xlr-aircraft-tour\/\" rel=\"noopener\">American Airlines\u2019 A321XLR business class suites<\/a>, though United\u2019s patented design will differ in both appearance and functionality.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252691\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252691 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United A321 seatback screen.\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-750x562.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-9-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>These aircraft will feature Starlink Wi-Fi, a self-serve snack bar in economy, and a colorful \u201cBorn to Explore\u201d livery.<\/p>\n<p>But wait, there\u2019s more A321 news.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252688\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252688 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United A321 Premium Plus seats.\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-6-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>United also plans to deploy new A321neo deliveries \u2014 not XLRs \u2014 on transcontinental routes. These \u201cCoastliners\u201d will operate from New York (Newark and potentially JFK, once the airline returns in 2027) to destinations like Los Angeles and San Francisco.<\/p>\n<p>These aircraft will be configured similarly to the A321XLRs, though with 129 economy seats.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252690\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252690 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United A321 economy seats.\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-8-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>United has 100 A321 aircraft on order, with deliveries expected through 2030. Together, these jets will gradually replace the airline\u2019s aging Boeing 757 fleet.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Uniteds_Relax_Row_Turns_Coach_Into_a_Couch\">United\u2019s \u201cRelax Row\u201d Turns Coach Into a Couch<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Starting in 2027, United will start making coach a bit more comfortable. This'll be especially true for solo travelers or parents with young kids with what it\u2019s calling the \u201cRelax Row.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Relax Rows will begin rolling out in early 2027 on the airline\u2019s Boeing 787 fleet, along with select Boeing 777 aircraft. Up to 12 rows per plane will gain the ability to convert into a more spacious layout, with a fold-out leg rest that creates a flat surface for resting or sleeping. Each setup will include two pillows and a blanket, plus a stuffed animal if you\u2019re traveling with small children.<\/p>\n<p>United says this feature will be available on more than 200 aircraft by 2030.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252689\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252689 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United Relax Row.\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-7-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Details are still limited on when Relax Rows will be available for purchase or how much they\u2019ll cost, but multiple spokespeople for United indicated that details should be coming soon.<\/p>\n<p>United also mentioned Relax Rows as part of a broader push to make long-haul economy more family-friendly. That's why the airline also announced plans to introduce children\u2019s activity kits, expand family-friendly entertainment options, and offer pre-order meals for kids (think French toast, chicken fingers, and more), while continuing to provide complimentary family seating.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252686\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252686 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United Relax Row amenities\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-Elevated-4-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/travel\/family-points-pooling\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Family Points Pooling: Combine Miles for Faster Free Travel<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Connection_Saver_Is_a_Big_Success\">Connection Saver Is a Big Success<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Something United briefly touched on at its United Elevated event was a tool it calls Connection Saver. This feature monitors tight connections and, depending on several factors, can be the reason your connecting flight is held so you and other passengers can make it onboard.<\/p>\n<p>Since rolling it out, United says it has saved more than 4.3 million travelers from missing a connection. That's a big number.<\/p>\n<p>The airline also noted that the internal technology behind Connection Saver only encourages gate agents to hold a flight if it won\u2019t delay arrival. So, even if you wait a few extra minutes at the gate for connecting passengers, you shouldn\u2019t arrive behind schedule.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_252693\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/563\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-252693 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"United A321neo at LAX.\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-750x563.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-900x675.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/United-A321-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tyler Glatt \/ AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/united-mileageplus\/premier-elite-status\/\" rel=\"noopener\">A Complete Guide to United Airlines MileagePlus Premier Status: Benefits and How to Earn It<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Bottom_Line\">Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>United Airlines\u2019 current leadership isn\u2019t shy about making bold moves and making them loudly. But more importantly, it likes to turn vision into reality quickly, which is pretty admirable.<\/p>\n<p>To that end, there\u2019s a lot for United flyers to look forward to in the months and years ahead. Even if you\u2019re not jazzed about the new CRJ-450, there\u2019s still plenty of neat things on the way. This includes a new subfleet of \u201cElevated\u201d Dreamliners, swanky Airbus A321s, and a more comfortable experience in coach.<\/p>\n<p>The future of travel (at least as United sees it) is more premium, more comfortable, and more family-friendly. And that\u2019s a direction plenty of travelers can get on board with.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ftoc\"><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_light_blue no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Page Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#United_Unveils_First_Elevated_Boeing_787-9_Dreamliner\">United Unveils First \u201cElevated\u201d Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Meet_the_CRJ-450_Uniteds_Newly_Configured_Regional_Jet\">Meet the CRJ-450: United\u2019s Newly Configured Regional Jet<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#United_to_Launch_Coastliner_and_Born_to_Explore_A321_Configurations\">United to Launch Coastliner and Born to Explore A321 Configurations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Uniteds_Relax_Row_Turns_Coach_Into_a_Couch\">United\u2019s \u201cRelax Row\u201d Turns Coach Into a Couch<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Connection_Saver_Is_a_Big_Success\">Connection Saver Is a Big Success<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bottom_Line\">Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At one of its hangars at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), United Airlines revealed a slate of announcements as part of its annual \u201cUnited Elevated\u201d event. If you\u2019re a United flyer, there\u2019s plenty to get excited about. Here\u2019s our on-the-ground recap of five new and exciting things that will roll out or expand over the next couple of years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":80,"featured_media":252676,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_wpscppro_dont_share_socialmedia":false,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"","_twitter_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type":"","_pinterest_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"","_medium_share_type":"","_threads_share_type":"","_google_business_share_type":"","_selected_social_profile":[],"_wpsp_enable_custom_social_template":false,"_wpsp_social_scheduling":{"enabled":false,"datetime":null,"platforms":[],"status":"template_only","dateOption":"today","timeOption":"now","customDays":"","customHours":"","customDate":"","customTime":"","schedulingType":"absolute"},"_wpsp_active_default_template":true},"categories":[12069],"tags":[12623,12628,12772,12678],"coauthors":[36432],"class_list":["post-252661","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-family-travel","tag-travel-experience","tag-united-mileageplus","tag-united-airlines"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/252661","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/80"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=252661"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/252661\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":254488,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/252661\/revisions\/254488"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/252676"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=252661"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=252661"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=252661"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=252661"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}