Here, I will contrast what it is like to fly United Airlines economy class versus Frontier Airlines economy class on the same route. The differences are substantial, but then again so was the price. Frontier Vs. United: An Economy...
Review: United Airlines 737-900 Economy Class
I flew on a well-worn 737-900 in economy class from Denver to Ontario, California on United Airlines. While not my favorite aircraft, I enjoyed plenty of legroom and efficient service in the Economy Plus section of the main cabin....
Review: United Airlines A319 First Class
For my trip home from Milwaukee, I chose United Airlines and flew an Airbus A319 aircraft in first class from MKE to DEN. I enjoyed a smooth and productive flight. United Airlines A319 First Class Review Booking My ticket...
United Airlines Captain Grounded After Antisemitic Tirade
A United Airlines captain has been grounded after an inflammatory post that appeared to praise the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel went viral on social media. Like the Qatar Airways issue earlier today, I find myself taking a more...
Chicken Meatballs In United Airlines First Class
I have to admit, United Airlines is on a roll lately when it comes to meals in domestic first class. I think the carrier has finally realized that simpler is better and my chicken meatballs this week hit the...
Why Service Will End Earlier On Your Next United Airlines Flight
United Airlines is implementing a new rule for flight attendants that will lead to cabins being prepared for landing earlier than at present in an effort to protect them from injury from turbulence. United Airlines Implements New Rule To...
Delta CEO Dismisses United’s New Boarding Process, Then Says He May Copy It…
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian was asked about United Airlines’ new boarding process and after seemingly dismissing it, said he would actually adopt it if ends up working. Delta Air Lines Open To WILMA Boarding On October 26,...
UPDATE: United Airlines Will Not Resume Service To Israel On November 24
UPDATE: United Airlines will NOT resume service to Israel on November 24, 2023 as earlier reported. Initial reports, blamed on a public relations agency contracted by United, were incorrect. A United spokesperson told Live And Let’s Fly: Our Tel...
Eek: United Would Require How Much Spending For Status?
United Mileage Plus was applauded for adding an option to earn status via spending-only this week and not raising qualification rates, but taking a closer look, it might be impossible to do. If you are considering booking travel or signing up...
United Airlines Must Upgrade Premium Transcontinental Meals. Now.
Earlier this week I wrote about how Andrew Nocella, the Chief Commercial Officer at United Airlines, has taken a hands-on approach to improving in-flight meal service at United. While I commend the progress he has made, he needs to...
United Airlines Makes It Easier To Earn Elite Status With Credit Card Spending (Especially 1K Status)
Not only will United Airlines leave spending requirements unchanged next year to earn MileagePlus elite status, it will make it easier than ever before to earn elite status based on credit card spending. With these changes, Premier 1K status...
Confirmed: United Airlines Won’t Raise Elite Status Requirements In 2024
United Airlines will not raise spending requirements to earn MileagePlus Premier elite status in 2024. In fact, it will still give a starter bonus, as it has the last two years. No Change To United MileagePlus Premier Status Spending...
United Airlines Adds Florida Flights To Winter Schedule, Including Non-Hub Routes
United Airlines will offer more flights to Florida this winter than it ever has, with a 20% increase over last year and even a return of some non-hub routes. For snow seekers, more ski routes have been added as...
United Airlines Promises More Meal Service Improvements
“I do think if you fly United today the food experience is dramatically better than where it was a year ago.” -Andrew Nocella, Chief Commercial Officer at United Airlines I would wholeheartedly agree. But the work is not done....
Ropa Vieja Enchiladas On United Airlines
My expectations were not high for the Ropa Vieja enchiladas on United Airlines, but it turned out they were quite good and will be my go-to dish going forward on domestic flights. Taste Test: Ropa Vieja Enchiladas On United...
United Airlines Faces Another “Young, White, Blonde” Charter Flight Lawsuit
A new lawsuit alleges that United Airlines kowtowed to the desire of the Los Angeles Dodgers to place young, white, blonde flight attendants on its charter flights for the baseball team. But will such an accusation be proven in...
Review: United Airlines A319 Economy Class
A bulkhead seat makes a lot of difference in economy class on a United Airlines Airbus A319. In fact, the ample legroom made my flight from New York to Denver quite comfortable. United Airlines A319 Economy Class Review It...
United Airlines 767-300 Declares Emergency, Diverts To London Heathrow
3:05 PM ET: Updated with statement from United Airlines A Washington-bound United Airlines flight has just diverted to London Heathrow after declaring an emergency due to an unspecified mechanical issue. UA925 Diverts To Heathrow After Mechanical Issue Onboard Earlier...
Review: United Club New York LaGuardia (LGA)
The United Club in New York LaGuardia has friendly staff and a nice selection of food and drink. United Club New York LaGuardia Review (LGA) This review of the United Club in New York LaGuardia (LGA) highlights my recent...
United Airlines Adds Mid-Flight Tapas Service On Longhaul Polaris Route (Full Menu)
United Airlines is adding a mid-flight tapas-style meal service on its longhaul flights between San Francisco and Singapore in November 2023 and Live And Let’s Fly has now learned what will be on the menu. United Airlines Tapas Menu...
