United Express

United Airlines Names Sarah Murphy Senior Vice President of United Express

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Monday, June 10, 2019

CHICAGO, June 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --United Airlines today named Sarah Murphy senior vice president of United Express, where she will oversee the carrier's extensive regional network, product, customer service, operations and strategy.

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  • CHICAGO, June 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --United Airlines today named Sarah Murphy senior vice president of United Express, where she will oversee the carrier's extensive regional network, product, customer service, operations and strategy.
  • "With Sarah, the United Express team is gaining a versatile leader who will guide our strong regional operations to new levels of success.
  • Previously, Murphy served as United's vice president of financial planning and analysis, overseeing the airline's operating and capital budgets.
  • Together, United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 4,900 flights a day to 355 airports across five continents.

United Airlines & OTG to Host First Ever Airport Drag Brunch at Newark Liberty International Airport Featuring Kennedy Davenport, Produced by Jake Resnicow

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Monday, June 3, 2019

NEW YORK, June 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of Pride Month and The Trevor Project, OTG and United Airlines are hosting the first-ever airport DJ Drag Brunch at Newark Liberty International Airport.

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  • NEW YORK, June 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of Pride Month and The Trevor Project, OTG and United Airlines are hosting the first-ever airport DJ Drag Brunch at Newark Liberty International Airport.
  • Produced by the renowned nightlife impresario, Jake Resnicow, the brunch will feature live entertainment and top-tier talent, including DJ Steve-Sidewalk and brunch host, Harmonica Sunbeam.
  • Brunch attendees will comprise of representatives from The Trevor Project, United EQUAL members, MileagePlus Exclusives auction winners, select media and influencers.
  • Together, United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 4,900 flights a day to 355 airports across five continents.

Safety-sense with Spider-Man™: United Airlines Launches New Safety Video Featuring Superhero

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Monday, May 13, 2019

CHICAGO, May 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Beginning June 1, United Airlines will launch its latest inflight safety demonstration video featuring Spider-Man in an entertaining mini-drama film.

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  • CHICAGO, May 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Beginning June 1, United Airlines will launch its latest inflight safety demonstration video featuring Spider-Man in an entertaining mini-drama film.
  • The video highlights United's enduring commitment to the safety of all our employees and customers who are "far from home".
  • The video begins with villains entering a corner store and causing 'turbulence' with their disruption to Mr. Delmar, played by Hemky Madera.
  • Together, United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 4,900 flights a day to 355 airports across five continents.

Tickets Now Available for United's New Nonstop Service Between New York/Newark and Cape Town, South Africa

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Tuesday, April 30, 2019

United's service to Cape Town marks the company's 22nd new international route announced in the last two years, including nonstop service between the United States and Prague; Tahiti, French Polynesia; Naples, Italy; Porto, Portugal; and Reykjavik, Iceland.

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  • United's service to Cape Town marks the company's 22nd new international route announced in the last two years, including nonstop service between the United States and Prague; Tahiti, French Polynesia; Naples, Italy; Porto, Portugal; and Reykjavik, Iceland.
  • Booking travel to Cape Town is also an opportunity for United MileagePlus members to enjoy the benefits and perks of their membership.
  • MileagePlus Premier and eligible United MileagePlus Chase cardmembers can book Everyday Awards on flights operated by United and United Express.
  • The common stock of United's parent, United Continental Holdings, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

Out with the Gold, in with the Blue - United Airlines Unveils its Next Fleet Paint Design

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Wednesday, April 24, 2019

The next iteration of United's livery prominently features the color most connected to the airline's core blue.

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  • The next iteration of United's livery prominently features the color most connected to the airline's core blue.
  • Three shades Rhapsody Blue, United Blue and Sky Blue are used throughout the design in a way that pays respect to United's heritage while bringing a more modern energy.
  • The tail will be updated with a gradient in the three shades of blue, while the logo will now appear predominantly in Sky Blue.
  • Together, United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 4,900 flights a day to 355 airports across five continents.

ExpressJet Airlines, a United Express Carrier, Welcomes Ajit Jacob as Managing Director of Transformation

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Thursday, April 18, 2019

ATLANTA, April 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --ExpressJet Airlines, a United Express carrier, recently welcomed Ajit Jacob as Managing Director of Transformation.

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  • ATLANTA, April 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --ExpressJet Airlines, a United Express carrier, recently welcomed Ajit Jacob as Managing Director of Transformation.
  • Jacob joins ExpressJet with more than a decade of financial planning and analysis roles at United Airlines, including experience in Human Resources, Network Operations and Real Estate.
  • ExpressJet Airlines operates as United Express, on behalf of United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAL), to serve more than 100 airports across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with over 3,300 weekly flights from bases in Chicago, Cleveland, Houston and Newark.
  • ExpressJet pilots enjoy top-tier pay and quality of life and a career path to United Airlines.

United Airlines Again Receives "Best-of-the-Best" Award for Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Across All Communities

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019

United's diversity and inclusion initiatives include efforts to build a more inclusive workplace and customer experience.

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  • United's diversity and inclusion initiatives include efforts to build a more inclusive workplace and customer experience.
  • Together, United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 4,900 flights a day to 355 airports across five continents.
  • In 2018, United and United Express operated more than 1.7 million flights carrying more than 158 million customers.
  • The common stock of United's parent, United Continental Holdings, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

United Airlines Names Michael Leskinen Vice President of Corporate Development and Investor Relations

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Friday, April 5, 2019

CHICAGO, April 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced Michael Leskinen has been named to vice president of Corporate Development and Investor Relations.Leskinen currently serves as managing director of Investor Relations.

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  • CHICAGO, April 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced Michael Leskinen has been named to vice president of Corporate Development and Investor Relations.Leskinen currently serves as managing director of Investor Relations.
  • In his expanded role Leskinen will also lead United's strategic investment activities including United's investment activity in partner airlines.
  • Prior to joining United, Leskinen was an executive director at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, where he led the firm's investment efforts in aerospace, defense, and airlines.
  • Together, United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 4,900 flights a day to 355 airports across five continents.

Entertainment for All! United Airlines' New Accessible Inflight Entertainment System Wins Crystal Cabin Award

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Thursday, April 4, 2019

The carrier expects to add this award-winning entertainment system to other aircraft beginning later this year.

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  • The carrier expects to add this award-winning entertainment system to other aircraft beginning later this year.
  • Together, United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 4,800 flights a day to 353 airports across five continents.
  • In 2018, United and United Express operated more than 1.7 million flights carrying more than 158 million customers.
  • The common stock of United's parent, United Continental Holdings, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

MileagePlus Crowned Best Airline Reward Program in the Americas by FlyerTalk Community

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Friday, March 29, 2019

CHICAGO, March 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --United's MileagePlus loyalty program was recognized as the Best Reward Program of any airline in the Americas by FlyerTalk, an online community of frequent travelers who participate in an annual survey to determine the best travel programs and benefits.

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  • CHICAGO, March 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --United's MileagePlus loyalty program was recognized as the Best Reward Program of any airline in the Americas by FlyerTalk, an online community of frequent travelers who participate in an annual survey to determine the best travel programs and benefits.
  • Voters also named the complimentary Economy Plus upgrades that MileagePlus Premier members enjoy the most "Outstanding Benefit" of any airline program in the Americas.
  • MileagePlus members earn award miles by flying United, United Express,Star Allianceairlines or other airline partners, and by purchasing products or services from partners around the globe.
  • United continues to enhance its MileagePlus program, offering members new ways to earn and redeem miles as well as increased benefits.