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United to operate a Washington Reagan National – Newark shuttle

United Airlines has announced a new hourly shuttle service between Washington’s Reagan National Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. United will operate the world’s only two-cabin 50-seat regional aircraft – the Bombardier CRJ550 on most flights. The CRJ550 is designed for business and leisure travelers who want true-first-class seating, Wi-Fi, more leg room and enough space for every customer to bring a roller bag on board.

With this new shuttle service, United will now offer more travel opportunities between these two cities than any other airline in the world. Tickets for the 13 daily flights between Newark and Washington, D.C. will be available for purchase beginning January 18 and service starts on March 29.

The CRJ550 is a first-of-its-kind jet boasting a wide variety of premium amenities, including:

10 seats in United First, 20 seats in Economy Plus, and 20 Economy seats
Space for every customer to bring a roller bag on board.
A self-serve refreshment center for United First customers featuring a wide assortment of snacks and beverages.
More overall legroom per seat than any other 50-seat aircraft flown by a U.S. airline.
The ability to stay connected while in flight with United Wi-Fi.

United’s daily shuttle service between Newark-and D.C. starts March 29, 2020

Depart DCA	Arrive EWR	Aircraft
6:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.	7:18 a.m. 8:21 a.m. 9:21 a.m. 10:21 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:21 p.m. 1:21 p.m. 2:21 p.m. 3:21 p.m. 4:21 p.m. 5:42 p.m. 6:42 p.m. 8:28 p.m.	E-175 CRJ-550 E-175 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 E-175 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550
Depart EWR	Arrive DCA	Aircraft
6:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.	7:21 a.m. 8:22 a.m. 9:21 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:14 p.m. 1:19 p.m. 2:14 p.m. 3:21 p.m. 4:21 p.m. 5:21 p.m. 6:25 p.m. 8:25 p.m. 9:25 p.m.	E-175 CRJ-550 E-175 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 CRJ-550 E-175 CRJ-550 CRJ-550

Flight times subject to change.

New United x Carhartt uniforms hit the “Runway” right on time for winter

United Airlines made this announcement:

Customers are seeing a new look on United Airlines runways. Welcoming the new year, United is debuting new uniforms designed by Carhartt Company Gear (CCG) exclusively for the airline’s 28,000 Technical Operations, Ramp Service and Catering Operations employees. CCG worked directly with United employees for nearly three years to create a collection of uniform pieces that deliver hard-working designs that stand up to the unique demands of their jobs.

Approximately 1,000 employees from both domestic and international operations participated in focus groups and “wear tests” where their input was used to enhance garment features and functionality. The Carhartt collection includes over 50 pieces, each designed to address our below-wing workforce’s specific needs, like bottoms with custom-design pockets to fit wands and other tools, color-blocking on hi-visibility gear to address dirt and grime and fabrics designed to address the wide range of climate conditions across our system. As a part of this effort, Carhartt also put an emphasis on the women’s collection, ensuring these employees have garments that have both proper fit and function. These various design elements and options created will help employees perform safely and efficiently.

The uniform refresh is part of a larger effort to revamp all United uniforms for more than 75,000 employees. Each decision with United’s uniform design partners, Tracy Reese, Brooks Brothers and Carhartt, have been driven by employee feedback, with a focus on high quality fabrics, improved breathability and overall enhanced fit. The next step in this cohesive collection will be to complete a second wear test before revealing final designs from Brooks Brothers and Tracy Reese for flight attendants, pilots, and customer service representatives. United expects to share more information in summer 2020.

Photos: United Airlines.

American and United add special flights from GSP to New Orleans

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (the closest airport to Clemson) has made this announcement:

Football fans planning trips to New Orleans, LA. to watch the Clemson Tigers play for the national title now have nonstop flight options from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP).

American Airlines and United Airlines have added special nonstop flights from GSP to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) providing fans more options to see the Clemson Tigers play the LSU Tigers in the 2020 National Championship Game.

American Airlines:

Date	Flight #	Origin	Departure Time	Destination	Arrival Time	Aircraft
1/11/2020	2385	GSP	10:55	MSY	12:05	737-800
1/14/2020	2380	MSY	8:10	GSP	11:05	737-800
1/14/2020	2516	MSY	11:00	GSP	13:55	737-800

United Airlines:

Date	Flight #	Origin	Departure Time	Destination	Arrival Time	Aircraft
1/11/2020	4006	GSP	12:00	MSY	12:51	E175
1/12/2020	2492	GSP	11:00	MSY	11:51	737-800
1/14/2020	2480	MSY	17:00	GSP	19:41	737-900

In addition to the flights listed above, connecting service to New Orleans is offered by Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines.

United continues the removal of the Boeing 737 MAX from the schedule until at least June 4

United Airlines has extended the grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX until at least June 4, 2020.

United to fly to Dublin from San Francisco

United Airlines has made this announcement:

Traveling between the Silicon Valley and Dublin, Ireland – two of the world’s leading centers of technology and innovation – will soon get a lot easier. Today United Airlines announced that it will launch new daily nonstop service from its hub at San Francisco International Airport to the Irish capital beginning June 5, 2020. United will be the only U.S. airline to offer daily flights direct to Dublin from the West Coast.

United will operate its new San Francisco-Dublin daily nonstop flights with the fuel-efficient Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. With the launch of this new service, United will have more daily business class seats between Dublin and the U.S. this summer than any other domestic airline.

Proposed Flight Schedule, Beginning June 5, 2020*
Flight	Frequency	City Pair	Depart	Arrive	Aircraft
UA 852	Daily	SFO – DUB	3:55 p.m.	9:45 a.m. +1	787-8
UA 853	Daily	DUB – SFO	11:50 a.m.	2:20 p.m.	787-8
*Subject to government approval

United in Ireland

United has proudly served Ireland for more than two decades. With the addition of San Francisco, the airline will offer customers direct flights to Dublin from four of its hubs, including Chicago O’Hare, Washington Dulles and Newark / New York. United provides seasonal service to Shannon, Ireland from Newark / New York as well.

United’s San Francisco Hub

From the Bay Area, United operates more than 300 flights each day to over 100 cities in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia – more flights to more destinations than any other airline. Along with Dublin, United offers nonstop service out of San Francisco International to seven major European cities including Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Munich, Paris and Zurich. United continues to provide unparalleled access to points across the globe from its SFO hub, adding direct flights to 13 top international destinations since 2013 alone.

United to add two additional routes from the Washington Dulles hub

United Airlines has announced it will add United Express twice-daily service between the Washington Dulles (IAD) hub and Bangor (BGR) on June 4, 2020 and Madison (MSN) on May 8, 2020.

The Bangor route will operate with Embraer ERJ 145s and Madison on either Bombardier CRJ700s or Embraer ERJ 145s.

Previously the airline announced service from Dulles to West Palm Beach (PBI) starting in February, 2020 and Akron/Canton (CAK) and Philadelphia (PHL) starting in May, 2020.

Forbes: United Airlines’ Next CEO Scott Kirby Used To Count Cards. Now He Counts Regional Jets.

Recommended reading: From Forbes. J. Scott Kirby, formerly of America West, US Airways and American Airlines, will take over United Airlines in May 2020. As previously reported, J. Scott Kirby, President (right above), will succeed Oscar Munoz (left above) as Chief Executive Officer. Read the full story on his background.

United’s CEO Oscar Munoz to hand the reigns to J. Scott Kirby

United Airlines today announced that Oscar Munoz, Chief Executive Officer, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of United Airlines Holdings, Inc. in May 2020. As CEO, Munoz has transformed United’s culture and set new standards of operational and financial performance. J. Scott Kirby, President, will succeed Munoz as Chief Executive Officer.

“With United in a stronger position than ever, now is the right time to begin the process of passing the baton to a new leader,” Munoz said. “One of my goals as CEO was to put in place a successful leadership transition for United Airlines. I brought Scott to United three years ago, and I am confident that there is no one in the world better equipped to lead United to even greater heights. It has been the honor of my career to lead the 95,000 dedicated professionals who serve United’s customers every day. I look forward to continuing to work closely with Scott in the months ahead and supporting the company’s ongoing success in my new role.”

Kirby was recruited to United Airlines by Munoz in August 2016, after a three-decade career in the commercial airline business. His appointment reflects a commitment from Munoz and the Board to preserve leadership continuity and demonstrates confidence in the airline’s strategy and current trajectory.

“When I joined United as CEO, I laid out ambitious goals to build a new spirit of United by regaining the trust of our employees and customers – and I’m proud of how far we’ve come,” Munoz said. “Along with the successful implementation of the plan our team laid out in January 2018, United’s operational and financial performance isn’t just better – it’s better than ever. By instilling a culture of ‘proof not promise,’ we have transformed United even faster than we expected and there’s an incredible sense of excitement about the future.”

Kirby, a highly-regarded industry leader, has played a pivotal role in enabling United’s cultural transformation and successfully executing the company’s strategic growth plan.

“I am honored to be named the next CEO of United and to succeed Oscar, whose leadership has been truly transformational for United Airlines,” Kirby said. “I look forward to working with Oscar, the Board, our established leadership team and every United employee as we drive forward our proven strategy and focus on being the airline customers choose to fly and return to time and again.”

Munoz will serve as Executive Chairman for a one-year term and will continue to work closely with Kirby, the Board and the United team in shaping United’s employee and customer-centric culture. He will also lead the company’s Board and continue to engage on behalf of United with a range of external stakeholders.

As part of this transition, United’s current Chairman, Jane Garvey, will retire from the Board in May 2020 after more than a decade of exceptional service, including serving as Chairman since May 2018. At the request of the Board, Garvey agreed to remain in her role for a year beyond the Board’s mandatory retirement age.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I cannot thank Oscar enough for his outstanding leadership and commitment to United, and we are pleased that we will continue to benefit from his expertise and experience in his role as Executive Chairman,” Garvey said. “Oscar became CEO at one of the most challenging points in United’s history, and his focus on putting customers and employees first has transformed United’s culture today and successfully positioned the company for tomorrow. One of Oscar’s greatest legacies is the best-in-class leadership team he has built, and we have full confidence that Scott is the ideal candidate to lead United into the bright future that lies ahead.”

The company also announced that Ted Philip will become Lead Independent Director following the 2020 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Philip joined the Board in July 2016 and chairs the Nominating/Governance Committee. He also currently serves on the Board of Directors of Hasbro, Inc. and BRP Inc.

“I could not be more excited about the opportunity that we have at United over the next several years to fulfill this airline’s incredible potential,” Philip said. “I am proud to work alongside Oscar in guiding United’s Board and leadership team, and I am eager to get to work on delivering for all of our stakeholders. The entire Board and I want to thank Jane for her many contributions to United over the last decade, including her highly successful tenure as Chairman.”

All of the changes announced today will take effect following the company’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders, scheduled for May 20, 2020.

Above Copyright Photo: United Airlines Boeing 767-322 ER WL N674UA (msn 29242) LHR (Antony J. Best). Image: 948476.

United Airlines aircraft slide show (Boeing, new livery):

United Airlines orders 50 Airbus A321XLRs to replace its Boeing 757-200s

United Airlines has placed a firm order for 50 Airbus A321XLR aircraft as it begins to phase out older models and launches an expansion of transatlantic routes from its key U.S. hubs in Newark and Washington D.C. United plans to take delivery of the first A321XLR in 2024 and expects to begin international service with the aircraft in 2025.

The new A321XLRs will replace United’s Boeing 757-200 fleet.

The A321XLR is the next evolutionary step in the A320neo/A321neo family of aircraft, meeting market requirements for increased range and payload in a single-aisle aircraft, and creating more value for the airlines by enabling economically viable service on longer routes than any comparable aircraft model. It will allow service from the U.S. East Coast to a much larger selection of European destinations.

The A321XLR will deliver an unprecedented narrow-body airliner range of up to 4,700nm, with 30% lower fuel consumption per seat compared with previous-generation competitor jets. It will have a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of 101 metric tonnes, while takeoff, climb, and flight performance will change little from the A321neo.

The A321XLR will be operated by the same crew, powered by the same engines and have the same cabin as the A321neo, with more than 90 percent commonality. Combining the A321neo’s two rear center fuel tanks into one adds fuel capacity and reduces structural weight. Other significant changes include structural reinforcements and modified landing gears for the increased MTOW, increased braking capability, higher tire speed, and additional flap and slat configurations.

With the Airbus Cabin Flex fuselage, the A321XLR will accommodate a variety of seating classes and configurations suitable for longer flights.

At the end of October 2019, the A320neo Family had accumulated more than 7,000 firm orders from over 110 customers worldwide.

United Airlines made this announcement:

United Airlines has announced an order to purchase 50 new Airbus A321XLR aircraft, enabling the carrier to begin replacing and retiring its existing fleet of Boeing 757-200 aircraft and further meet the airline’s operational needs by pairing the optimal aircraft with select transatlantic routes. The state-of-the-art aircraft, which United expects to introduce into international service in 2024, will also allow United to explore serving additional destinations in Europe from its East Coast hubs in Newark and Washington.

The next-generation A321XLR offers customers an elevated inflight experience and features modern amenities including LED lighting, larger overhead bin space and Wi-Fi connectivity. Additionally, the new aircraft lowers overall fuel burn per seat by about 30% when compared to previous generation aircraft, enabling United to further minimize its environmental impact as the carrier moves towards its ambitious goal of reducing its carbon footprint by 50% relative to 2005 levels by 2050.

United plans to begin taking delivery of the Airbus A321XLR in 2024.

Additionally, the airline will defer the delivery of its order of Airbus A350s until 2027 to better align with the carrier’s operational needs.

Image: Airbus.