As the future of the 737 MAX remains shrouded in uncertainty, United Airlines is pushing Boeing for further insight on its 797 program. Asked about it during an earnings calls on Wednesday, United Chief Financial Officer Gerry Laderman said:...
United Airlines Accelerates Resumption Of India Flights
With Pakistani airspace unexpectedly re-opened, United will resume flights to India earlier than originally planned. Yesterday, I wrote about United’s decision to delay the resumption of its service to India until late October. There, I suggested that aircraft had...
Why Did United Airlines Cancel India Flights Until October 26th?
United Airlines will not resume flights to both New Delhi and Mumbai until at least October 26, 2019. This may have more to do with the 737 MAX than the closure of Pakistani airspace. Yesterday afternoon, United announced it...
United Will Cancel 8,000 More Flights Due To Boeing 737 MAX
United Airlines has pulled the Boeing 737 MAX out of its schedule until November 3rd and thsi time the cuts are real and painful. It was only a couple weeks ago that I wrote about United pilling the 737...
The Best Seat On A United Airlines 757-300
As a rule, I generally avoid bulkhead seating. But I’ll make an exception going forward on United’s 757-300s. While bulkhead seats in any class of service generally provide two advantages, namely more knee room and no one reclining into...
American And United Have No Plans To Match Delta’s Latest Enhancement
American Airlines and United Airlines expressed no urgency in matching recent improvements to the international economy class product by Delta. Perhaps that is a wise move. I wrote about the upcoming changes to the Delta economy class product here....
First Impressions Of United 787-10 Dreamliner Polaris Class
I recently had the chance to finally fly United’s 787-10 Dreamliner. Here’s my initial thoughts about this brand new aircraft. I was flying from Newark to Los Angeles and after a long economy class flight (due to strong headwinds)...
What Really Happened To The “Lost” Unaccompanied Minor On United
Sounds horrible, doesn’t it? United put a little boy on a flight to Dusseldorf instead of Stockholm. But the reality is a bit more complicated, of course. I’ve taken a day to gather the facts and offer this timeline...
United Airlines Gambles With New Snack Offerings
United Airlines has expanded its complimentary snack selection on all flights. But is United prepared for greedy passengers? Effective immediately, United will offer a choice of one the following three snacks, no matter the time of day or length...
Banks May Force United, Others To Change Loyalty Programs
Airlines are dependent on banks to buy award miles with exclusive credit card deals but at least one relationship (Chase and United Airlines) is struggling. Could this be the moment that airlines reverse course? If you are considering booking travel or signing...
Another United Emergency Landing At Newark
Takeoffs and landings have resumed at Newark Liberty International Airport after a United flight bound for Houston made an emergency landing. Flight 2098 departed New York LaGuardia Airport at 7:57AM this morning, bound for Houston Bush Intercontinental. Shortly after...
In Hong Kong, United Giveth And Taketh Away
United will add a second daily service between San Francisco and Hong Kong starting this autumn. But the new service comes at the expense of United’s Hong Kong – Guam service. Second Daily Service From San Francisco to Hong...
Singapore Airlines Award Space Is Back!
After months of nagging inquiry, United Airlines and Singapore Airlines have finally found a way to restore Singapore award space to united.com. This is very good news that goes beyond the Singapore space itself. Singapore Airlines is an elusive...
United Airlines Extends 737 MAX Cancellations
United Airlines has extended the cancellation of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft until at least September 3rd. This time customers may feel the pain. Unlike on American and Southwest, United has successfully reduced the impact of the 737 MAX groundings...
A Retired United 747 Returns To The Skies
Since late 2017, most of United’s former 747-400s have been gathering dust in California’s Mojave Desert, becoming little more than a relic of the past. But one United 747 has just returned to the skies. A toss-up question: which...
United Airlines Suspends All India Service Until September 1st
United Airlines is extending the suspension of both of its India routes until at least September 1st. First it was the Pakistani airspace closure. Then it was saber-rattling over Iran. Then the Federal Aviation Administration banned flying in Iranian...
Still No Fix For Singapore Airlines Award Space With United Miles, But Hope…
I’ve been keeping the pressure on, but there is still no fix or workaround for booking Singapore Airlines awards using United MileagePlus miles. That said, a solution is hopefully just around the corner. Since January, United has been unable...
Award Space Galore On Special 777-300 From Honolulu To Newark
Stuck in Hawaii and looking to get back to the Mainland? Trying to secure an upgrade? Look no further than a special 777-300 from Honolulu to Newark tomorrow morning. Yesterday I wrote about United’s immediate suspension of its Newark...
United Airlines Suspends Service To Mumbai, Citing Iran Tensions
United Airlines has suspended its daily flight between Mumbai and Newark, citing “current events” in Iran. Here’s how United describes its decision to its employees: Given current events in Iran, we have conducted a thorough safety and security review...
Exploring The Tapas Snack Box On United
Each week, 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. My weekly...
