Airlines file lawsuit over Biden's 'hidden junk fees' crackdown
U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, and United, have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to overturn a new rule requiring upfront fee transparency, arguing it overreaches authority and confuses consumers, while the Transportation Department vows to defend against what it calls "hidden junk fees."
United flight to San Francisco diverted after odor fills cabin
United Airlines has had several chaotic incidents on their flights in recent weeks.
United Airlines asks pilots to take time off in May due to shortage of new Boeing planes
United Airlines is asking its pilots to take time off in May because of delays in receiving new planes that the airline ordered from Boeing, which is struggling with production due to manufacturing problems.
United Airlines says federal regulators will increase oversight following issues
Federal regulators are increasing their oversight of United Airlines, the company announced Friday, following a series of recent issues including a piece of the outer fuselage falling off one jet, an engine fire and a plane losing a tire during takeoff.
United Airlines hikes checked bag fees, following lead of American Airlines, JetBlue
United Airlines announced Friday it is raising baggage fees, following a similar move earlier this week by American Airlines and JetBlue.
United flight diverted to Chicago due to alleged bomb threat
A United Airlines flight headed to Los Angeles from New Jersey was diverted to Chicago after the crew reported a safety issue Wednesday morning.
United finds loose bolts on 737 Max 9 jets
Chicago-based United Airlines said during an inspection of its fleet on Monday that it found several loose bolts meant to hold down the same part that blew off an Alaska Airlines plane on Friday.
United Airlines flight attendants picket for fair contract
Hundreds of United Airlines flight attendants are demanding more action when it comes to their contracts.
United Airlines issues new boarding policy – and it’s a perk for middle seat flyers
The airline's new policy will go into effect on Oct. 26.
13-year-old cancer survivor gifted all-expenses-paid trip to see Bears play Chiefs
The Chicago Bears are giving a special 13-year-old fan the trip of a lifetime this weekend after she won her battle against cancer.
United Airlines confirms departure delays not caused by cybersecurity concerns
United Airlines said Tuesday that a software update triggered a glitch that forced it to halt departures nationwide, briefly crippling one of the nation's biggest carriers on a busy travel day.
Aviation expert weighs in on United's nationwide ground stop
United Airlines has resumed its flights after experiencing a nationwide ground stop on Tuesday, citing a systemwide issue that affected passengers, flight crews, baggage handling, and connecting flights.
Chicago aviation expert weighs in on United's nationwide ground stop
United Airlines has resumed its flights after experiencing a nationwide ground stop on Tuesday.
United flights back in the air after technology issue
United Airlines lifted its ground stop after a nationwide issue.
United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop after equipment outage
United Airlines asked the Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday to ground all its flights for around 40 minutes in the United States due to equipment failure.
United partners with Convoy of Hope to deliver 24K pounds of aid to Hawaii
Much needed supplies were loaded onto a United flight at O’Hare Airport on Wednesday en route to Maui to help humanitarian efforts in the wake of devastating wildfires.
United flight from Chicago carrying supplies to Maui
Much needed supplies were loaded onto a wide body plane at O’Hare Airport on Wednesday and are ready to be flown to Hawaii to help relief efforts in the wake of devastating wildfires.
United airlines cancels all flights going to Maui, sends empty planes to bring passengers back to mainland
United Airlines is apologizing for the inconvenience and is working to get passengers to their destinations as soon as possible but the safety of their passengers is their main concern.
Illinois AG condemns Republican letter on race-based hiring practices
Kwame Raoul is joining other Democratic attorneys general in denouncing a letter warning America's biggest companies against using race-based hiring practices.
Illinois AG condemns Republican letter on race-based hiring practices
Kwame Raoul is joining other Democratic attorneys general in denouncing a letter warning America's biggest companies against using race-based hiring practices.