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United Stakes Future with JetZero in Blended Wing Aircraft Investment

United Airlines has invested in startup JetZero, marking a significant commitment to sustainability by potentially acquiring up to 200 blended wing body (BWB) aircraft. These planes promise up to 50% reduction in fuel burn per passenger mile compared to traditional designs, aligning with industry-wide moves towards greener aviation.

2025-04-24T05:04:53.248793-07:00

The Air Current

Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC

2025-04-17T05:32:21.779193-07:00

Bloomberg

United Airlines Navigates Turbulent Economy with Domestic Capacity Cuts and Strong International Demand

2025-04-15T13:41:50.128858-07:00

Cranky Flier

Southwest Ends Free Checked Bags Policy Amid Business Overhaul

2025-03-11T04:04:29.488058-07:00

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United Airlines Retracts AI Scheduling for Attendants After Protests United Airlines has reversed its decision to automate flight attendant scheduling with AI following significant backlash from employees. This move marks a turning point in contract negotiations, emphasizing the importance of human oversight in airline operations amidst AI integration advancements.

2025-04-26T06:53:16.544096-07:00

United Airlines Retracts AI Scheduling for Attendants After Protests

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United Stakes Future with JetZero in Blended Wing Aircraft Investment United Airlines has invested in startup JetZero, marking a significant commitment to sustainability by potentially acquiring up to 200 blended wing body (BWB) aircraft. These planes promise up to 50% reduction in fuel burn per passenger mile compared to traditional designs, aligning with industry-wide moves towards greener aviation.

2025-04-24T05:04:53.248793-07:00

United Stakes Future with JetZero in Blended Wing Aircraft Investment

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United Airlines Flight UA1 from San Francisco to Singapore Hits Severe Turbulence, Injuring Five On March 27, 2025, United Airlines flight UA1 from San Francisco to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, resulting in five injuries onboard. The aircraft managed to complete its journey without further incident, highlighting ongoing safety and turbulence management challenges facing airlines.

2025-04-22T11:23:37.968553-07:00

United Airlines Flight UA1 from San Francisco to Singapore Hits Severe Turbulence, Injuring Five

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United Airlines Secures DOT Approval for New Asia Routes, Bolstering Global Network United Airlines has received approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to launch new routes to Asia, enhancing its competitive edge over domestic rivals. This expansion underscores United's strategic focus on international market growth and positions the airline to capture increased demand for transpacific travel.

2025-04-21T05:32:55.053147-07:00

United Airlines Secures DOT Approval for New Asia Routes, Bolstering Global Network

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United Airlines Receives US DOT Approval for Asian Fifth Freedom Flights from Hong Kong United Airlines has secured approval from the US Department of Transportation to commence fifth freedom flights from Hong Kong, slated to begin on October 26, 2025. This development expands United's international route network in Asia and underscores the airline's strategic growth in the region.

2025-04-21T05:32:55.053147-07:00

United Airlines Receives US DOT Approval for Asian Fifth Freedom Flights from Hong Kong

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United Airlines Expands in South Pacific; Qantas Gears for Project Sunrise United Airlines launches its first U.S.-Christchurch flight, marking a significant South Pacific expansion. Meanwhile, Qantas is preparing to receive its new A321XLR aircraft in April while aiming to begin Project Sunrise flights by 2027, promising ultra-long-haul connections.

2025-04-18T07:03:19.070500-07:00

United Airlines Expands in South Pacific; Qantas Gears for Project Sunrise

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Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC Archer Aviation, in partnership with United Airlines, announced plans to develop an electric air taxi network in New York City. The eVTOL network aims to reduce travel time between Manhattan and major airports to just five minutes, potentially transforming airport commutes and urban mobility.

2025-04-17T05:32:21.779193-07:00

Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC

Aviation Week

United Airlines Adapts to Tariff Pressures with Airbus Collaboration United Airlines highlights Airbus as a supportive partner amid ongoing tariff challenges. The carrier has released forward-looking fiscal guidance considering potential recession impacts, underscoring Airbus's role in helping navigate economic uncertainties and trade tensions.

2025-04-16T14:31:04.516984-07:00

United Airlines Adapts to Tariff Pressures with Airbus Collaboration

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