JetBlue and United secure DOT approval for Blue Sky collaboration

JetBlue and United Airlines (United) have completed the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) review of their proposed Blue Sky collaboration, allowing the airlines to move forward with implementation. The review, led by Secretary Duffy and Assistant Secretary Edwards, marks a major step toward integrating services designed to expand travel options and enhance loyalty benefits for […]

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DAE, United sign ten-aircraft purchase-and-leaseback deal

Aircraft & Engines

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), a global aviation services provider, has signed a significant purchase agreement with United Airlines (United) for ten new Boeing 737-9 aircraft. Under the terms of the agreement, DAE will acquire the aircraft and lease them back to United on long-term contracts, with deliveries scheduled between August 2025 and February 2026. Firoz

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United Airlines has taken delivery of six new Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft on lease from Griffin

Griffin leases six Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft to United Airlines

Aircraft & Engines

Griffin Global Asset Management has finalised long-term lease agreements with United Airlines (United) for six new Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft. The deliveries were completed across April and May 2025, marking a new partnership between the two companies and aligning with United’s ongoing fleet expansion strategy under the United Next plan. The agreement represents a

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United Airlines and flight attendants union reach agreement on new contract

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United Airlines and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) have reached a tentative agreement that, if ratified, will deliver industry-leading pay increases along with a range of improvements for the airline’s 28,000 flight attendants. This significant development marks a major milestone in labour relations for the airline and represents a strong step forward in enhancing

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United Airlines invests in JetZero's Z4 aircraft © JetZero

United Airlines invests in start-up JetZero

Aircraft & Engines

United Airlines (United) has announced an investment in JetZero, a start-up developing an innovative blended wing body (BWB) aircraft design that promises significant improvements in fuel efficiency and passenger experience. The agreement includes a potential order of up to 100 aircraft, with an option for an additional 100, subject to JetZero meeting development milestones, including

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Archer plans to launch an air taxi network in New York City in partnership with United Airlines

Archer and United unveil air taxi plans for New York City

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Archer has revealed plans to launch an air taxi network in New York City in partnership with United Airlines, aiming to revolutionise travel for residents and visitors by drastically reducing journey times to and from the region’s airports. Using its electric aircraft, Midnight, Archer intends to offer flights from Manhattan to nearby airports in just

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United expects the first customer flight to operate on a United Express Embraer 175 aircraft – less than eight months after signing SpaceX deal for Starlink © United

United gains FAA approval for Starlink-equipped flights

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United Airlines (United) has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval for its first Starlink-equipped aircraft, marking a major step in its efforts to enhance in-flight connectivity. The Embraer 175 has been granted a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), with the first commercial flight featuring Starlink expected in May—less than eight months after the partnership was announced.

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United is breaking ground on a new Ground Service Equipment (GSE) maintenance facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) © United Airlines

United Airlines invests in Houston with US$177 million facility

Financial

United Airlines (United) has reaffirmed its commitment to Houston by breaking ground on a new US$177 million ground service equipment (GSE) maintenance facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and opening a state-of-the-art Technical Operations Training Centre. United is the largest airline in Houston, with over 14,000 employees and more than 500 daily departures, United

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United has installed Starlink on its first regional aircraft © United Airlines

United expands Starlink installation across regional fleet

Information Technology

United Airlines (United) has announced the installation of Starlink on its first regional aircraft, highlighting the technical benefits of the equipment, including its compact size, reduced weight and ease of installation and maintenance. The airline has also shared details of the installation process, demonstrating how the system enhances operational efficiency. From May until the end

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United Airlines Boeing 787 © United Airlines

BOC Aviation finalises lease agreement with United Airlines

Aircraft & Engines

BOC Aviation has announced the completion of a lease agreement with United Airlines (United) for three Boeing 737-9 and one Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The three 737-9s are equipped with CFM LEAP-1B engines, while the 787-9 operates with General Electric GEnx engines. All four aircraft are currently in service with United, supporting the airline’s ongoing fleet

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JetBlue and United secure DOT approval for Blue Sky collaboration

DAE, United sign ten-aircraft purchase-and-leaseback deal

Griffin leases six Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft to United Airlines

United Airlines and flight attendants union reach agreement on new contract

United Airlines invests in start-up JetZero

Archer and United unveil air taxi plans for New York City

United gains FAA approval for Starlink-equipped flights

United Airlines invests in Houston with US$177 million facility

United expands Starlink installation across regional fleet

BOC Aviation finalises lease agreement with United Airlines

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