United Airlines
Coverage of United Airlines in the Nexus archive.
- 2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller
A potential disaster was averted in Phoenix when an air traffic controller noticed two American Airlines jets were using the same flight number (American 2482). The quick-thinking controller maintained proper separation by clarifying instructions, referring to the planes as “arrival” and “departure.” An expert believes that staff at the airline’s dispatch center failed to prevent both flights from being scheduled simultaneously.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted its takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after blowing a tire. The FAA reported the incident, and video footage of the subsequent emergency response was available.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted its takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after a tire blew out during the operation on Thursday. The FAA reported the incident, and video footage documenting the emergency response was released to the public.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted its takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after blowing a tire. According to the FAA, video footage was provided showing the emergency response.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after blowing a tire. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported the incident, noting that video footage captured the subsequent emergency response.
- FBI arrests Flint-area man accused of attempting to arrange travel to meet minors
The FBI arrested a Flint-area man, Zachary Kenneth Crutchfield, who is accused of attempting to arrange travel to meet minors for illegal sexual activity. Charges include attempted coercion, enticement, and sexual exploitation of children. Authorities conducted an undercover investigation that led to the recovery of evidence from Crutchfield’s phone, including an airline reservation matching planned travel.
- It’s getting too hot to fly: climate‑driven heat waves are forcing airlines to dump passengers and cargo
Extreme heat caused by climate change is disrupting air travel by forcing airlines to reduce aircraft weight through passenger and cargo removal. High temperatures reduce air density, impairing lift and thrust generation, particularly at high-elevation or short-runway airports. American Airlines compensated passengers for voluntarily giving up seats during a heatwave in Las Vegas.
- Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time
Rising temperatures disrupt flight takeoffs by reducing air density, making it harder for planes to generate lift and thrust. Airlines may lighten loads by removing passengers or cargo, as seen in Las Vegas where American Airlines offered compensation during extreme heat. Climate change is expected to increase such disruptions, with higher elevation airports and shorter runways facing greater challenges.
- Falling oil prices help calm worries about inflation, and Wall Street rallies
Falling oil prices due to eased tensions with Iran helped calm inflation concerns, leading to a Wall Street rally. U.S. stock indexes like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones rose, while companies with fuel-dependent operations and those reporting stronger-than-expected earnings, such as Tyson Foods, saw gains.
- Falling oil prices help calm worries about inflation, and Wall Street rallies
Falling oil prices due to President Trump's decision to delay new strikes against Iran have eased inflation concerns, leading to a Wall Street rally with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq rising. Companies with significant fuel costs, like airlines, saw notable gains, while corporate earnings growth for the spring is on track to be the strongest since 2021.
- Trump Pushes Major Dulles Makeover
A proposed $20 billion overhaul of Washington Dulles International Airport aims to replace aging concourses, eliminate mobile lounges, and create a modern hub centered on United Airlines' growth strategy. Funding would come largely from passenger fees, while raising questions about cost, design, and President Donald Trump's infrastructure vision.
- We toured United's fanciest Airbus jet yet, complete with business-class doors and a snack bar. See inside.
United Airlines unveiled its new Airbus A321XLR jet with business-class doors, privacy dividers in premium economy, and a coach snack bar. The aircraft, part of United's push for premium upgrades, will replace aging Boeing 757s and fly transatlantic routes up to 11 hours.
- ‘People movers’ out, more parking in: Trump announces $22.5B Washington Dulles makeover
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation plan for Washington Dulles International Airport, which includes removing 'people movers' and adding a multi-story parking garage. The project aims to modernize the terminal, rebuild concourses, and introduce new air traffic control towers.
- Trump announces a $22.5B makeover of Dulles airport that will eliminate the ‘people movers’
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation of Washington Dulles International Airport, replacing the existing 'people movers' with a U-shaped passenger train, central walking tunnel, and expanded parking. The project, funded by the airport authority and airlines via municipal bonds, aims to modernize the facility without federal funding.
- Trump announces a $22.5B makeover of Dulles airport that will eliminate the 'people movers'
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation of Washington Dulles International Airport, replacing the 'people movers' with a U-shaped passenger train, walking tunnel, and new concourses. The project, funded by the airport and airlines through municipal bonds, aims to modernize the facility without federal funding.
- ‘People movers’ out, more parking in: Trump announces $22.5B Washington Dulles makeover
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation plan for Washington Dulles International Airport, including expanded parking, new air traffic control towers, and replacement of 'people movers' with an upgraded AeroTrain system. The project aims to modernize the terminal's interior, rebuild concourses, and improve passenger connectivity, with collaboration from transportation officials and United Airlines.
- Trump unveils Dulles airport overhaul: ‘We’re going to make it maybe the best.’
President Donald Trump announced plans to revamp Dulles International Airport with a $22 billion overhaul, including an underground train to replace people movers, expanded parking, and redesigned check-in areas. The project, led by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and supported by United Airlines, aims to enhance passenger experience while preserving the airport's main terminal.
- ‘People movers’ out, more parking in: Trump announces $22.5B Washington Dulles makeover
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation plan for Washington Dulles International Airport, including a new parking garage, updated terminal interiors, and replacement of 'people movers' with an expanded underground transportation system. The project aims to improve airport efficiency and connectivity.
- ‘People movers’ out, more parking in: Trump announces $22.5B Washington Dulles makeover
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation plan for Washington Dulles International Airport, including new parking facilities, updated terminals, and replacement of the controversial 'people movers' with an expanded AeroTrain system.
- ‘People movers’ out, more parking in: Trump announces $22.5B Washington Dulles makeover
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation plan for Washington Dulles International Airport, including replacing 'people movers' with an expanded AeroTrain, adding multi-story parking, and rebuilding concourses. The project aims to improve passenger flow and safety with new air traffic control towers.
- Trump to announce $22.5B Washington Dulles makeover
President Donald Trump announced a $22.5 billion renovation plan for Washington Dulles International Airport, including a central walkway, new parking garage connected by glass bridges, and replacement of mobile lounges with an expanded AeroTrain. The project aims to modernize the terminal while preserving its iconic roof and rebuilding concourses C and D.
- JetBlue is introducing a 'basic first class' fare as airlines continue unbundling premium travel
JetBlue is introducing a 'BlueFirst Base' fare for its new first-class cabin, excluding its Mint service, mirroring strategies by United and Delta to offer discounted premium fares. The move aims to provide more pricing flexibility while capturing growing demand for premium travel, though analysts caution it may not keep costs low long-term.
- United Airlines can now boot passengers for one of the most annoying airplane habits
United Airlines has updated its noise policy, allowing the airline to remove passengers for disruptive airplane habits. The change caused frustration among flyers, as indicated by the article's reference to passengers 'nearly losing their minds.'
- ‘So demeaning.’ United employee threatens to call ICE on California passenger in viral video
A Mexican American father claims a United Airlines customer service agent threatened to contact Immigration and Customs Enforcement during an encounter. The incident, captured in a viral video, left the passenger deeply upset.
- United Airlines investigates after agent allegedly threatened to call ICE on San Ramon man, a passenger at SFO over ticketing dispute
A San Ramon man reported being offended and shocked after a United Airlines employee at SFO allegedly suggested calling U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a ticketing dispute. United Airlines is investigating the incident.
- United Airlines investigates after agent allegedly threatened to call ICE on San Ramon man, a passenger at SFO over ticketing dispute
A San Ramon man reported being offended and shocked after a United Airlines employee at San Francisco International Airport allegedly threatened to contact U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a ticketing dispute. The incident is under investigation by United Airlines.
- United Airlines investigates after agent allegedly threatened to call ICE on San Ramon man, a passenger at SFO over ticketing dispute
A San Ramon man reported being offended and shocked after a United Airlines employee at San Francisco International Airport allegedly suggested calling U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a ticketing dispute. United Airlines is investigating the incident.
- United Airlines investigates after agent allegedly threatened to call ICE on San Ramon man, a passenger at SFO over ticketing dispute
A San Ramon man reported being offended and shocked after a United Airlines employee at San Francisco International Airport allegedly threatened to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a ticketing dispute. United Airlines is investigating the incident.
- United Airlines’ growth strategy is all about selling customers a better version of what they already buy
United Airlines is implementing a 'premiumization' strategy to enhance air travel as a quasi-luxury experience, with CEO Scott Kirby emphasizing investments in customer experience to drive higher margins. Domestic fares have risen 35% this year, and United and Delta Air Lines are competing to offer premium services like upgraded seating and Starlink-powered Wi-Fi.
- United employee threatens to call ICE on family during ticket dispute at SFO
A United Airlines employee at San Francisco International Airport threatened to call ICE on a family during a ticket dispute. The family was traveling to Montreal, Canada, when the incident occurred, according to Julio Varela, who reported the event to KRON4.
- Video appears to show United employee threaten to call ICE on customer
A United Airlines employee was caught on video threatening to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a passenger at San Francisco International Airport. The incident occurred last week, as reported in the article.
- 'So demeaning.' United employee threatens to call ICE on California passenger in viral video
A Mexican American father reported being threatened by a United Airlines customer service representative at SFO, who claimed to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on him. The incident, captured in a viral video, has drawn criticism for its demeaning nature.
- 'So demeaning.' United employee threatens to call ICE on California passenger in viral video
A Mexican American father reported being threatened by a United Airlines customer service representative at SFO, who claimed to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The incident was captured in a viral video, highlighting concerns about discriminatory treatment.
- United Airlines employee threatens to call ICE on passenger, video appears to show
United Airlines is investigating an incident at San Francisco's airport where an employee was heard on video threatening to call ICE on a passenger. The event occurred last Tuesday, and the airline is looking into the matter.
- United Airlines says it will ‘look into’ worker’s threat to call ICE in viral video
United Airlines is investigating an employee who threatened to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a Mexican American man during an altercation at San Francisco International Airport. The incident occurred after Julio Varela expressed frustration over a ticket error for a flight to Canada.
- United Airlines says it will ‘look into’ worker’s threat to call ICE in viral video
United Airlines is investigating an employee who threatened to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a Mexican American man at San Francisco International Airport after a ticketing error. The worker told the man, Julio Varela, 'you don’t act like a citizen' during the incident.
- United investigates after agent allegedly threatened to call ICE on passenger at SFO
A San Ramon man claims he was offended and shocked after a United Airlines employee at San Francisco International Airport suggested calling U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a confrontation over a ticketing issue.
- United investigates after agent allegedly threatened to call ICE on passenger at SFO
A San Ramon man reported being offended and shocked after a United Airlines employee at San Francisco International Airport allegedly threatened to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a ticketing issue confrontation. United Airlines is investigating the incident.
- United Airlines worker filmed threatening to call ICE on US-Mexican citizen in viral rant
A United Airlines worker was filmed threatening to call ICE on a US-Mexican citizen during a viral rant.
- United worker has furious meltdown at California flyer and threatens to call ICE: ‘You don’t act like a citizen’
A United Airlines worker had an angry outburst at a flight in California, threatening to call ICE, as captured on video at San Francisco International Airport.