United Airlines pilots union moves closer to strike
The United Airlines pilots union has unanimously voted to authorize a strike vote, as pilots demand better pay and working conditions from United Airlines.
Airlines ranked from best to worst in 2023 by The Points Guy: Where does your loyalty lie?
The Points Guy released a report of the best airlines in 2023 based on reliability, experience, costs and loyalty — see if your favorite made this year's list.
United adds flights, new routes at major hub
United Airlines deepened its investment into its Denver hub by adding new flights and new routes. It's part of a $1 billion investment to improve its Denver service.
United Airlines CEO: Biden administration's travel compensation plan is 'bad public policy,' poses safety risk
United Airlines’ CEO speaks out against a Biden administration push to require airlines to pay passengers when there is a controllable airline cancelation or delay.
United Airlines pilots picket demanding wage increases as airlines threaten strike
United Airlines pilots are picketing at 10 major airports across the U.S. on Friday in support of union demands for better pay and conditions from the carrier.
United Airlines to hire 15,000 in preparation for busy summer
United Airlines is preparing for an anticipated surge in summer travel passengers with an ambitious plan to hire 15,000 workers this year.
Passenger on United Airlines flight to Texas allegedly punches flight attendants, attempts to jump from plane
An angry passenger was caught on camera punching an United Airlines employee while boarding a flight from San Francisco, California to Houston, Texas.
United Airlines warns of macro risks, says ready to act if economy softens further
United Airlines prepares for the worst as market pessimism continues to mount after the failure of banks including SVB and Signature and forecasts improved profit.
United Airlines offers daughter of Bulls' DeMar DeRozan free flight to Miami after viral free-throw defense
United Airlines wants to ensure that the daughter of Chicago Bulls star DeMar DeRozan is at Friday's game against the Miami Heat after her viral free-throw defense tactics.
International airfare prices surge past 2019 levels
Flight prices for international bookings this summer are already averaging over $1,000. Demand for such trips continues to surge now that travelers aren't held up by any COVID-19 restrictions.
United adds more international routes this summer due to strong demand
United Airlines announced that it is adding nearly 25 new international routes this summer in response to 'soaring overseas" demand. The airline will fly to 114 international cities.
United Airlines flight returns to Houston for emergency landing following 'mechanical issue'
A United Airlines plane that suffered a “mechanical issue" shortly after taking off from Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston on Tuesday night made an emergency landing.
United Airlines seeks to launch commercial flying taxi service in Chicago within 2 years
United Airlines has partnered with Archer Aviation and plans to launch an electric flying air taxi service between O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and downtown Vertiport Chicago in 2025.
These are the worst airlines for cancellations, delays
The U.S. Department of Transportation released its December 2022 Air Travel Consumer Report on Thursday, ranking airlines on cancellation rates, on-time arrivals
Biden admin urges Congress to ban family seating fees on airlines
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg urged Congress to pass legislation that would bar airlines from charging families to sit together, also known as "junk fees."
United passengers tackle man who allegedly tried to open emergency exit door, stabbed flight attendant mid-air
A passenger onboard a United Airlines flight between LA and Boston allegedly tried to open a door mid-flight and attempted to stab a flight attendant.
Two United Airlines planes make contact at Boston’s Logan Airport, prompting FAA investigation
The FAA has launched an investigation Monday after two United Airlines planes made contact while waiting to take off from Boston Logan International Airport.
Biden, Buttigieg call on airlines to drop family seating fees
President Biden and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg are calling on major carriers to
United Airlines creates fund for sustainable aviation fuel
United Airlines has been one of the most aggressive airlines in acting on climate change. Aviation has struggled to decarbonize over the weight of batteries.
United Airlines changes family seating policy
United Airlines improved its family seating policy less than a year after federal officials urged all airlines to make it easier for families to sit together on planes at no extra cost.