United Airlines is returning to Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City, but not in the way you may have imagined. United is also launching nonstop service to Adelaide, Australia and doubling service to Manila. Let’s unpack this big news....
United Airlines Teases New Longhaul Routes: My Predictions
United Airlines will announce new routes tomorrow and has offered us some clues via a short video. Here are my guesses. My Predictions For New United Airlines Routes United will announce new routes tomorrow…and I’d guess longhaul routes because...
United Airlines Scraps New Los Angeles – Toronto Route
With geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty putting downward pressure on demand for flights between the USA and Canada, United Airlines has quietly removed its new Los Angeles – Toronto route from the schedule and also adjusted service frequencies to...
Medical Emergency On United Airlines Transpacific Flight Spotlights Humanity
When a man suffered a heart attack onboard a United Airlines transpacific flight to Japan, the best of humanity came out…even at 40,000 feet. Heart Attack On United Airlines Transpacific Flight Brings Out The Best Onboard A passenger traveling...
United’s Answer To Failing Credit Cards Is Coupons, Fees
United Airlines raised their credit card fees, added some coupons, and removed a benefit. This is their fix for a credit card relationship that lags all competitors? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
Helpful: Link Reservations On United Airlines App To Share Premier Benefits
United Airlines MileagePlus Premier members can now link reservations on the United app in order to share Premier benefits like Economy Plus or preferred seats for companions who may be traveling on a different reservation. Share MileagePlus Premier Benefits...
Higher Annual Fees On United Airlines Credit Cards, But New Statement Credits: A Detailed Breakdown
Annual fees on the entire collection of United Airlines-Chase co-branded credit cards are rising, with new benefits added (and some reduced or eliminated). Let’s take a look at these changes. United Airlines Overhauls Credit Card Portfolio – A Rundown...
Ugh: Aeroplan Devalues United Airlines Redemptions With No Access To Extra Space
Dynamic pricing has gone live on United Airlines awards booked via Air Canada Aeroplan and the new pricing represents a steep devaluation with no corresponding benefit, at least not yet. United Airlines Redemptions Go Dynamic On Aeroplan: Worse Than...
Earning United Premier 1K Status Exclusively Through Credit Card Spending
You can now (almost) earn Premier 1K status in the United Airlines MileagePlus program via credit card spending alone. There is one caveat, though, and an even larger red flag: it’s not worthwhile when you run the numbers. You...
United Airlines Transpacific Flight Diverts After Pilot Forgets Passport
A United Airlines flight to Shanghai was forced to make a U-turn over the Pacific Ocean after one of the pilots discovered a critical missing item: his passport. Pilot Forgets Passport, Forcing Diversion Of Transpacific United Airlines 787-9 Flight...
United Airlines Overhauls Lounge Access Policy, Raises Membership Prices
United Airlines has overhauled its lounge access policy and–in some circumstances–dramatically raised membership prices to its network of United Club lounges. United Airlines Announces Two Lounge Membership Tiers, New Pricing For United Club Access While not quite as draconian...
“Constipated” Traveler Claims United Airlines Pilot Broke Into Lavatory And Pulled Him Off Toilet, Then Launched Anti-Semitic Rant…
A “constipated” 20-year-old man is suing United Airlines, claiming a United pilot broke into the lavatory he was accused of “monopolizing” and pulled him out…with his pants down. The man, who is Orthodox Jewish, is also alleging anti-Semitism. Constipated...
United Airlines Bans Rideable Bags
As airlines see an upsurge in passengers traveling with so-called “rideable bags,” United Airlines is making clear that these items are banned as both checked and carry-on items. Rideable Bags Prohibited On United Airlines (And Other Carriers) United is...
United Airlines CEO Says Short-Term Pain Won’t Hinder Long-Term Gain, Hints At Major Announcement
In an upbeat message to employees, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby conceded that United has seen a short-term drop in demand, but also expressed his firm conviction that it would not hinder United’s long-term growth plan. Kirby even teased...
United Airlines Drops CLEAR Plus Membership For Premier 1K Members
United Airlines is quietly removing complimentary CLEAR Plus membership for Premier 1K members later this spring, further eroding the value of top-tier status in MileagePlus. United Premier 1K Members Will No Longer Receive Complimentary CLEAR Plus Membership CLEAR Plus...
Scott Kirby’s Dismissal Of A New “Premium” American Airlines Is Very Personal
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby does not think there is room in the USA for a third “premium” airline, dismissing the aspirations of American Airlines to join Delta Air Lines and United Airlines in putting more emphasis on the...
Review: United Arrivals Lounge London (LHR)
The strong tailwind on our Denver – London flight gave us a few extra minutes to review the United Arrivals Lounge in LHR Terminal 2, a respectable amenity for business class passengers. United Arrivals Lounge London Review (LHR) There...
United Airlines Polaris Business Class Review From The Eyes Of A 7-Year-Old
My 7-year-old son Augustine offers his views on our United Airlines 787-9 Polaris Business Class flight from Denver to London below. I fly business class for the ice cream sundaes and the TV. A 7-Year-Old Reviews United Airlines Polaris...
“I’m Done With This Bullsh*t!” United Airlines Passenger Knocks Out Gate Agent In Washington Dulles
Shocking video shows a United Airlines passenger knocking out a gate agent after becoming agitated at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). United Airlines Passenger Knocks Out IAD Gate Agent All we have is four seconds of video, but it...
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Business Class (DEN-LHR)
My family of four flew on a United Airlines 787-9 in Polaris business class from Denver to London, an enjoyable flight marked by excellent service and good rest. For better or for worse (and I’d say mostly for better),...
