84% Increase: United Airlines Spent An Extra $2.3 Billion In Fuel Costs During Q2
One of the world's largest carriers is being throttled by fuel prices.
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United Airlines' Huge New Denver Training Center Could Bring 6,000 Jobs By 2030
United is preparing for decades of growth, with a massive new training campus set to expand pilot capacity and reshape its Denver footprint.
United Airlines Raises Outlook, Higher Fares Offset $6 Billion in Added Fuel Expense
United is betting that it will continue to see high travel demand in the second half of 2026 as it stares down at an additional $6 billion in fuel costs.
Skift Airlines•Meghna Maharishi15 Jul
How A Regional First Officer Becomes A United Airlines Boeing 787 Captain Earning $443 Per Hour
A closer look at the process of going from having zero flight hours to being a United captain.
United Passenger Gets Entire Boeing 737 To Himself After British Airways Abandoned Him
A United Airlines passenger ended up as the sole occupant on board a Boeing 737 after he was reportedly abandoned by British Airways at Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport on the 4th of July.
United MileagePlus Selling Miles At A Discount: Is It Worth It, Though?
Strategically buying miles & points can represent a great deal, especially for luxury travel. United Airlines MileagePlus has just launched its newest sale on purchased miles. As usual, different members may be targeted for different offers.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig15 Jul
United Airlines Unveils Innovative Economy Plus Seats on New Airbus A321XLR
All 50 of United Airlines' new Airbus A321XLR aircraft will include a special row in Economy Plus® with open middle seats, repurposed as shared spaces with large custom tables.
AviationSource News•Len Varley15 Jul
United Ordered 45 A350s… Then Walked Away
Earlier this year, United Airlines signaled the removal of the Airbus A350-900 aircraft type from its order book. As per the SEC or Securities and Exchange Commission 10-K filing, this decision was made on the basis that the engine manufacturer for the aircraft type had breached a contract. So in this video, we take a look at how a contract dispute between United Airlines and Rolls-Royce has placed one of the airline industry’s longest-running aircraft orders in doubt, why a $175 million payment is now at the center of a legal battle, and how the future of 45 Airbus A350s suddenly became uncertain.
Why United Airlines Doesn't Want Its Airbus A320s Anymore
United is retiring its aging Airbus A320s in favor of fuel-efficient A321neos, boosting capacity, cutting costs, and modernizing passenger experience.
Shocking: United Airlines' New 16-Hour Ultra-Long Route Is Only 53% Full
Because of the poor initial result, many flights have been removed for the second season. Find out more here!
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The Rising Cost of United’s 767 Fleet
United Airlines has a 767 problem. There are 53 in service, and the youngest are the -400s, averaging 24.4 years
Air Insight•Addison Schonland14 Jul
United Airlines Invents Euro-Business: Sells It As Economy Plus
One row of blocked middle seats will be available on each of the carrier's Airbus A321XLRs.
United Blocking Two Seats On New A321XLR Jets: That’s Probably Bad News
I commend United Airlines for all of its innovation as of late, particularly when it comes to the passenger experience. Along those lines, the airline recently took delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, which is the new long range, narrow body jet that’s becoming increasingly popular with airlines.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig14 Jul
Why This Rule Is Quietly Forcing United Airlines' Boeing 777-200s Into The Desert
New climate policies are increasing the operating costs of older aircraft.
United Airlines Adds 17 New Destinations: See The Full List Now
Seven are international and ten are domestic. Find them all here!
Why Delta, American, & United Airlines Elites Should Almost Never Book Basic Economy In 2026
Basic economy has become the single biggest trap for anyone who holds an elite status with the Big Three US carriers. Why is this the case?
Here's What A Senior United Airlines Flight Attendant Will Actually Earn When The $100/Hour Rate Hits In 2030
A closer look at the math.
Cracked? Woman Claims United Airlines Flew Damaged 30-Year-Old Boeing 777, Sparking Uproar
The viral photo has gained traction among travelers.
Confused Private Jet Pilot Flies Into Path Of United 787, But ATC Is A Mess Too
There’s some fascinating air traffic control audio of a private jet departing Teterboro Airport (TEB) essentially flying directly into the path of a United Airlines wide body aircraft landing at Newark Airport (EWR). This private jet pilot seems wholly unprepared to fly in such busy airspace (especially with his lack of situational awareness), but some blame also has to go to the air traffic controller…
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig12 Jul
Why A Rumored United Airlines' Ultra-Long-Haul Flight Could Become Among The Most Profitable Routes In Aviation
Will United Airlines really dare to commence flights between San Francisco and India?