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35 aviation articles tagged “United Airlines

GCAA Suspends Two Controllers After Loss of Separation Incident in Guyana

Guyana's GCAA has suspended two air traffic controllers after a United and Turpial Airlines flight came within five miles, half the required separation.

4 hours ago4 min
GCAA Suspends Two Controllers After Loss of Separation Incident in Guyana
SAFETY

Azul Exits Chapter 11, Slashes $3B in Debt with US Carrier Support

Brazilian airline Azul has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, reducing its liabilities by $3 billion with new support from American and United Airlines.

Yesterday5 min
Azul Exits Chapter 11, Slashes $3B in Debt with US Carrier Support
BUSINESS

NTSB Investigates United Airlines 737 Tail Strike in Las Vegas

The NTSB opened an investigation into a United Airlines Boeing 737 tail strike in Las Vegas, classifying the event as an accident requiring a formal inquiry.

Feb 23, 20264 min
NTSB Investigates United Airlines 737 Tail Strike in Las Vegas
SAFETY

Federal Audit Finds FAA Lacks Staff for United Airlines Oversight

A DOT OIG audit found the FAA lacks sufficient inspectors for United Airlines maintenance oversight, citing a 33% vacancy rate at the airline's CMO.

Feb 23, 20264 min
Federal Audit Finds FAA Lacks Staff for United Airlines Oversight
REGULATORY

United Airlines Overhauls MileagePlus Program to Favor Cardholders

United Airlines is restructuring its MileagePlus program, reducing mileage earnings for non-cardholders while boosting rewards for credit card customers.

Feb 22, 20264 min
United Airlines Overhauls MileagePlus Program to Favor Cardholders
BUSINESS

US Airlines Waive Change Fees for Northeast Winter Storm

Major US airlines waive change fees for flights along the East Coast ahead of a significant winter storm, providing flexibility for affected travelers.

Feb 22, 20264 min
US Airlines Waive Change Fees for Northeast Winter Storm
AIRLINES

DOT OIG Faults FAA Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance Practices

A DOT OIG report criticizes the FAA for inadequate oversight of United's maintenance, citing significant inspector shortages and incomplete inspections.

Feb 22, 20264 min
DOT OIG Faults FAA Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance Practices
SAFETY

United Boeing 737-900 Crew Declares Emergency Over Landing Gear

A United Airlines Boeing 737-900 declared an emergency and executed a go-around due to a landing gear issue before completing a safe landing.

Feb 22, 20264 min
United Boeing 737-900 Crew Declares Emergency Over Landing Gear
SAFETY

DOT Audit Finds FAA Lacks Staff to Oversee United Maintenance

A DOT audit found the FAA lacks sufficient inspectors for United Airlines maintenance oversight following several high-profile safety incidents.

Feb 22, 20264 min
DOT Audit Finds FAA Lacks Staff to Oversee United Maintenance
SAFETY

United Overhauls MileagePlus Earn Rates Effective April 2026

United Airlines is overhauling MileagePlus, reducing earn rates for general members while boosting rewards for co-branded credit card holders from April 2026.

Feb 21, 20264 min
United Overhauls MileagePlus Earn Rates Effective April 2026
BUSINESS

Bullet on United Flight at Newark Airport Sparks Security Concerns

A bullet found in an overhead bin on a United Airlines flight at Newark Airport prompted a security sweep and a nearly three-hour delay for passengers.

Feb 21, 20264 min
Bullet on United Flight at Newark Airport Sparks Security Concerns
SAFETY

US Audit Finds FAA Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance Lacking

A DOT audit found FAA oversight of United Airlines maintenance is hindered by staffing shortages and improper virtual inspections, raising safety concerns.

Feb 21, 20264 min
US Audit Finds FAA Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance Lacking
REGULATORY

Leaked Slides Reveal United's Strategy to Dominate Chicago O'Hare Hub

Leaked United Airlines slides reveal an aggressive strategy to dominate Chicago O'Hare, mocking rival American Airlines' hub and its reported financial losses.

Feb 20, 20264 min
Leaked Slides Reveal United's Strategy to Dominate Chicago O'Hare Hub
BUSINESS

United Airlines Overhauls MileagePlus, Cuts Rewards for Non-Cardholders

United Airlines is overhauling its MileagePlus program, cutting mileage earning rates for non-credit cardholders by 40% starting in April 2026.

Feb 20, 20264 min
United Airlines Overhauls MileagePlus, Cuts Rewards for Non-Cardholders
BUSINESS

United Flight to Washington Diverts to Dakar After Mid-Air Emergency

A United Airlines flight to Washington D.C. made an emergency landing in Dakar, Senegal, after experiencing an unspecified mid-air issue over the Atlantic.

Feb 18, 20263 min
United Flight to Washington Diverts to Dakar After Mid-Air Emergency
SAFETY

United Airlines Orders 300 GEnx Engines for Boeing 787 Fleet

United Airlines has ordered 300 GE Aerospace GEnx engines to power its new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, solidifying its fleet modernization strategy.

Feb 18, 20262 min
United Airlines Orders 300 GEnx Engines for Boeing 787 Fleet
BUSINESS

United Airlines picks 300 GE engines to power its massive Boeing 787 fleet

United Airlines has selected 300 GE GEnx engines to power its 150 new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, a move that will make it the largest GEnx operator.

Feb 17, 20262 min
United Airlines picks 300 GE engines to power its massive Boeing 787 fleet
MANUFACTURING

United Airlines Boeing 767 Makes Emergency Landing In Dublin After System Fault

A United Airlines Boeing 767 ferry flight diverted to Dublin after an electrical fault; the 33-year-old aircraft landed safely for technical inspections.

Feb 16, 20262 min
United Airlines Boeing 767 Makes Emergency Landing In Dublin After System Fault
SAFETY

United Airlines CISO reveals new strategies to boost operational resilience.

United Airlines is prioritizing operational resilience as its CISO addresses emerging cyber threats and the impact of recent software vulnerabilities.

Feb 15, 20263 min
United Airlines CISO reveals new strategies to boost operational resilience.
TECHNOLOGY

NTSB blames air traffic control for United Airlines Flight 1890 injuries.

NTSB officials found air traffic control failed to warn United Airlines Flight 1890 about turbulence; the error led to several crew and passenger injuries.

Feb 12, 20262 min
NTSB blames air traffic control for United Airlines Flight 1890 injuries.
SAFETY
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