United Airlines has debuted a new first class seat for use on domestic aircraft that features a number of upgrades including wireless mobile phone charging, seatback screens, and additional privacy. New First Class Seat With Wireless Charging On United...
United Airlines CEO Blames Climate Change For Flight Delays
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has blamed bad weather, reduced Federal Aviation Administration staffing, and the closure of Canadian airspace for United’s recent operational woes. Now he is adding climate change (which causes thunderstorms)to the list of reasons for...
United Aviate Academy Faces Concerning Allegations
A concerning set of allegations have been levied against the United Aviate Academy, an in-house flight training school at United Airlines. Concerning Allegations Suggest Trouble At Showcase United Aviate Academy In February 2020, United acquired its own flight school,...
The Crazy Reason UA19 From Newark To Milan Was Delayed…
I’ve heard of some crazy delays over the years, but nothing quite like the delay of United Airlines flight UA19 to Milan on Sunday. On the one hand, the delay was pathetic. On the other hand, it was genius....
United Airlines 737-800 Business Class To San Pedro Sula And Back
I enjoyed a quick jaunt down to San Pedro Sula, Honduras from Los Angeles nonstop on United Airlines onboard a 737-800 in business class. Flight Review: United Airlines 737-800 Business Class Los Angeles – San Pedro Sula – Los...
United Airlines CEO Offers Detailed Explanation Of What Led To Operational Meltdown This Week
Another story on United Airlines today thanks to a long note to staff that CEO Scott Kirby just sent out. Kirby has put together a timeline seeking to explain what happened and exactly why United suffered an operational meltdown...
United Airlines Offers Massive Mileage Compensation To Atone For Operational Woes
I just received an email in my inbox offering me 30,000 United MileagePlus miles in compensation for the operational woes this week that upended my trip to Newark and wasted hours of my time. It is a nice gesture....
In Defense Of United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby: Those Calling On Him To Resign Are Crazy
There is no question that United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby erred in taking a private jet to his home in Colorado while his airline melted down and thousands of passengers and crew members were stranded. But calls for his...
United Airlines CEO Caught Flying Private Jet When United Could Not Get Him Home…
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has issued a candid apology after he was caught flying a private jet from Newark to Chicago in the midst of an operational implosion at United that resulted in thousands of delays and cancellations....
The Real Tom Stuker, United’s 23-Million-Miler Flyer
Let me put it to you this way: I’ve known Tom Stuker for many years and when I see him misquoted by a perfidious columnist for The Washington Post, it does not sit well with me. Beyond the sensational...
Pete Buttigieg Rejects Blame From United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Over Travel Disruptions
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and the union representing United Airlines’ pilots have pushed back against the narrative of United CEO Scott Kirby in blaming the Federal Aviation Administration and its shortage of air traffic controllers for the operational woes...
United Airlines Offers Flight Attendants 300% Incentive As It Rebounds From Rough Week
United Airlines is offering a big bonus to flight attendants willing to work extra flights over the Independence Day holiday period as it seeks to rebound from an operational tailspin that has led to the delay or cancellation of...
First Look: United Club Newark Terminal A
United Airlines has opened a beautiful new lounge in the brand new Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport. United Club Newark Terminal A – First Look The old Continental-era lounge in the old Terminal A was functional, but...
United Airlines CEO Is “Frustrated” FAA “Failed Us”
In a surprisingly candid email to employees, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby expressed frustration that the Federation Aviation Administration (FAA) failed his airline over the weekend, leading to a ripple effect that continues today and is being further exacerbated...
My Trip To Newark On United Airlines Comically Unravels
It was a late night at Los Angeles International Airport last night. Very late. In the end, I drove home and climbed into my own bed at 3:15 am. But for six hours I gave it the good fight...
United Poised To Follow American’s Revenue Loyalty Program
United Airlines appears poised to follow American Airlines model for an entirely revenue-based loyalty program. Here are three leading reasons why. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Ricotta-Filled Crepes In United Airlines First Class (A Decadent But Deficient Delight)
My Meal of the Week feature examines an airline meal from my travels over the years. This may be a meal from earlier in the week or it may be a meal served over a decade ago. Right off the bat,...
Chilling: Tailstrike On United Airlines A320 Causes Severe Damage, Yet Aircraft Operates Eight More Flights
A United Airlines Airbus A320 aircraft has sat idle on the ground at Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston since late April, but the facts surrounding this aircraft are quite unsettling. Not only did this aircraft suffer a tailstrike upon...
Premium Cabin Meal Preorders On United Airlines Expand To Widebody International Flights
After rolling it out and then promptly pulling it back, United Airlines will again offer meal preorders in Polaris Business Class on international widebody flights. United Airlines Will Offer Polaris Cabin Meal Preorders On Widebody International Flights Starting July...
Review: United Airlines 737 MAX 8 First Class
From Houston to Washington I had the chance to fly on a 737 MAX 8 for the first time on United Airlines in first class. The return of seatback screens is a great addition to the aircraft and the...
