Only two carriers in the U.S. still fly the pencil today—Delta and United. However, that will change in the not-too-distant future, as United plans to phase out the Boeing 757 in favor of more modern, efficient aircraft. So, if the 757 is still on your aircraft bucket list, you may want to snag a flight on one soon. … [Read more...] about United Plans to Phase Out the Boeing 757
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United MileagePlus 2025 Changes
Change is in the air, and I don't mean the changing seasons. Rather, it seems as is now is the time for airline loyalty program changes, with the latest announcement being for the upcoming United MileagePlus 2025 changes. However, these aren't like those recently announced by Alaska Airlines. … [Read more...] about United MileagePlus 2025 Changes
United is Deploying Starlink Across Its Fleet
One of the largest airlines in the U.S. has decided to switch to one of the newest in-flight internet vendors as United is deploying Starlink across its fleet. The move makes United one of the few airlines that have committed to the service, and the largest American carrier to do so. … [Read more...] about United is Deploying Starlink Across Its Fleet
DOT is Investigating the Big 4 Frequent Flier Programs
The Department of Transportation has been making moves to provide consumers with better protections against airlines. However, their recent initiative isn't one I was expecting at all - the DOT is investigating the Big 4 frequent flier programs. … [Read more...] about DOT is Investigating the Big 4 Frequent Flier Programs
United Flight Attendants Voted to Strike
Like their peers at Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, United flight attendants voted to strike this past week. However, as is the case with the other airline strike votes, this doesn't mean a strike is imminent. That said, those with plans to travel with United (or Alaska and American) in the near future should keep tabs on negotiations. … [Read more...] about United Flight Attendants Voted to Strike
United Airlines Introduces Family Sharing
The points & miles community has long been clamoring for the ability to pool miles amongst family members. Now, that's a reality with one airline, as United Airlines introduces family sharing. However, there is one potentially huge catch, depending on what your travel habits are. … [Read more...] about United Airlines Introduces Family Sharing
United Secures the Former Hawaiian Haneda Slot
As you'll recall, United has been aggressively pursuing Haneda slots. They went after and lost Delta's surrendered Portland-Haneda slot. But their second, more convoluted fight has paid off, as United secures the former Hawaiian Haneda slot. … [Read more...] about United Secures the Former Hawaiian Haneda Slot
United Hikes Bag Fees
In a move so predictable that it's like predicting the sun will rise tomorrow, United hikes bag fees, following American Airlines almost verbatim. Unfortunately, unlike American, United doesn't publish its baggage fees. … [Read more...] about United Hikes Bag Fees
Earn More United PQPs with Credit Card Spend
It's going to get a little easier to earn MileagePlus Premier status, as you will be able to earn more United PQPs with credit card spend next year. These changes apply to cards issues by both Chase and First Hawaiian Bank. That's right, FHB issues a United credit card - something I totally forgot about until now. … [Read more...] about Earn More United PQPs with Credit Card Spend
Hawaiian Must Use or Lose Its Haneda Slots
Recently, United Airlines tried to snatch Hawaiian's nighttime slot at Tokyo Haneda. The slot is typically used for Kona-Haneda, which hasn't flown since pre-COVID. But now, the DOT says Hawaiian must use or lose its Haneda slots. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Must Use or Lose Its Haneda Slots