United Airlines
The latest on United Airlines. Also referred to as United, it is one of the largest airlines in the United States. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United has 238 domestic destinations and 118 international destinations. Founded in 1931, it is currently the third largest airline in the world.
The Best Airlines That Allow You To Fly With Your Pets On Board
Are you planning on going on a family holiday with your furry friends? First check which airlines allow your pet on board, and what are the requirements.
United Airlines Plane Catches Fire, Forcing Passengers to Evacuate: Video
The fire broke out after the plane landed safely on the airport's runway.
Flight Cancellations in 2022 Have Already Soared Past Last Year's Total
2022 is set to be one of the worst years ever for air passengers as airlines have become "over-zealous" with scheduling.
Ted Cruz Wasn't Recognized by Cop Asked to Deal With Him at Montana Airport
Officials said a security officer was asked to "assist with a frustrated passenger" at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport.
FAA Mandates Safety Measures for Boeing Following Reports of Failing Parts
The new regulations mandate increased inspections and plane modifications in response to incidents of serious engine failure.
Ted Cruz Says People Hug Him on Planes for Protesting Vaccine Mandates
The GOP Senator also exaggerated the number of people who have been fired by United Airlines for not complying with vaccine mandate in a video that has gone viral.
United Airlines Passenger Allegedly Rapes Woman During Flight: Police
Police are investigating the incident alleged to have taken place on an overnight flight from Newark, New Jersey, to London.
Woman Gives Birth on Transatlantic Flight to D.C. With Doctor's Help
The baby was delivered with the help of a doctor who just happened to be on the flight and a member of the crew who has been trained as a nurse.
U.S. and China Block Each Other's Carrier Flights From Landing
The U.S. said Friday that it was suspending 44 flights from Chinese carriers after China recently suspended 44 U.S. flights over COVID concerns.
Emirates Suspends Flights to Some U.S. Cities Over 5G Concerns
The Dubai-based airline announced it has suspended flights to nine major U.S. cities until further notice.
Airlines Take Steps in Face of Winter Weather by Offering Travel Waivers
Winter Storm "Izzy" is expected to hit a swath of the country.
Delta Air Lines COVID Surge Hit 8K Workers, Canceled 2,200 Flights
Delta Air Lines officials said that while they were negatively impacted by the Omicron surge, they expect to see recovery in a few months.
United Cancels Flights After Thousands Test for COVID, Zero Staff Deaths
In an open letter to United Airlines employees, CEO Scott Kirby said that roughly 3,000 United employees are currently sick with COVID.
Flight Attendant Accused of Using Fake Identity for 23 Years on the Job
Ricardo César Guedes is accused of assuming the identity of William Ericson Ladd, a child who died in 1979 shortly before his fifth birthday.
United Airlines Paying Pilots Triple Time, or More, to Take Open Flights
Winter storms and COVID-19 concerns have caused thousands of flights to be grounded across the U.S. in just the past few days.
US Travelers Face Ongoing Cancellations as COVID Decimates Flight Crews
Airlines were ready for the number of travelers to return to near pre-pandemic levels. What they weren't ready for was the highly contagious Omicron variant.
Flights Canceled After Christmas Day As Omicron Misery Continues
Today at least 562 flights inside, out of and within the U.S. had been canceled in part due to plane crews coming down with COVID-19.
Christmas Travel Ruined As COVID Surges and Thousands of Flights Canceled
In the U.S. alone there have been hundreds of canceled or delayed flights as travellers try to get home for Christmas.
Over 300 United Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Flights Canceled on Christmas Eve
Airlines have cited a surge in cases of the Omicron variant, which on Monday became the dominant source of new infections in the U.S.
Christmas Eve Travel Chaos as United, Delta, Alaska Cancel Over 200 Flights
"The nationwide spike in Omicron cases this week has had a direct impact on our flight crews and the people who run our operation," United Airlines said.
Video of Banned Passenger Wearing Thong as Face Mask Viewed 450K Times
"I think the best way to illustrate absurdity is with absurdity," the passenger said afterward.
Video Shows COVID-Hit Southwest CEO Cough Unmasked Near Other Airline CEOs
Gary Kelly, who tested positive for COVID-19 after questioning masks' benefits, sat near Delta, United, American airline bosses.
Disability Activist Dies After United Airlines Destroyed Custom Wheelchair
"Mobility devices are an extension of our bodies. When they are damaged or destroyed, we become re-disabled," Engracia Figueroa said in July.
Skywest Airlines Outage Sparks Delays, Cancellations of Hundreds of Flights
U.S. regional carrier Skywest Airlines was reportedly hit by technical problems, resulting in grounded flights across the country.
Passenger Kicked Off Flight Over Approved Medical Device He Needs to Live
"I had a full-blown panic attack and it made me infuriated at the same time. You can't treat people that way," passenger Adron Mccarter said.
Thousands of United Workers to Be Fired, Furloughed over COVID Vaccines
United said that more than 97 percent of its U.S. employees had taken the shot, but the 2,000 plus holdouts appear ready to put up a fight.
United Airlines Says System Outage Resolved After U.S. Flights Stopped
United Airlines was hit by a system-wide outage, preventing boarding at some airports across the country. Flights restarted after about 45 minutes.
United Airlines Banned Almost 1,000 Passengers During Pandemic
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the company's mask-related incidents have decreased 50 percent this year.
Thousands of Refund Complaints Prompt Investigation of 20 U.S. Airlines
The Transportation Department said that it received around 30,000 complaints about airline refunds during the pandemic.
Airlines and Amtrak Could Require Proof of Vaccine if New Bill Passes
"Requiring airport and Amtrak travelers and employees to provide a proof of COVID vaccine or negative test is just common sense," Representative Don Beyer said.
