In a very tangible way, the future of United Airlines and its United Next initiative rests in the hands of Congress, as lawmakers consider whether to grant Boeing a further delay on implementing new Boeing 737 MAX safety components....
United Airlines Distributes Water To Puerto Rico
Our eyes have been focused on Hurricane and Ian and the destruction it wrought on Florida, but Hurricane Fiona is hardly a distant memory and Puerto Rico continues to reel from that disaster. Over the weekend, United Airlines played...
Confirmed: United Airlines Suspends JFK Service (Again)
Following through on its threat, United Airlines will “temporarily” suspend service to New York JFK after failing to secure more slots. United claims it wants to return to JFK, but called its current schedule “too small to be competitive.”...
Princess Diana Of United Airlines
Yesterday I offered a review of my United Airlines flight from Honolulu to Chicago in business class. Today, I want to focus on the amazing flight attendant, Diana Kaina, who took such great care of me on the flight....
United Airlines Swaps Ice Cream For Milk Bar Birthday Truffle Cake
If you’re flying longhaul in economy or premium economy class on United Airlines next month, expect a birthday truffle cake from Milk Bar in place of ice cream or gelato for dessert. Milk Bar Birthday Truffle Cake Coming To...
Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Business Class Honolulu – Chicago
After a lovely flight to Honolulu, it was time to head back…this time on a United Airlines 777-300ER in business class. The flight was even lovelier due to one amazing flight attendant and I slept soundly for six hours...
How United’s Most Frequent Flyer Stays Healthy Between Flights
“Matthew, you want to get your steps in with me at Honolulu?,” Tom Stuker asked. I wasn’t sure quite what he meant but soon found that United’s most frequent flyer compensates for his many hours sitting on airplanes with...
Review: United Club Honolulu (HNL)
The United Club in Honolulu is one of my favorites in the system, not so much because of the club itself, but because of the nostalgic memories of Hawaii associated with it. United Club Honolulu Review (HNL) Location +...
Review: United Airlines 767-400 Business Class Newark – Honolulu
Earlier this year I had the chance to take a brief trip to Hawaii with a very special flyer. This review recounts my business class journey from Newark to Honolulu onboard the Boeing 767-400 in business class. United Airlines...
Official: Free In-Flight Wi-Fi On United Airlines For T-Mobile Customers
Free in-flight wi-fi internet on mobile phones has arrived at United Airlines for T-Mobile customers on select flights. Free In-Flight Wi-Fi On United Airlines For T-Mobile (Limited Routes, Planes, Devices) United Airlines joins American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta...
Introduction: Newark To Chicago Via Honolulu With United’s Most Loyal Flyer
Welcome to my next trip report, a brief recount of my journey earlier this year to Honolulu with a very special flyer – United’s most frequent flyer to be precise, Tom Stuker. In celebration of his recent passing of...
United Airlines Will Restore Duvets In Business Class On Select Domestic Flights
In a welcome move, United Airlines will be re-introducing duvets and large pillows in business class on premium trasconintiental as well as select flights to Hawaii and Alaska. United Airlines Duvets, Large Pillows Return To Business Class On Many...
United Airlines Cancels Boeing 777-200 Flights After Maintenance Snafu
United Airlines temporarily grounded 25 Boeing 777-200 jets after finding during a routine audit that it had failed to properly inspect the wings of the aircraft. A handful of flights were canceled and inspections are ongoing. United Airlines Grounds...
Boorish Jennifer Lopez Refuses To Even Speak To United Airlines Flight Attendant
A United Airlines flight attendant allegedly shares an encounter onboard with Jennifer Lopez that, if true, reflects very poorly on the popular actress. United Airlines Flight Attendant Says Jennifer Lopez Is A Jerk Money and fame go to people’s...
Southwest Chicken Salad Shaker On United Airlines
I just found a dish on the United Airlines “Bistro Onboard” menu, the Southwest Chicken salad shaker, that is better than any of the current domestic first class menu options. Highly Recommended: Southwest Chicken Salad Shaker On United Airlines...
Emirates President Sir Tim Clark Offers His Thoughts On United Airlines’ Onboard Service
At the conclusion of the ceremony unveiling the new partnership between United Airlines and Emirates, I caught up with Sir Tim Clark, the President of Emirates, and asked him about the different service philosophies onboard Emirates and United. His...
United Airlines And Emirates Pledge Powerful Partnership
United Airlines and Emirates have announced a new partnership that is currently more aspirational than practical, yet could evolve into a powerful new axis between former bitter rivals. Details: United + Emirates Partnership Today United and Emirates announced a...
United Airlines Prepares For Premium 737 MAX 10 To Replace Aging 757-200
The first United Airlines 737 MAX 10 has been spotted in Seattle, though delivery is still about a year away and could be complicated by regulatory challenges. Still, United intends a premium sub fleet of this aircraft with lie-flat...
United Airlines Flight Diverts Over A Nut That Wasn’t A Human….
From time to time we hear stories about people with severe nut allergies suffering strong reactions on airplanes. In one recent case, a United Airlines flight bound for Singapore diverted after a passenger incident onboard. Sometimes diversions are not...
Analysis: United Airlines’ Smart Yet Unreasonable Chess Move At JFK Airport
Earlier today, I wrote about United’s ultimatum at New York JFK: give us more slots or we will pull out. It’s a gutsy demand and not entirely reasonable, but represents a shrewd chess move with little downside. Analysis –...
