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

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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United Airlines will receive 20 A321neo aircraft starting in 2026

SMBC Aviation Capital leases 20 Airbus A321neos to United

Aircraft & Engines

SMBC Aviation Capital, a prominent global aircraft leasing company, has finalised lease agreements with United Airlines (United) for 20 Airbus A321neo aircraft. These aircraft, part of United’s previously announced fleet expansion in April, will be delivered starting in 2026 and will come directly from SMBC Aviation Capital’s Airbus orderbook. This agreement follows a recently completed

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United Airlines reveals Q1 2024 financials and fleet developments

Financial

United Airlines (UAL) has announced its first-quarter (Q1) 2024 financial results, recording a pre-tax loss of US$164 million, marking a US$92 million improvement compared to the same quarter last year. Adjusted pre-tax loss stood at US$79 million, reflecting a US$187 million improvement on an adjusted basis from the previous year. These figures include a US$200

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New bins will be available on 50 aircraft by the end of this year and can accommodate up to 29 more bags per flight, helping make room for everyone's carry-on © United Airlines

United introduces larger overhead bins for Skywest E175 fleet

Other News

United Airlines (United) has released that it is installing new, larger overhead bins on its SkyWest operated Embraer E175 fleet that will provide more room for passengers’ roll aboard carry-on bags. These new bins will be available on 50 aircraft with a 76-seat configuration by the end of this year. United may expand the E175

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United Express operated by Mesa Air Group

Key agreements with United propel Mesa Air Group’s financial strength and flexibility

Financial, Top Stories

Mesa Air Group has unveiled a series of agreements with United Airlines (United) that promise to significantly enhance its operating income and liquidity over the coming year. Additionally, the company has provided an update on its efforts to reduce debt and fortify liquidity by selling excess CRJ-900 assets. Highlights of the United agreements: The United

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United Airlines boosts fleet with 110 aircraft orders with Boeing and Airbus

Aircraft & Engines

On Tuesday, October 3, United Airlines unveiled an ambitious plan, announcing its commitment to purchase a total of 110 new aircraft from both Boeing and Airbus. In addition to these acquisitions, the airline has also secured options to acquire an additional 90 planes, signifying a strong vote of confidence in the aviation industry’s future. United

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United is targeting EPS modules for potential use in airline's current ground operations, while eyeing an all-electric flight academy in the future

United Airlines makes investment in Electric Power Systems (EPS)

Financial

United Airlines (United) has made an investment in Electric Power Systems (EPS), a company producing battery technology that can potentially be used for a broad suite of aerospace applications. Rather than producing battery cells, the company’s compatible module technology can be adapted to support a variety of batteries, optimising performance and safety. The versatility of

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AAR and United Airlines extend MRO relationship

MRO & Production

AAR CORP., has signed an agreement with United Airlines (United) to extend its existing airframe MRO services relationship through 2030 and expand its heavy maintenance commitments. Under this agreement, AAR has committed to growing its dedicated airframe narrow-body capacity to provide United Airlines a minimum of ten lines of maintenance support across AAR’s Miami, Florida

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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

SMBC Aviation Capital leases 20 Airbus A321neos to United

United Airlines reveals Q1 2024 financials and fleet developments

United introduces larger overhead bins for Skywest E175 fleet

Key agreements with United propel Mesa Air Group’s financial strength and flexibility

United Airlines boosts fleet with 110 aircraft orders with Boeing and Airbus

United Airlines makes investment in Electric Power Systems (EPS)

AAR and United Airlines extend MRO relationship

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