Top

I flew on United’s regional jet with more premium seats than regular economy and was impressed with the amenities but found the tight seats disappointing

Get the Insider App
A personalized feed, summary mode, and ad-free experience.

Download the app

Close icon Two crossed lines that form an ‘X’. It indicates a way to close an interaction, or dismiss a notification.

  • United Airlines’ operates the world’s only two-cabin 50-seater regional jet — the converted CRJ550.
  • I flew the premium-heavy plane from New York to Washington DC in economy and was disappointed by the lack of seat space.
  • Nevertheless, I was impressed with the plane’s unique features, like the walk-up snack bar and luggage rack.