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United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL) is the parent of United Airlines, a major U.S. carrier in scheduled passenger air transportation with hubs in Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. This news page aggregates coverage of United’s announcements, operational updates and corporate communications, giving readers a single view into developments at an airline that describes itself as operating the most comprehensive global route network among North American carriers and as the largest airline in the world by available seat miles.
News about United often highlights customer experience initiatives and digital enhancements. Recent releases have described new features in the United mobile app, such as a virtual gate view of the boarding process, a United Club recommendation tool based on proximity and capacity, and real-time bag tracking with a package-style interface. Other updates focus on onboard experience, including the rollout of Starlink-powered Wi‑Fi on regional and mainline aircraft and the introduction of preorder options for fresh United Economy meals on eligible flights across North America and the Caribbean.
Investors and travelers can also find financial and corporate news, including earnings announcements, webcasts for quarterly and full-year results, and information on collaborations with technology and distribution partners. Examples include a long-term relationship with Travelport to advance New Distribution Capability retailing and loyalty-related initiatives such as the MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card and partnerships that expand mileage earning and redemption across other airlines’ networks.
By following this page, readers can monitor how United communicates about its network, customer-facing investments, loyalty program developments, operational performance and responses to broader industry events, all drawn from official press releases and related company disclosures.
United Airlines (NYSE:UAL) announced that its venture capital arm, United Airlines Ventures (UAV), has invested in aerospace startup Astro Mechanica, which is developing revolutionary supersonic aircraft technology. The startup's flagship product, Duality™, is an adaptive engine that combines hybrid electric architecture with innovative propulsion technology, capable of operating efficiently from takeoff to Mach 3+ speeds.
The engine design uniquely separates propulsion units from the turboshaft engine using electric motors, allowing it to function as a turbofan, turbojet, or ramjet depending on speed requirements. Initially targeting military applications, the technology aims to eventually enable transpacific supersonic commercial flights.
United Airlines (NYSE:UAL) has announced a significant entertainment upgrade through a partnership with Apple TV+. The airline will offer full seasons of award-winning Apple Original series for free on its 130,000+ seatback screens and United mobile app, featuring shows like Severance, Ted Lasso, and Silo.
As part of its United Next growth plan, the company aims to expand to 300,000+ screens across its fleet, featuring new 27-inch, 4K OLED Bluetooth-enabled screens - the largest among U.S. carriers. The partnership will initially include complete first seasons of several popular series, with The Morning Show and Bad Sisters joining in September 2025.
JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) and United (NASDAQ: UAL) have received approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation for their Blue Sky collaboration. The partnership, set to launch in fall 2025, will enhance customer benefits across both airlines.
Key features include: reciprocal loyalty program benefits allowing customers to earn and use miles/points across both airlines, integrated booking platforms, shared premium perks, and infrastructure agreements. JetBlue will provide United access to up to 7 daily round-trip slots at JFK Terminal 6 starting 2027, while both airlines will exchange 8 flight timings at Newark. Additionally, United will transition its travel booking services to JetBlue's Paisly platform.
United Airlines (NYSE:UAL) announced the expansion of its Special Olympics Service Ambassador (SOSA) program to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Newark hubs. The initiative aims to hire 10 more Special Olympics athletes, bringing the total to 28 SOSAs across all seven U.S. hubs.
NFL Hall of Famer Jerry Rice participated in San Francisco to support recruitment efforts. SOSAs work part-time with full benefits, helping customers navigate airport facilities. The program, launched in 2019, demonstrates United's commitment to creating employment opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.
This expansion builds on United's extensive partnership with Special Olympics, which includes various initiatives such as plane pull competitions, Capitol Hill Day support, and accessibility improvements across their services.
United Airlines (UAL) reported strong Q2 2025 results with a pre-tax profit of $1.2 billion and diluted EPS of $2.97. Total operating revenue grew 1.7% year-over-year to $15.2 billion, with adjusted diluted EPS of $3.87 exceeding guidance.
The airline observed a 6-point acceleration in demand and double-digit business demand growth in early July 2025. United updated its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $9.00-$11.00. Key revenue growth areas included premium cabin (+5.6%), cargo (+3.8%), and loyalty (+8.7%).
Operationally, United achieved its best post-pandemic Q2 performance in on-time departures and lowest seat cancellation rates. The company strengthened its balance sheet by repaying remaining debt from a $6.8B MileagePlus financing, ending Q2 with a 2.0x trailing twelve months net leverage.
United Airlines (NYSE:UAL) announced it will host a conference call to discuss its second-quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, July 17 at 9:30 a.m. CT/10:30 a.m. ET. The company will release its Q2 results and outlook after market close on Wednesday, July 16. Investors can access a live, listen-only webcast of the conference call through the company's investor relations website at ir.united.com.
United Airlines (NYSE:UAL) has launched new features in its mobile app to enhance the connecting flight experience. The app now provides personalized gate-to-gate directions, real-time updates, and ConnectionSaver notifications at U.S. hub airports. During spring beta testing, the features achieved a 98% connection success rate among 350,000 users.
The update builds on United's AI-powered ConnectionSaver technology, which has saved over 3.3 million connections since 2019. The system includes features for comfortable connections, tight connections, and missed connections, serving the 20+ million customers with connecting flights this summer. Future enhancements will include additional languages, expanded navigation support, and enhanced text message updates.
United Airlines (UAL) and JetBlue announced 'Blue Sky', a unique loyalty program collaboration starting fall 2025. The partnership enables MileagePlus customers to earn and use miles on JetBlue flights, while TrueBlue members gain access to United's extensive network. Key features include reciprocal loyalty benefits, cross-platform flight bookings, and slot exchanges at major airports. JetBlue will provide United access to 7 daily round-trip slots at JFK starting 2027, while both airlines will exchange 8 flight timings at Newark. Additionally, United will transition its travel services to JetBlue's Paisly platform, and JetBlue will become the first partner to use United's Kinective Media technology.
United Airlines (UAL) and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA have reached a tentative agreement that would provide industry-leading wages and benefits for 28,000 flight attendants. The agreement includes a signing bonus and improvements to scheduling and quality of life. Before implementation, the contract requires approval from the AFA's Master Executive Council and ratification by flight attendants. If ratified, the new contract would have a five-year term.
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