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United Airlines News

The latest news and analysis of United Airlines, including breaking news, executive interviews, earnings coverage, and analysis of its competitors.

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United Airlines Flight Attendants Take Step Toward Strike — 99.9% Vote Yes

United flight attendants are the latest to vote overwhelmingly for a strike as flight attendant negotiations have become particularly contentious this past year.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

United Airlines Flight Attendants Take Step Toward Strike — 99.9% Vote Yes

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Who’s Winning the U.S. Airline Loyalty Game?

Running a profitable airline in the U.S. is increasingly about loyalty, not just logistics. All of the ‘Big Three’ lean heavily on frequent flyer programs and co-branded credit cards to help drive revenue - but who came out on top in Q2?

Pranjal Pande and Gordon Smith, Skift | 4 weeks ago

Who’s Winning the U.S. Airline Loyalty Game?

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From Leaders to Laggards: What Went Wrong With the Ultra Low-Cost Carriers?

High unit costs, reduced operational efficiencies, and increased competition from network carriers have combined to create a significant challenge for ultra low-cost carriers in the U.S.

Ashab Rizvi | 2 months ago

From Leaders to Laggards: What Went Wrong With the Ultra Low-Cost Carriers?

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Delta and United Suspend Flights to Tel Aviv Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

U.S. carriers are halting flights to Tel Aviv after the killing of a Hamas political leader sparked concerns that a war could break out in the region.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

Delta and United Suspend Flights to Tel Aviv Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

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Appeals Court Blocks Airline ‘Junk Fee’ Rule

An appeals court argued that the rule “likely exceeds the DOT’s authority and would irreparably harm airlines.”

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

Appeals Court Blocks Airline ‘Junk Fee’ Rule

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American Airlines Profits Sink 46% as It Recovers From Direct Booking Blunder

American’s profits declined 46% in the second quarter as it reels from a controversial direct selling strategy and an imbalance in domestic seats.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

American Airlines Profits Sink 46% as It Recovers From Direct Booking Blunder

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FAA Launches Audit Into Southwest After Safety Incidents

Southwest is the second carrier to be under an FAA audit this year due to a series of widely-reported safety incidents.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

FAA Launches Audit Into Southwest After Safety Incidents

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Delta’s Meltdown Enters Day 4 After IT Outage

Delta entered another day of massive flight disruptions after an IT outage just days earlier overwhelmed its crew scheduling system.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

Delta’s Meltdown Enters Day 4 After IT Outage

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Delta CEO Apologizes for Ongoing Flight Disruptions Caused by IT Outage

Since Friday's outage, Delta has struggled to bounce back. CEO Ed Bastian said an issue with Delta's crew scheduling tool caused the continued flight disruptions.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

Delta CEO Apologizes for Ongoing Flight Disruptions Caused by IT Outage

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American Airlines Reaches Deal With Flight Attendants, Ending Years of Tense Negotiations

Negotiations between American and its flight attendants became so tense that their union told members to be prepared to strike this summer. The tentative deal now makes it unlikely that flight attendants could stage a summer strike.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

American Airlines Reaches Deal With Flight Attendants, Ending Years of Tense Negotiations