FAA leads safety summit after a string of near-miss incidents
Following several near-miss incidents throughout 2023, the United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) organized a safety summit,…
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United Airlines (UAL) is a major American airline headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Operating an extensive domestic and international route network, United is a significant player in global aviation. The airline, alongside its regional partners, serves hundreds of destinations across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Known for its comprehensive route map and substantial fleet size, United Airlines holds a prominent position within the Star Alliance, a leading global airline alliance.
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NTSB to probe near-miss involving American and United Airlines aircraft
The United States (US) National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will investigate another near-miss incident at a US airport.…
Bomb threat note found in bathroom onboard United Airlines flight
A note found in the bathroom of a mid-air United Airlines flight reportedly made a threat that there…
Prior to the JetBlue-Spirit deal, when did DOJ last block an airline merger?
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced that it would block JetBlue’s bid to merge with…
Man arrested for stabbing flight attendant, trying to open emergency exit: video
A man has been arrested and charged for allegedly attempting to open an emergency exit door while aboard…
United Airlines names Oscar the Grouch as Chief Trash Officer
United Airlines announced that Oscar the Grouch, a long-standing executive at Sesame Street, will take on the role…
Boeing hands over a 787 to United Airlines despite delivery pause
Boeing has delivered a 787-10 to United Airlines despite the manufacturer halting deliveries due to issues with an…
United Airlines creates $100M fund to invest in SAF
United Airlines is launching a new $100M venture fund to invest in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The new “United…
United Airlines will let families sit together for free with new booking policy
A few days after the White House announced it was going to crack down on airlines charging families…
NTSB targets flap retraction, crew action on United altitude loss in Hawaii
The National Safety Transportation Board (NTSB), which began its inquiry into the sudden loss of altitude on a…
United Airlines Boeing 777 loses more than 1,000 feet of altitude on take-off
A United Airlines Boeing 777-200, registered as N212UA, lost more than 1,000 feet of altitude after taking off…
Four UA flight attendants hospitalized after pax’s laptop battery catches fire
A United Airlines flight from San Diego International Airport (SAN) bound for Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) was…
US airlines respond to Biden‘s SOTU Address
Airlines for America (A4A), an industry trade organization and a lobby group, responded to comments made by the…
United Airlines faces $1.1M fine proposed by FAA over pre-flight system check
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a $1,149,306 civil penalty against United Airlines after allegedly failing to…
Fire at Houston Airport temporarily grounds United Airlines flights
A fire that broke at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has prompted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)…
United ends 2022 profitably for the first time since 2019
United Airlines has managed to end 2022 with a net profit, the first time the company has managed…
United Airlines brings back popular business class ice cream sundae cart
United Airlines is bringing back a popular treat next month after announcing the return of its ice cream…
Wandering cat onboard United Airlines flight gets mid-air reunion with owner
Not all cats who wander are lost. Such is the tale of one feline who was reunited with…