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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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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*.

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  • 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.

Television Academy Corporate Partners Get Ready to Celebrate the 2022 Emmy® Awards Season

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Monday, August 22, 2022

Returning for the third year in a row, Kia America is the Official Automotive Partner of the 2022 Emmy Awards season, the Television Academy and Television Academy Foundation, along with the NBC telecast of the 74th Emmy Awards.

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  • Returning for the third year in a row, Kia America is the Official Automotive Partner of the 2022 Emmy Awards season, the Television Academy and Television Academy Foundation, along with the NBC telecast of the 74th Emmy Awards.
  • Throughout the Emmy Awards season, Franciacorta is providing numerous varietals of sparkling wines from the regions finest wineries, produced with second fermentation in the bottle.
  • JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, located in Paso Robles, California, is the Official Wine Partner of the 2022 Emmy Awards season.
  • The Television Academy strives to shape and advance the dynamic television landscape and advocate for the global television industry capturing the zeitgeist of a new generation of entertainment.

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.

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  • 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".

Air Canada and United Airlines Expand Relationship to Make Transborder Travel Easier, With More Choice

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Friday, July 22, 2022

"As international travel continues to recover, this expanded partnership will provide an enhanced experience for all transborder travel."

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  • "As international travel continues to recover, this expanded partnership will provide an enhanced experience for all transborder travel."
  • Air Canada and United already cooperate in the transborder market, according to the terms of their existing U.S. antitrust immunity.
  • Air Canada provides scheduled passenger service directly to 51 airports in Canada, 51 in the United States and 86 internationally.
  • 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 Second-Quarter 2022 Financial Results

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Friday, July 1, 2022

CHICAGO, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United will hold a conference call to discuss second-quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, July 21 at 9:30 a.m. CT/10:30 a.m.

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  • CHICAGO, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United will hold a conference call to discuss second-quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, July 21 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 second-quarter 2022 financial results and outlook after market close on Wednesday, July 20.
  • In 2019, United and United Expresscarriersoperated more than 1.7 million flights carrying more than 162 million customers.

MIAT College of Technology's Aviation Maintenance Students Earn Top 5 Placement at Their First Aerospace Maintenance Competition in Dallas, Texas

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

HOUSTON, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MIAT College of Technology's (MIAT) Aviation Maintenance Program students, the MIAT Mustangs, participated in its first Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC) in Dallas, Texas in late April. The team of five students and one alternate, all currently enrolled in the school's Part 147 FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) certification programs, came away with $6,000 in cash awards, tools valued at $1,800 and their arms full of awards: first place United Airlines Competing with Professionalism Award, fourth place overall against 29 other aviation maintenance school teams, 16th place overall out of 73 total teams (combined schools and professional aviation-related companies), and first place in five different events (schools). MIAT is part of Universal Technical Institute, Inc.'s family of brands.

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  • HOUSTON, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MIAT College of Technology's (MIAT) Aviation Maintenance Program students, the MIAT Mustangs, participated in its first Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC) in Dallas, Texas in late April.
  • "The MIAT Mustangs made a great showing for their first time at AMC.
  • "The MIAT Mustangs were extremely honored to be selected as one of three aviation maintenance schools sponsored by United, Houston's hometown airline," stated Titus Hubbard, MIAT campus director.
  • "These competitions allow our students an opportunity to test their skills on the competition floor while also being exposed to the future of aviation.