Flew several times with these cowboys, in the last few weeks. The staff have all been lovely. But there are not enough of them.
Main issue is that on two transatlantic flights, we were placed in narrow bodied aircraft. This was particularly an issue on the overnight leg coming home, as it was very uncomfortable.
I would say United is operating as a budget airline, and I would not choose them for any sort of long haul flight.
If they are honest enough to advertise themselves as no frills, it will give people the choice - as it is I feel cheated, as I have paid more for another carrier.