For this week’s Meal of the Week, I look back on a unique (in terms of airline food, at least) lunch I had on United in December 2010… United p.s. service, which ran between New York JFK and San...
Delta And United Flights To Israel Turn Back Mid-Air After Israeli Strike On Iran
Air service to Israel has been a challenge since the October 7, 2023, attacks with numerous suspensions and resumptions since that day. With retaliation expected after Israel’s latest attack against Iran, both Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are...
6 Clauses That Could Derail United’s New Flight Attendant Contract
12 June 2025 UPDATE: Here’s an interesting update. The AFA-CWA reached out to clarify that many of these “questionable clauses” are not part of the deal, which is a story in and of itself. The info in my original...
Starlink Grounded: United Temporarily Disables Wi-Fi On Some Regional Jets
United Airlines has quietly disabled Starlink internet on about two dozen regional jets due to radio interference. The problem is fixable, but it marks a setback for United’s gradual rollout of free high-speed internet across its fleet. United Airlines...
United Airlines + Spotify: A Mile-High Streaming Upgrade With Music, Podcasts, And Audiobooks
United Airlines and Spotify are teaming up to offer hundreds of hours of content on the seatback screen of hundreds of United aircraft. Spotify Content Now Streaming On United Airlines Seatbacks United has announced a unique collaboration with Spotify...
Fly Cheaper From Newark: Runway Ready, Fares Falling
Runway construction at Newark Airport is now complete, nearly two weeks ahead of schedule, and as United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has frequently reminded us, there are excellent deals available out of Newark this summer. Here’s a very poignant...
JetBlue Talked To American And Delta—But United Made The Offer It Couldn’t Refuse
JetBlue “played the field” before reaching an agreement with United Airlines on a partnership, a shrewd move that forced United to pay up for a partnership of, at least in its initial stage, questionable value. Report: JetBlue Played The...
United Airlines Adds Aperol Spritz, Caramel Sundaes, And New First Class Meals
United Airlines is investing more into its onboard food and beverage selection with a series of catering upgrades that will begin next month. Later this summer, we’ll even see the popular Italian cocktail Aperol Spritz onboard. United Airlines Catering...
Analysis: United Hopes To Contain Delta, Suppress American With JetBlue Partnership
Earlier today, United Airlines and JetBlue announced a new “Blue Sky” partnership that includes a return to JFK for United, an interline agreement, and reciprocal frequent flyer benefits. United CEO Scott Kirby has explained what is behind this move:...
Details: New JetBlue – United “Blue Sky” Partnership Includes JFK Slots, Reciprocal Loyalty Perks
It’s official: United Airlines and JetBlue are teaming up in a new partnership the carriers are calling Blue Sky. Details: New JetBlue – United “Blue Sky” Partnership The partnership includes reciprocal loyalty benefits and a path to return to...
United Airlines’ Uniforms Get A Facelift—And A Political Filter
If you step onboard a United Airlines flight today, you’ll see flight attendants and pilots in new Brooks Brothers uniforms. Ground staff also have new gear. This marks the culmination of an eight-year project to update crew uniforms and...
United Passenger Claims She’s Sober, Then Tries To Bite Police Officer At DFW
Despite the best efforts of police officers at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to calm her down and assist her, a United Airlines passenger was so overtly intoxicated that she eventually lashed out at officers, was arrested, then tried...
United Airlines CEO Calls United States “The Greatest Country In The History Of The Planet”
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has shared his annual Memorial Day message with employees, thanking servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice, veterans, and all United employees. In his 2025 remarks, Kirby also called the United States “the greatest country...
At Long Last, United Airlines Reaches Tentative Labor Deal With Flight Attendants
After five years of negotiations, United Airlines and the union representing the carrier’s 28,000 flight attendants have reached a tentative deal on a new contract. “Industry-Leading” Tentative Deal Struck Between United Airlines And Flight Attendants A tentative agreement between...
He Flirted On A United Flight…Then Let Her Walk Away
Tempered by timidity, a man missed his chance to connect with the woman seated in front of him on a United Airlines flight. After spending the flight chatting, he failed to ask for her number. Now he has asked...
United Airlines Promises Smoother Summer Travel At Newark After Weeks of Delays
As Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) continues to struggle with air traffic controller shortages and runway construction, United Airlines claims that it has turned a corner and is assuring Newark customers that they can expect safe and reliable travel...
United Airlines Eliminates Instant Upgrades, Excursionist Perk, MileagePlus Upgrade Award Chart
Another day, another step back for United MileagePlus. United Airlines announced a trio of negative changes today that further erode the value of its MileagePlus loyalty program. Let’s take a look. A Trio Of United MileagePlus Devaluations United sent...
United Airlines Adjusts Check-In Window For Domestic Flights
Starting next month, United Airlines will standardize its domestic check-in cutoff for passengers traveling with or without bags in a move aimed at increasing operational efficiency. Domestic Check-In Cutoff Increased From 30 Minutes To 45 Minutes On United Airlines...
Unreal: Influencer Brings Her Massive Great Dane “Service Dog” On United Airlines Flight
Narcissistic Instagram influencer Piêtra Luccas brought her massive great dane “service dog” with her on a recent United Airlines flight, even though the dog alone took up three seats. How are these shenanigans possibly allowed? Influencer Boards United Flight...
How the FAA Is Determining Which Carriers Must Reduce Service At Newark
New takeoff and landing limits are in effect at Newark Airport, but how carriers will cut back flights is still a matter of debate. FAA Flight Caps At Newark Take Effect As Airlines Face Cutback Decisions The Federal Aviation...
