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Does it matter where you sit if you’re sipping Champagne in first class? United Airlines

is betting that for some travelers looking for luxury at a discount, it doesn’t.

The carrier is launching new, cheaper tiers for its top-end Polaris and premium economy cabins that come with many of the same perks — but plenty of restrictions too.

Starting this spring, United will offer “Base” Polaris fares which will include a spot in the airline’s long-haul business class cabins featuring lie-flat seats, but will charge those customers extra for advanced seat selection.