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Through this new process, United will assign passengers to seven boarding groups. It will still use a preboarding system for certain customers, such as those with disabilities, unaccompanied minors and active duty military. First-class and business-class passengers will follow. Then window, exit row seats and nonrevenue passengers will board, followed by middle and aisle seats.