It is unlikely the rumored “champagne-on-demand” button will really be part of its upcoming offerings, but United Airlines is looking at options to expand its Polaris premium cabin.
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Bigger bins coming to some United Express/Skywest E175s
United Airlines has a new plan to avoid gate-checked bags on its regional jet fleet: Larger overhead bins will be installed on 50 planes by the end of the year.
Points pooling comes to United’s MileagePlus program
Pooling of loyalty points is not new. But typically it is implemented by smaller airlines and comes with far more restrictions than what United is launching.
Rumor has it…
With a major IFC contract ready to be awarded, could a dark horse score an unexpected win?
United A321s’ “no smoking” signs work too well
United Airlines cannot turn off the “no smoking” signs on its A321neo aircraft. This appears to have led to the fleet being temporarily grounded while an exemption is being processed by the FAA.
Evolving inflight connectivity: Viasat takes on the art of passenger engagement
Viasat turned in another quarter of revenue growth, driven by mobility. Further growth will depend, among other things, on helping airlines better deliver the services to passengers.
Right for whom? Airlines shift SAF goals to easier – and far less effective – targets
Faced with insufficient supply of SAFs that could actually help reduce emissions, airlines are turning to options that just make things worse for everyone.
American snags slots for JFK-Haneda service
American Airlines secured the necessary authorities to launch service between New York City and Tokyo, beating out United Airlines. Ultimately, the US Department of Transportation favored American’s offering as an incremental add of service rather than a shift of existing capacity.
The MAX 9 is back, but a major question remains
Twenty days ago a door plug blew out of a Boeing 737 MAX 9. The FAA now has allowed the type to return to service. Yet one significant question remains unanswered: Why were just some planes grounded?
American taps Intelsat for high speed Wi-Fi on regional fleet
American Airlines will upgrade the inflight internet on its regional jet fleet over the next two years. The carrier selected Intelsat to provide high-speed satellite-based service to just under 500 of the smaller jets.