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United Airlines welcomes first 737 MAX 9 to fleet
United Airlines has taken delivery of its first 737 MAX 9 aircraft from the Boeing Delivery Centre in Seattle. The new aircraft, which arrived right after Earth Day, reduces fuel use and CO2 emissions significantly compared with older generation aircraft.
United Airlines reports strong 2017 but braces for tough year ahead
United Airlines has reported full-year net income of $2.1 billion, diluted earnings per share of $7.02, pre-tax earnings of $3 billion and a pre-tax margin of 7.9 per cent. However, shares in the carrier fell by nearly six per cent in after-hours trading, as it unveiled plans to boost capacity and cut prices to battle low-cost carriers.
United to add premium economy on international routes
United Airlines chief executive Oscar Munoz has said the company will introduce a premium economy product this year on international routes. Branded United Premium Plus, the new cabin will give passengers more space, comfort and amenities.
Power restored at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
Power has been resorted at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta after an electrical fault caused a partial shut-down on Sunday evening. Tens of thousands of passengers were delayed following the incident at the busiest airport in the world.
United Airlines offers passengers chance to manage flights through new app
United Airlines has debuted enhancements to its mobile app that add even more convenience for customers to manage their reservations on-the-go.
United Airlines waves goodbye to Boeing 747 from Heathrow
As United Airlines celebrates the retirement of the Boeing 747 from its fleet, crowds of well-wishers have gathered at the Queen’s Terminal on to bid a fond farewell to the ‘Queen of the Skies’ and witness the very last United Boeing 747 flight to depart from London Heathrow.
United Airlines app to offer boarding passes from partner airlines
United Airlines has announced a new enhancement to its app that will allow customers to receive boarding passes when connecting to 19 airline partners on their smart phones.
United Airlines reports $637m profit for third quarter
United Airlines has reported third-quarter net income of $637 million, diluted earnings per share of $2.12, pre-tax earnings of approximately $1.0 billion and a pre-tax margin of 9.9 per cent.
United Airlines increases Airbus A350 order to 45 planes
United Airlines has increased the number of A350 XWB aircraft it will bring into its fleet, updating and expanding its previously existing order for 35 A350-1000 to 45 A350-900 widebody aircraft. The A350-900 is the cornerstone member of the A350XWB family from Airbus.
United launches new Alexa skill to passengers
United Airlines has revealed a new option for customers to check in and learn about flights without the touch of a finger. The new United skill for Amazon Alexa allows customers to use their Alexa-enabled devices, such as the Amazon Echo and the Amazon Echo Dot, to check in and ask a variety of questions about flights
United Airlines partners with leading design companies for new uniform
United Airlines has partnered with three world-class design and apparel companies – Brooks Brothers, Tracy Reese and Carhartt – to inspire and create a new line of uniforms for the carrier’s more than 70,000 front-line employees.
United to launch London-Denver connection in 2018
As United celebrates 80 years of service in Denver, the airline has announced it will introduce a daily non-stop service between London Heathrow and the city. The flight will operate from March 25th to October 27th next year, subject to government approval.