Hi, I have traveled on United from the East Coast to SFO and Lax on numerous occaisions. When I called to list, I always ask for first class. The last time that I traveled on them was 2004, but I have always gotten first class. I have found that they are one of the few airlines that will allow other airline employees to list and to fly first class. This may have changed, but I always make sure that I am dressed in business attire and my husband always wear a nice sports jacket just in case we are able to get first class.

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