United Airlines Raises Outlook After ‘Acceleration’ in Travel Demand

The chaos that has plagued Newark is over after lots of 'begging' for help, United's CEO says

United Airlines operates around 70% of flights at Newark Airport.Gary Hershorn/Getty ImagesNewark Airport suffered from huge delays earlier this year, until the FAA introduced flight caps."I've literally been begging them to do that," said United CEO Scott Kirby.United's performance at Newark is much better, while more economic stability also improved bookings.After a spell of severe disruption, Newark Airport is back to normal operations — and …

Analysis-US airlines reap rewards from premium travel strategy amid demand slump

By Rajesh Kumar Singh CHICAGO (Reuters) -U.S. airlines doubled down on high-end travel after the pandemic to drive up profits and reduce their vulnerability to economic swings. The strategy is paying off as the margins of carriers selling premium seats have held up despite a slump in overall travel demand. Strong demand from affluent travelers is helping airlines offset a pullback in spending by price-sensitive customers. Delta Air Lines last we…

United Airlines gives encouraging update on Starlink Wi-Fi issues - The Points Guy

United Airlines has "resolved" the problem that led the carrier to turn off brand-new Starlink Wi-Fi systems on regional jets last month, executives said Thursday.That's great news for passengers hoping to use its fastest inflight internet yet, which is free for MileagePlus members.In early June, TPG was first to report that the Chicago-based carrier had to disable its Starlink service after pilots reported static interference on channels they u…

United Airlines says less uncertainty opens door to 'strong finish' to 2025

United Airlines was bullish on Wednesday about a "strong finish" to the year as the carrier saw demand begin to rise earlier in the month amid decreased uncertainty. The Chicago-based airline said in its second-quarter earnings report that demand posted a "sequential 6-point" acceleration beginning in early July, with business demand notching a "double-digit acceleration" compared to the second quarter. That uptick, United said, came from "less …

United Airlines CEO Sees ‘Upside’ to Earnings Target

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby discusses second-quarter results and firming demand for airline travel, saying, “it was like a light switch at the end of June for business.” (Source: Bloomberg)

United Airlines profits dip, company says world getting 'less uncertain'

United Airlines has reported a drop in second-quarter profits on higher costs and predicted a rise in travel as geopolitical worries ease. The carrier with...