Greensboro Among First to Fly on World’s Only Two-Cabin, 50-Seat Aircraft

United will fly revolutionary CRJ 550 from Piedmont Triad International Airport starting on Oct. 27; New aircraft offers more legroom, storage and amenities than any other regional aircraft.

United customers in Greensboro will soon enjoy a revolutionary regional flying experience with the introduction of the airline’s Bombardier CRJ 550 – an innovative 50-seat aircraft featuring more legroom, storage and amenities than other regional aircraft flying today. United will begin offering local customers flights on the CRJ-550 to Chicago O’Hare beginning Sunday, Oct. 27, making Piedmont Triad International Airport one of the very first airports to boast service on this first-of-its-kind aircraft.

 The CRJ-550 is the world’s only 50-seat regional aircraft to offer true first-class seating and other premium amenities, including:

•     Space for every customer to bring a roller bag on board.

•      A self-serve refreshment center for United First customers featuring a wide assortment of snacks and beverages.

•      More overall legroom per seat than any other 50-seat aircraft flown by a U.S. airline.

•      The ability to stay connected while in flight with United Wi-Fi.