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NTSB: ATC failed to relay turbulence warning on United B777 LAX→EWR; three flight attendants seriously injured

An NTSB investigation found air traffic control failed to relay a critical turbulence warning to the crew of a United Airlines Boeing 777 operating from Los Angeles to Newark, resulting in serious injuries to three flight attendants during arrival. The board attributed the incident to the missed ATC alert.

2026-02-11T12:35:29.437845-08:00

Airways Magazine

United and JetBlue enable reciprocal revenue bookings and loyalty redemptions on each other's sites

2026-02-10T13:15:45.787681-08:00

Cranky Flier

American starts construction of expanded Admirals Club at Chicago O'Hare (Terminal 3, Concourse L)

2026-02-10T03:53:56.310084-08:00

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United to introduce first 787 with next‑generation Polaris Suites at Washington Dulles

2026-02-09T12:52:46.723775-08:00

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NTSB: ATC failed to relay turbulence warning on United B777 LAX→EWR; three flight attendants seriously injured An NTSB investigation found air traffic control failed to relay a critical turbulence warning to the crew of a United Airlines Boeing 777 operating from Los Angeles to Newark, resulting in serious injuries to three flight attendants during arrival. The board attributed the incident to the missed ATC alert.

2026-02-11T12:35:29.437845-08:00

NTSB: ATC failed to relay turbulence warning on United B777 LAX→EWR; three flight attendants seriously injured

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United and JetBlue enable reciprocal revenue bookings and loyalty redemptions on each other's sites Starting this week United Airlines and JetBlue activated reciprocal revenue bookings on each other's websites and apps and expanded Blue Sky loyalty earning and redemption, allowing customers to purchase partner-operated flights with cash or points. The move stitches JetBlue's leisure network onto United's broader domestic and international footprint.

2026-02-10T13:15:45.787681-08:00

United and JetBlue enable reciprocal revenue bookings and loyalty redemptions on each other's sites

Cranky Flier

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American starts construction of expanded Admirals Club at Chicago O'Hare (Terminal 3, Concourse L) American Airlines has begun construction on a significantly larger Admirals Club in Terminal 3, Concourse L at Chicago O'Hare; the existing Concourse L lounge will remain open during works. The expansion is the latest tangible escalation in the carriers' ongoing contest for hub dominance at ORD.

2026-02-10T03:53:56.310084-08:00

American starts construction of expanded Admirals Club at Chicago O'Hare (Terminal 3, Concourse L)

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United to introduce first 787 with next‑generation Polaris Suites at Washington Dulles United Airlines will introduce its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner fitted with next‑generation Polaris Suites at Washington Dulles, marking the carrier's initial in‑service rollout of the upgraded long‑haul premium cabin. The arrival provides the first public demonstration of United's refreshed Polaris configuration on a Dreamliner.

2026-02-09T12:52:46.723775-08:00

United to introduce first 787 with next‑generation Polaris Suites at Washington Dulles

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United flight attendants reject tentative deal as airline offers pay hikes to win acceptance of new scheduling system Seventy-one percent of United Airlines flight attendants voted to reject a tentative contract, reopening negotiations over proposed scheduling reforms and pay. United has offered immediate pay increases to persuade crew to accept a controversial new scheduling system while talks resume.

2026-02-08T07:06:00.918764-08:00

United flight attendants reject tentative deal as airline offers pay hikes to win acceptance of new scheduling system

CNBC

American's $111M year leaves it far behind Delta and United, heightening pressure on CEO American Airlines posted just $111 million in annual profit, far behind Delta's $5 billion and United's $3.3 billion. The performance gap has intensified scrutiny of CEO Robert Isom and raised governance and operational questions as the carrier lags its biggest U.S. competitors.

2026-02-07T05:14:26.913733-08:00

American's $111M year leaves it far behind Delta and United, heightening pressure on CEO

Aviation Source

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United ups Glasgow–Newark summer 2026 service — +22% capacity, extended through October United Airlines will increase capacity on its seasonal Glasgow–Newark nonstop for Summer 2026 by about 22%, adding seats and extending the service through October. The move expands transatlantic connectivity for Scotland and supports stronger summer leisure and premium travel demand.

2026-02-05T14:34:38.866467-08:00

United ups Glasgow–Newark summer 2026 service — +22% capacity, extended through October

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United buys Spirit's final two Chicago O'Hare gates for $30.2m, escalates fight with American United Airlines agreed to purchase Spirit Airlines' remaining two preferential‑use gates at Chicago O'Hare (G12 and G14) for $30.2 million, according to filings. The move deepens United's expansion at ORD and increases pressure on American Airlines' position at the hub.

2026-02-04T08:57:07.710847-08:00

United buys Spirit's final two Chicago O'Hare gates for $30.2m, escalates fight with American

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NTSB: ATC failed to relay turbulence warning on United B777 LAX→EWR; three flight attendants seriously injured

United and JetBlue enable reciprocal revenue bookings and loyalty redemptions on each other's sites

American starts construction of expanded Admirals Club at Chicago O'Hare (Terminal 3, Concourse L)

United to introduce first 787 with next‑generation Polaris Suites at Washington Dulles

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