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US budget airlines are struggling. Will pursuing premium passengers solve their problems?

Delta and United Airlines have become the most profitable U.S. airlines by targeting premium customers while also winning a significant share of budget travelers

The Independent UK

United Airlines CEO sounds alarm about proposed airline laws

United Airlines chief executive Scott Kirby called the bipartisan bill "bad policy."

The Street

Why United Airlines' CEO makes as few decisions as possible

United Airlines' CEO is selective about which decisions he makes and which he delegates.

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What the pandemic taught United Airlines' CEO about making good decisions

United Airlines's CEO Scott Kirby became chief executive during the pandemic.

Fortune

United Airlines Plane Loses Wheel During Takeoff

Learn about the recent wheel loss incident involving a United Airlines plane during takeoff and the subsequent safety reviews by the FAA.

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United asks pilots to take unpaid leave in May because of delivery delays at Boeing

United Airlines says it's trying to reduce pilot staffing levels next month because it's not receiving as many new 737 Max planes as expected, the latest fallout from manufacturing problems at Boeing.

WEKU

United Airlines says federal regulators will increase oversight of the company

The move follows a series of recent issues at the airline, including a piece of the outer fuselage falling off one jet, an engine fire and a plane losing a tire during takeoff.

WEKU

Lawmakers press for investigation of United Airlines mishaps - Roll Call

United Airlines mishaps, including midflight mechanical issues and a runway excursion, require deeper investigation, two lawmakers say.

Roll Call

United Airlines CEO tries to reassure customers that the airline is safe

In a memo to customers, CEO Scott Kirby tried to reassure travelers that safety is the airline's top priority. He said the airline was already planning an extra day of training for pilots.

WEKU

United Airlines CEO responds to persistent safety problem

Scott Kirby writes that United has experienced "a number of incidents that are reminders of the importance of safety."

The Street

United Airlines To Enhance Safety Training After Recent Incidents

United Airlines CEO announces enhanced safety training measures in response to recent incidents, aiming to prioritize passenger and crew safety.

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Major airlines may be unable to meet record-high travel demand this year

CEOs of major U.S. airlines just sent a dire warning on their grim outlook for capacity in 2024.

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Boeing 737 Max 9 Flights Resume, Earnings Due; Did United Just Bail Out?

Boeing stock eased ahead of Q4 results Wednesday as Alaska Airlines resumes 737 Max 9 flights. United Airlines seeks Airbus deal.

Evening Standard

Travel agent sees 15-fold increase in customers filtering out Boeing 737 Max planes

Travellers are worried about the safety of the planes after a cabin panel blowout on an Alaska Airlines aircraft

The Street

United Airlines CEO addresses airline fees, pilot mental health

CEO Scott Kirby opens up about some of the biggest concerns from air travelers this season.

Chicago Sun-Times

Congress can get the job done to boost apprenticeships, work training programs

Congress should come together to modernize the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the cornerstone of the public workforce development system, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby writes.

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Is Congress making a big mistake with new consumer card legislation?

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United Airlines brings back popular perk Delta, American dropped

Passengers have gotten used to getting less for more so it's rare when they force an airline to make a change.

The Street

United Airlines has a creative solution for tackling massive pilot shortage

United Airlines has really felt the dearth of trained pilots over the last few years.

The Independent UK

Carbon offsetting schemes are ‘fraud’, says major airline CEO

Disruption from climate change likely to continue, warns United boss

The Street

United Airlines Is Facing a Major Problem That Will Affect Your Travel Plans

One of the top carriers' post-pandemic recovery isn't going so smoothly.

The Street

Stocks Higher, Inflation on Deck, FAA Criticism, Disney, Nvidia

Stocks edge higher with inflation data on deck; Fed rate path in focus as June CPI seen easing sharply; United Airlines CEO meets with FAA head amid air traffic control criticism; Disney shares edge higher on reports of India business sale and Nvidia courted as 'anchor investor' for arm's New…

Chicago Tribune

Commentary: If we don’t take action on TSA and airport staff shortages, summer travel will be a nightmare

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby sounded off last week, focusing his ire on the Federal Aviation Administration after thunderstorms were deemed the cause of the cancellation of thousands of U.S. flights last Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. While Kirby blamed airport staffing issues, the FAA said staffing limitations did not play…

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