Why United Airlines Just Sent 14 Boeing 777-200s To The Desert Instead Of Fixing Its Pratt & Whitney Engines
What was the reason behind the Star Alliance carrier's decision?
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National Guard Pilot Sues United Airlines Over Denied Leave For Pregnant Wife
A National Guard soldier has filed a federal lawsuit against United Airlines, alleging the carrier violated his federal protections.
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United Airlines faces lawsuit over “window seats” without actual windows
A California judge has allowed a class-action lawsuit against United Airlines to proceed after a passenger alleged the airline charged extra for a window seat that had no window. The lawsuit claims United misled customers by selling certain seats as “window seats” during the booking process, even though some aircraft configurations—such as certain Boeing 737s, […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban9 Jul
United Airlines Loses Bid To Dismiss Lawsuit Over 'Windowless' Window Seats
United Airlines faces a lawsuit after passengers paid for window seats, only to find upon boarding that their seats had no actual windows, in a case that could have far-reaching implications for the airline industry.
United Airlines Froze Its 2026 Premier Status Thresholds, But Quietly Rewired Who Actually Earns Miles
The status requirements are the same, but the program itself has changed fundamentally.
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America’s 250th Anniversary: Celebrated with Special Liveries
Airlines celebrated with America250 with special liveries for the United States’ 250th semiquincentennial anniversary on July 4, 2026. The official corporate airline partner of the national America250 organisation is American Airlines, alongside several other major domestic carriers introducing their own designs. United Airlines The “Stars and Stripes” livery features a deep blue fuselage, diagonal red-and-white […]
Travel Radar•Holly Snow6 Jul
United’s Cursed 787 Is Still “Broken,” Even After Being Sent Back To Boeing
United Airlines is really having some bad luck with one of its newest Boeing 787-9s, which also features the carrier’s brand new interiors. The plane has had an incredible number of maintenance issues since entering service, to the point that the plane was sent back to Boeing to be repaired. After around 10 days with Boeing, the plane returned to service… only to still have issues.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig4 Jul
United CEO Scott Kirby: United Is World’s Best Airline, USA Is World’s Best Country
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has just published his July 4th message to employees at the airline, as shared by Live and Let’s Fly. To Kirby’s credit, he’s consistent in his messaging. That being said, he sure takes some liberties both with how he views his airline, and how he ”ranks” the United States…
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig3 Jul
United Airlines Bet Its Premium Future On 1 Boeing 787-9 & It Keeps Breaking Down
One of United's new 787s has been flown to Boeing for repairs.
United announces new nonstop flights from Houston and Washington, D.C. to Cartagena
United Airlines announces the launch of a new nonstop service from Houston and Washington, D.C., to Cartagena
Airline Routes & Ground Services•Eddie Saunders30 Jun
United Airlines Launches New Nonstop Flights to Cartagena from Houston and Washington, D.C.
United Airlines has announced a new year-round nonstop service from its hubs in Houston (IAH) and Washington Dulles (IAD) to Cartagena, Colombia (CTG), starting December 17, 2026.
AviationSource News•Len Varley30 Jun
United Launches Brand-New Nonstop Service To Cartagena From 2 Major US Hubs
United Airlines announces its third Colombian destination, Cartagena, the airline's four-weekly flights from Houston and Washington Dulles.
Delta Air Lines Challenges United with New Nonstop EWR-LAX Flights
Delta Air Lines will target one of United Airlines strongest markets, with the planned commencement of Newark (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX) flights set for April 2027.
AviationSource News•Len Varley29 JunA
United Airlines Shanghai–San Francisco flight diverts to Tokyo after disruptive passenger incident
A United Airlines Boeing 777-300ER (registration N2138U) operating flight UA858 from Shanghai to San Francisco was forced to divert to Tokyo Narita Airport after a passenger became disruptive shortly after departure on June 24. The aircraft, carrying 285 passengers and 16 crew members, landed in Japan, where local police met the flight and removed the […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban28 Jun
Why United Airlines' Same Premium Plus Seat Now Sells As 3 Different Products
United's Premium Plus seat is no longer considered a singular product; instead, three tiers have been introduced to further unbundle premium economy.
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United jet narrowly misses drone while landing at Newark
A United Airlines Boeing 737-700 (registration N54711) carrying 106 passengers and five crew members narrowly avoided a collision with a drone while approaching Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) on Friday, prompting a Federal Aviation Administration investigation. The crew of flight UA1513 from Key West (EYW) reported spotting a circular drone, estimated to be about three […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban28 Jun
Coast-To-Coast: United Airlines Debuts 2 Brand-New 6‑Hour 737 MAX Routes Today
The introduction of these flights will provide a new way to travel to the region of New England.
United Sends 1st 'Elevated' 787-9 Back To Boeing After Weeks Of Issues
The first Boeing 787 to be fitted with United Airlines’ elevated onboard cabin has been plagued with several problems since its delivery. It now appears that the jet, registered N61101, has been sent back to Boeing!
United Airlines Has Quietly Hired 1 Military Pilot Class Per Week Since 2024: Here's How
A closer look at how United streamlines the transition from a military jet to a commercial flight deck.