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United Customers Can Grab-and-Go at New Airport Club in Denver

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Monday, November 7, 2022

DENVER, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United today announced it opened a new club concept at Denver International Airport designed for busy travelers who want to grab a snack, beverage or barista-made coffee on the way to their flight. United Club FlySM is a first-of-its-kind concept for a U.S. airline and gives a guilt-free option to the more than half of airport club and lounge visitors who like to take snacks to go1. This new format comes on the heels of United opening new club locations in Newark Liberty International Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, and reflects the airline's larger ambitions to create a bespoke club experience that meets the unique needs of travelers across its network.  

Key Points: 
  • United Club FlySM is a first-of-its-kind concept for a U.S. airline and gives a guilt-free option to the more than half of airport club and lounge visitors who like to take snacks to go1.
  • As part of United's ongoing commitment to renovate and introduce new United Club locations throughout its network and provide a more modern United brand experience, United Club Fly in Denver presents a contemporary design that celebrates the region a proud United hub for more than 30 years.
  • United Club members, travelers in premium cabins flying internationally and United Club one-time pass holders will have access to United Club Fly.
  • For photos and video of United Club Fly, visit here , and for more information on United Club locations and how to visit one, go to united.com/unitedclub .

United Launches Calibrate: Apprenticeship Program to Grow and Diversify Aircraft Technician Pipeline

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced the launch of Calibrate, an in-house apprenticeship program that will help grow and diversify its pipeline of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs). The inaugural class starts next week in Houston as the airline plans to train more than 1,000 people at about a dozen locations by 2026, with the goal of at least half being women or people of color.

Key Points: 
  • Calibrate is a 36-month program in which participants "earn and learn" getting paid while completing the full-time certification and training process.
  • "This program will provide life-changing opportunities, help to diversify our workforce and give us access to an even bigger pool of talented, qualified, motivated people."
  • For more about how to join the United team, please visit www.united.com/careers and more information about the company is at www.united.com .
  • United Airlines Holdings, Inc., the parent company of United Airlines, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

United and Jaguar Launch the First All-Electric Gate-to-Gate Airport Transfer Service in the U.S.

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

CHICAGO, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines and Jaguar North America today launched the first gate-to-gate airport transfer service powered by an all-electric fleet in the U.S. Starting this month at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, select MileagePlus Premier members can enjoy chauffeured rides between their connecting aircraft in the 2023 Jaguar I-PACE HSE, the first all-electric performance SUV from Jaguar. The vehicles will go into service at United hubs in Denver, Houston, Newark/New York, Washington D.C, San Francisco and Los Angeles by the end of the year. These SUVs are expected to make an estimated 60 trips per day and transfer more than 1,000 United customers daily.

Key Points: 
  • These SUVs are expected to make an estimated 60 trips per day and transfer more than 1,000 United customers daily.
  • United's ground transfer service is a surprise benefit for select Premier MileagePlus members with tight connections at the air carrier's U.S. hub airports.
  • Through December 31, 2022, United MileagePlus members can earn 50,000 miles through the purchase or lease a new Jaguar vehicle.
  • United Airlines Holdings, Inc., the parent company of United Airlines, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

United Continues Transatlantic Leadership with Debut of 2023 Summer Schedule

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

CHICAGO, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today continued its transatlantic leadership among U.S. carriers with the debut of the airline's 2023 summer schedule that includes adding new service to three cities – Malaga, Spain; Stockholm, Sweden; and Dubai, UAE – as well as six more flights to some of the most popular destinations in Europe, including Rome, Paris, Barcelona, London, Berlin, and Shannon. In total, United will fly to 37 cities in Europe, Africa, India and the Middle East next summer, more destinations than all other U.S. airlines combined.

Key Points: 
  • In total, United will fly to 37 cities in Europe, Africa, India and the Middle East next summer, more destinations than all other U.S. airlines combined.
  • United continues to expand its best-in-class European network from Chicago next summer with new direct, daily flights to Barcelona on a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, starting May 25.
  • Next summer, United will fly to 14 destinations in Europe from Chicago, more than any other airline.
  • United Airlines Holdings, Inc., the parent company of United Airlines, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

United to Hold Webcast of Third-Quarter 2022 Financial Results

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Friday, September 30, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United will hold a conference call to discuss third-quarter 2022 financial results on Wednesday, October 19 at 9:30 a.m. CT/10:30 a.m.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United will hold a conference call to discuss third-quarter 2022 financial results on Wednesday, October 19 at 9:30 a.m. CT/10:30 a.m.
  • A live, listen-only webcast of the conference call will be available at ir.united.com .
  • The company will issue its third-quarter 2022 financial results and outlook after market close on Tuesday, October 18.
  • United Airlines Holdings, Inc., the parent company of United Airlines, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

United Names Jonathan Ireland Senior Vice President of Finance

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Friday, September 23, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today named Jonathan Ireland senior vice president of finance, overseeing the carrier's $40 billion operating cost structure and $5 billion capital budget, managing the business planning functions, and leading enterprise financial goal setting.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today named Jonathan Ireland senior vice president of finance, overseeing the carrier's $40 billion operating cost structure and $5 billion capital budget, managing the business planning functions, and leading enterprise financial goal setting.
  • He most recently served as vice president of financial planning and analysis and will continue to report to Gerry Laderman, United's executive vice president and chief financial officer.
  • "In his time with United, Jonathan has helped United navigate fuel price spikes, economic downturns and, over the past few years, the most challenging financial conditions United has ever faced," said Laderman.
  • Prior to his promotion, Ireland held increasingly responsible positions in United's finance organization, serving as vice president of financial planning and analysis; vice president and chief financial officer of operations; vice president and chief financial officer for the commercial team; and managing director of investor relations.

Growing Number of Airlines Adding More Healthy Options To Their In-Flight Menus

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

Along the way, the world's top airline carriers have been revamping the in-flight experience, most noticeably by adding more meatless options to their menus.

Key Points: 
  • Along the way, the world's top airline carriers have been revamping the in-flight experience, most noticeably by adding more meatless options to their menus.
  • From airport restaurants to in-flight food, eating during traveling is often a puzzle, trying tofigure out options that are bothaffordableand nutritious.
  • Taking a cue from the pandemic-era push towards cleaner, greener living and sustainability, airlines around the globe have been livening up their inflight meal options with a host of sustainable menu items."
  • The range of inflight food products being diversified right now has been really exciting, particularly for passengers looking for healthier options when they fly.

Growing Number of Airlines Adding More Healthy Options To Their In-Flight Menus

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, September 15, 2022

Along the way, the world's top airline carriers have been revamping the in-flight experience, most noticeably by adding more meatless options to their menus.

Key Points: 
  • Along the way, the world's top airline carriers have been revamping the in-flight experience, most noticeably by adding more meatless options to their menus.
  • From airport restaurants to in-flight food, eating during traveling is often a puzzle, trying tofigure out options that are bothaffordableand nutritious.
  • Taking a cue from the pandemic-era push towards cleaner, greener living and sustainability, airlines around the globe have been livening up their inflight meal options with a host of sustainable menu items."
  • The range of inflight food products being diversified right now has been really exciting, particularly for passengers looking for healthier options when they fly.

United and Emirates Expand Market Presence Through New Agreement

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

CHICAGO and DUBAI, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United and Emirates announced a historic commercial agreement today that will enhance each airline's network and give their customers easier access to hundreds of destinations within the United States and around the world*.

Key Points: 
  • United and Emirates announced their agreement today at a ceremonial event atDulles International Airport, hosted by United CEO Scott Kirby and Emirates President Sir Tim Clark, featuring United and Emirates Boeing 777-300ER aircraft and flight crews from each carrier.
  • This is a proud moment for both United and Emirates employees, and I look forward to our journey together."
  • It's a significant partnership that will unlock tremendous consumer benefit and bring the United Arab Emirates and the United States even closer," said Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline.
  • Eligible United customers will also soon have access to Emirates lounges when connecting to and from United's new Dubai flight.

Game On! United Adds 120+ Flights for College Football Fans to See Their Team on the Road this Fall

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

CHICAGO, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United is giving college football fans more chances to see their favorite team on the road this fall by adding 120 new flights to its schedule. According to a recent survey of the airline's loyalty customers, more than 80% of avid college football fans are likely to fly to see a game this season. United is adding connections to more than 45 away games – including some of the country's biggest powerhouses like Alabama, Oklahoma, Iowa, Ohio State, Notre Dame and Michigan – and tickets are on sale now in the United app and United.com.

Key Points: 
  • According to a recent survey of the airline's loyalty customers, more than 80% of avid college football fans are likely to fly to see a game this season.
  • "College football fans love following their team on the road and this year we're making it easier than ever," said Michael Weeks, managing director of domestic schedule development and publication at United.
  • For more about how to join the United team, please visit www.united.com/careers and more information about the company is at www.united.com .
  • United Airlines Holdings, Inc., the parent company of United Airlines, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".