United versus Spirit on a New York-Chicago hot dog run
The average passenger wouldn’t say there is much in common between United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. But when my annual “go to Chicago an... Continue Reading
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United CIO explains ‘every flight has a story’ initiative
It’s 9:30 am at Newark gate C75, and United Airlines flight 131 is buttoning up for the long flight to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. An AvGeek, yo... Continue Reading
Resuming MAX 9 flying, Alaska Airlines vows to inspect new jets
As it resumed flying the Boeing 737 MAX 9 yesterday, Alaska Airlines vowed to incorporate door plug inspections into its induction of any ne... Continue Reading
Alaska and United discover loose door plug hardware on some MAX 9s
Alaska Airlines and United Airlines have discovered loose door plug hardware on some of their Boeing 737 MAX 9 twinjets during preliminary i... Continue Reading
Press Release: United, Lufthansa Group and Deutsche Bahn build on pact
United Airlines, Lufthansa Group and Deutsche Bahn have announced a new commercial cooperation that will offer greater choice and enhanced c... Continue Reading
United Airlines’ Polaris impresses aboard 777-200 on HND-SFO
Having been a loyal fan of Alaska Airlines and Delta for more than a decade, I managed to completely miss United Airlines’ flagship in... Continue Reading
United delivers stellar Basic Economy experience on 767-300ER
While I’m not typically the type of passenger to book a basic economy fare, sometimes a good deal is just too good to pass up. Whether it wa... Continue Reading
Press Release: United will improve PaxEx for wheelchair passengers: DOT
Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced that United Airlines will implement industry-leading actions that go above an... Continue Reading
Why United’s decision to add Braille to its cabins is profound
United Airlines recently announced it is in the process of adding Braille signage in the cabins of its mainline fleet, including for seat ro... Continue Reading
United short-hop flight underscores the power of its amazing app
At just 229 miles as the crow flies, United’s route between Washington Dulles (IAD) and New York LaGuardia (LGA) has become one of my most f... Continue Reading
Press Release: United becomes first US airline to add Braille to cabins
United today became the first U.S. airline to add Braille to aircraft interiors, helping millions of travelers with visual disabilities more... Continue Reading
Press Release: Wireless charging comes to United domestic first class
United today introduced a new domestic first class seat that includes a wireless charging station in every arm rest. The new United First® s... Continue Reading
Press Release: Panasonic and United ink Astrova IFE deal for long-haul
Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic Avionics) has today announced an agreement with United Airlines (United) as its first customer in ... Continue Reading
Retrofitted A319 with new United Next interior ready for service
Nearly two years after United Airlines revealed an ambitious refurbishment program to install its new ‘United Next’ signature in... Continue Reading
Press Release: United finalizes Boeing 737 MAX and record 787 order
Boeing and United Airlines today announced the carrier is investing in its future fleet with an order for 100 787 airplanes, with the option... Continue Reading