US airlines join partnership on sustainable aviation fuel
US airlines have joined a partner of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), part of efforts to boost production and…
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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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Court rules United Airlines can put workers with vax exemptions on unpaid leave
A federal court judge has denied the request of United Airlines’ employees to block the airline’s mandate to…
United Airlines says unvaccinated pilots are costing it millions per month
United Airlines has said in a court filing that its unvaccinated pilots are costing the airline about $1.4…
Remains of missing United Airlines exec found in a forest preserve in Chicago
Human remains discovered at Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve Illinois on Friday afternoon have been identified as Jacob Cefolia,…
United reports Q3 profit as travel demand rebounds
United Airlines reported a net income of $473 million in the third quarter of 2021, citing a rebound…
United Airlines to fire 232 employees for failing to comply with vaccine mandate
United Airlines is firing 232 employees who have refused to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The move was made…
Where do major US carriers stand on COVID-19 vaccination mandates for employees?
In September 2021, the Biden administration unveiled a detailed national strategy to combat COVID-19. Included in that plan…
United boosts domestic schedule to meet surge in holiday travel
United Airlines plans to boost its domestic schedule by adding more than 3,500 flights in December 2021. The…
Number of unvaccinated UA staff drops from 593 to 320 after ‘firing deadline’
The number of United Airlines employees facing termination has dropped from 593 to 320 after the airline said…
United Airlines fined $1.9 M by Transportation Department over tarmac delays
United Airlines was fined by the U.S. Department of Transportation on September 24, 2021, $1.9 Million for violating…
UA staff with religious exemptions from COVID vaccine to be put on unpaid leave
United Airlines employees who were granted exemptions from getting vaccinations against COVID-19 for religious reasons will be put…
US airlines hit bumps in recovery as COVID cases rise
Air travel recovery has hit some turbulence due to the rise in COVID cases in the United States,…
“Biggest SAF deal in aviation history”: United, Honeywell invest in Alder Fuels
United Airlines and Honeywell are investing millions of dollars in a cleantech company that produces sustainable aviation fuel…
United Airlines may keep Boeing 777s grounded until 2022
The United Airlines Boeing 777-200 planes, powered with Pratt & Whitney engines, may stay grounded until early 2022.…
United Airlines to loosen strict crew appearance standards
United Airlines plans to reorganize the appearance standards for its employees, including cabin crew, pilots, and gate agents. The…
United Airlines to make COVID-19 vaccine mandatory for staff
The Chicago-based United Airlines plans to follow other world’s air carriers’ steps and require its employees to get…
Top 10 airline marketing failures
Failure is useful for a myriad of reasons. It can be interesting, amusing or even a teaching moment.…
Close call at CDG: Dreamliner almost lands on A320 due to ATC mistake
On July 20, 2020, a United Airlines Boeing 787-10 approached a runway of Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)…