I’m genuinely confused about what may have happened to my Oura ring after my United Airlines journey to Hong Kong, but one thing is clear: it’s gone. My Lost Oura Ring On United Airlines – I’m Flummoxed! My wife...
15 Hours In United Airlines 777-300ER Polaris Business Class…
My “indirect” route between Los Angeles and Chicago began with a flight up to San Francisco then a 15-hour flight on United Airlines to Hong Kong in Polaris Business Class on the 777-300ER. United 777-300ER Business Class – My...
I’m Flying From Los Angeles To Chicago Via Hong Kong, Bangkok, And Taipei…
As my Premier 1K era with United Airlines reaches its end, I decided to redeem expiring PlusPoints by taking the scenic route between Los Angeles and Chicago…via East Asia, though even that required some last-minute improvisation thanks to flights...
United Airlines Teases Premium “Coastliner” A321neo With Lie-Flat Seats
After years of promise and speculation about narrowbody lie-flat seats at United Airlines, it looks like the airline may finally be ready to receive a “Coastliner” A321 aircraft that will represent a genuinely premium upgrade on its transcontinental routes....
United Trolls American With “AAdvantage, United” Chicago Billboard Campaign
United Airlines has rolled out a new digital ad campaign across Chicago, which it says spotlights its strong performance in 2025 but does so by trolling American Airlines with an “AAdvantage, United” quip. United Trolls American In Chicago With...
United Backs Up Its Chicago Threat With Record 750 Daily Flights At O’Hare
Just days after CEO Scott Kirby vowed to draw a “line in the sand” at Chicago O’Hare, United Airlines has unveiled what that line actually looks like. United Responds To American With Record 750 Daily Flights At O’Hare In...
United Draws A Line In The Sand At O’Hare, But American Is Already Stepping Over It
United Airlines is drawing a very public line in the sand at Chicago O’Hare, and American Airlines is already testing it. United Draws A “Line In The Sand” At Chicago O’Hare As American Fires Back There are airline battles,...
United Airlines Teases Major MileagePlus Change — Here’s My Theory
United Airlines continues to hint that a major MileagePlus announcement is on the way, though the specifics of the announcement remain closely guarded. Even so, I have a theory. United Airlines Teases Major MileagePlus Loyalty Announcement For months, United...
American Airlines Challenges United With Two New LAX Routes
American Airlines is adding two new domestic routes from Los Angeles in its latest challenge to United Airlines. American Airlines Adds Cleveland And Washington Dulles Flights From LAX American Airlines will launch two “new” daily nonstop routes from Los...
United Airlines Shifts 56 787-9 Orders To 787-10: Is The 777-200ER Era Nearing Its End?
United’s reported decision to swap dozens of Boeing 787-9 orders for larger 787-10s looks like a quiet fleet move with loud implications for the future of the 777-200ER. United Converts 56 787-9 Orders To 787-10. Are The Days Of...
Will United Airlines Establish A Hub In Nuuk, Greenland?
With Trump circling Greenland like Hitler circled Poland, I imagine a world in which United Airlines establishes a hub from Nuuk. United Airlines has announced that it will establish a hub from Nuuk, Greenland, as it looks to gear...
United Airlines A321neo Loses Wheel After Hard Landing In Orlando, FAA Scrutiny Likely
A United Airlines Airbus A321neo suffered a frightening landing incident in Orlando after touching down hard and losing a wheel during rollout. While no one was injured, this appears to be a serious failure that will draw close scrutiny....
United Airlines Doubles Down On LAX With New Nonstop Routes For Summer 2026
United Airlines has quietly announced a slate of new domestic routes for summer 2026, but the most interesting part of the expansion is not the seasonal leisure flying out of the Midwest or East Coast. It’s what United is...
United Shakes Up MileagePlus Leadership And Brings In Vasu Raja. Yes, That Vasu Raja.
An internal letter from United Airlines Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella, reviewed by Live And Let’s Fly, outlines a major leadership shakeup at MileagePlus and Kinective Media that signals a potential change in direction for United’s loyalty strategy. United...
United Airlines Will Require Preorders For Fresh Economy Meals, Ending Onboard Purchases
United Airlines is making a significant change to its “Bistro On Board” buy-on-board fresh food program in economy class, and while there is a lot to like here, there is also a meaningful downside that will frustrate some travelers....
United Airlines’ Planned Investment In Azul Stalls After Brazil Reopens Review
Regulatory developments have stalled United Airlines’ planned minority investment in Brazilian carrier Azul, highlighting how even relatively modest equity moves can draw intense scrutiny, especially in a market as politically and economically sensitive as Brazil in the era of...
United Airlines Lays Out Contract Tradeoffs For Flight Attendants As Pay Talks Intensify
United Airlines has now publicly outlined its position in ongoing contract negotiations with flight attendants, and while the airline insists it is pushing toward an “industry-leading” agreement, the details reveal a tradeoff for cabin crews: raises paired with structural...
United Airlines Flight Attendants Resume Contract Talks With Patience Wearing Thin
After years of stalled negotiations and a decisive rejection of a tentative agreement, United Airlines flight attendants are once again sitting down with management. But this time, the tone is sharper, expectations are higher, and patience is wearing thin...
United Global Services Member Throws Fit After Family Boards Before Him
Flying in first class does not guarantee class, and holding elite airline status often seems to confer a sense of self-importance rather than actual importance. A recent United Airlines boarding incident illustrates that point perfectly. United Global Services Member...
United Passenger Takes Off Pants During Boarding On Orlando Flight, Crew Allegedly Does Nothing
If true, a bizarre incident from a recent United Airlines flight to Orlando is a reminder that airline cabin crews are expected to enforce more than just seatbelt rules… United Passenger Pulls Off Trousers On Orlando Flight, Flight Attendants...