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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby lies on his office floor and takes 20-minute naps—and he says it doesn’t mean he’s accomplished any less

Despite taking a quick 20-minute nap on the floor, the United Airlines CEO says he has “accomplished more” than anything else he could have done in that time.

Fortune

United Airlines CEO reportedly pitched merger with American, sparking competition fears

Critics warn of ‘absolute disaster for the flying public’ if two air travel giants try to combine

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US Flight Cancellations and Delays Surge as Storms and Staffing Shortages Leave Passengers Trapped in Airports

Flight cancellations and delays spread across the US, leaving passengers stranded amid weather disruption and operational pressure

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United Airlines CEO judges candidates by whether pilots would want to go on a four-day trip with them: ‘If you say no, then they’re out’

Scott Kirby, the CEO of $31.7 billion company United Airlines, said he looks to hire employees who others would “want to hang out with.”

Fortune

United Airlines Checked Bag Fee Hikes Kick in Today

United joins other airlines in announcing higher baggage fees and other price hikes to offset rising jet fuel costs.

Kiplinger

Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options amid Iran war

For some travelers, it’s not just the cost — it’s the uncertainty that’s changing how they plan trips

The Independent UK

Dear United Airlines Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for April 21

United Airlines faces rising fuel and labor costs, but strong demand keeps bookings resilient.

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Another US airline raises checked bag fees effective immediately

A number of non-U.S. carriers have already added fuel surcharges

The Independent UK

Delta is finally joining the faster satellite Wi-Fi craze with Amazon — but if you want in-flight satellite now, you’ll still want to book United

Delta Air Lines is bringing faster, satellite-powered Wi-Fi to its planes via Amazon’s Leo network — but with the rollout not starting until 2028, United Airlines remains the better bet for high-speed connectivity right now.

TechRadar

I just saw United Airlines big plans for the future and, yes, it wants to fly like Apple

After testing United’s latest upgrades, from Starlink Wi-Fi to its new “Elevated” cabins, a clearer strategy emerges: a push toward a more connected, consistent airline experience that increasingly echoes Apple’s ecosystem approach ahead of its 100th year.

TechRadar

Some major US airlines may ‘not survive’ unless oil prices come down soon, experts warn

Jet fuel prices have ‘more than doubled in the last three weeks,’ United Airlines’ CEO warned

The Independent UK

United’s Relax Row gives you more space — and eight power ports

United Airlines’ new Relax Row will turn three economy seats into a lie-flat bed offering extra screens, power, and comfort, and potentially a more affordable long-haul upgrade when it launches in 2027.

TechRadar

FAA investigating close call between a passenger plane and military helicopter in California

A United Airlines jet nearly collided with a military Black Hawk helicopter while approaching John Wayne Airport in Southern California

The Independent UK

California woman flies first-class from Aruba to Washington, D.C. Then a ‘rude’ United flight attendant starts giving out her information willy-nilly

A woman took an international, first-class flight with United Airlines from Aruba to Washington, D.C. after a vacation. Then she had a mixed experience after she tried to confirm her identity with a flight attendant, even as she later confirmed her pre-selected meal for the flight.

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The Independent UK

The best US airlines for 2026 are revealed in prestigious industry rankings

One accolade goes to a New York-headquartered carrier that’s ‘a preferred choice among passengers seeking a balance between cost and comfort’

The Independent UK

Houston airport has become a symbol for the shutdown's impacts on air travel

Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport shows how the partial government shutdown is straining air travel as TSA workers miss shifts without pay

International Business Times UK

United Airlines Launches 'Relax Row'—Economy Seats That Turn Into Couches For Long Flights

Discover United Airlines' new 'Relax Row' concept, transforming economy seats into couch-like spaces for added comfort on long-haul flights

Euronews

This airline is rolling out economy class rows that convert into beds for long-haul flights

Coming to United Airlines in 2027, the ‘Relax Row’ has leg rests that can be raised to create a larger lie-flat space.

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No dropouts, no stress: United’s Starlink Wi-Fi just works — and the rollout to every plane can’t come soon enough

Consistent and smooth

Barchart

United Airlines Stock Is Rebounding as Oil Prices Fluctuate. Should You Buy the UAL Stock Dip?

Yesterday's decline in oil prices has pushed United Airlines stock higher this week. But are these gains sustainable? Let’s find out.

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Chilling Air Traffic Control Audio Released After Tragic Air Canada Plane Crash At LaGuardia Airport

After the doomed Air Canada flight crashed on the runway, a pilot was heard consoling the distressed air traffic controller, who claimed he “messed up.”

International Business Times UK

Is LaGuardia Airport Closed? Air Canada Plane Crash Involving Ground Vehicles Causes Chaos, Confirmed Deaths So Far

A tragic collision at LaGuardia Airport between an Air Canada Express jet and a firefighting vehicle has resulted in the deaths of two pilots, causing widespread flight disruptions.

International Business Times

American Airlines, Delta, United CEOs Plead for Shutdown Resolution

CEOs of American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines urge Congress to end the government shutdown to prevent airport delays and TSA staffing issues.

Fortune

Meet Chresten Wilson, the airline captain set to become United’s most senior female pilot ever—the job pays $400K and doesn’t require a college degree

United Airlines has over 18,000 pilots—and after 42 years in the cockpit, Chresten Wilson is poised to become the most senior one at United.

Fortune

To unlock employee effort, don’t overlook the person holding the wrench

In an uneven economic climate, one message to employees seems universal across business leaders: Do better. Easier said than done.

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