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Pop-Off Politics: Breaking Down Houston’s $1.95 Billion Bond Deal For Bush International Airport
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: Breaking Down Houston’s $1.95 Billion Bond Deal For Bush International AirportWhat you should know about the terminal upgrades before you're council member makes their vote.
KPRC 2 uncovers emails tied to firm who donated $50K to controller’s conference also part of financing deal at IAH
Read full article: KPRC 2 uncovers emails tied to firm who donated $50K to controller’s conference also part of financing deal at IAHThe focus of our request were those emails tied to the nearly $2 billion dollar United Airlines project at Bush Intercontinental Airport’s Terminal B.
US fines American Airlines $50 million over mishandling of disabled passengers and wheelchairs
Read full article: US fines American Airlines $50 million over mishandling of disabled passengers and wheelchairsThe U.S. government is fining American Airlines $50 million for failing to provide wheelchair assistance to passengers with disabilities and damaging thousands of wheelchairs over a five-year period.
Stock market today: Wall Street rises as tech stocks and oil prices steady themselves
Read full article: Stock market today: Wall Street rises as tech stocks and oil prices steady themselvesU.S. stocks rose following better-than-expected profit reports from Morgan Stanley, United Airlines and other big companies.
Love lands at IAH as couple’s proposal takes flight with United Airlines’ help
Read full article: Love lands at IAH as couple’s proposal takes flight with United Airlines’ helpJack Lorey orchestrated a memorable marriage proposal for his girlfriend, Erica Bonilla, at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport with the assistance of United Airlines.
Over 50 Houston high school girls to learn how United Airlines is breaking barriers in the aviation field
Read full article: Over 50 Houston high school girls to learn how United Airlines is breaking barriers in the aviation fieldUnited Airlines says it will welcome more than 50 high school-aged girls from Houston ISD and Sterling Aviation High School to Bush Intercontinental Airport as part of Girls in Aviation Day!
United Airlines will offer free internet on flights using service from Elon Musk's SpaceX
Read full article: United Airlines will offer free internet on flights using service from Elon Musk's SpaceXUnited Airlines says it will offer free WiFi service on flights using the satellite-based Starlink service from Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
Is there potential impact on United Airlines flights as strike looms? What you should know
Read full article: Is there potential impact on United Airlines flights as strike looms? What you should knowThe recent strike approval by United Airlines flight attendants have many travelers asking if this will have a significant impact on flights.
United Airlines flight attendants vote to approve nationwide strike ahead of Labor Day weekend
Read full article: United Airlines flight attendants vote to approve nationwide strike ahead of Labor Day weekendHundreds of United Airlines flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), announced the approval to authorize a nationwide strike ahead of Labor Day weekend.
Delta and American Airlines extend the suspension of flights to Israel as the war in Gaza grinds on
Read full article: Delta and American Airlines extend the suspension of flights to Israel as the war in Gaza grinds onDelta Air Lines is extending its suspension of flights between the U.S. and Israel by another month, through Oct. 31.
The sky is the limit for this 12-year-old from Houston! Take a tour of the world’s largest passenger airliner
Read full article: The sky is the limit for this 12-year-old from Houston! Take a tour of the world’s largest passenger airlinerIn two days, Lucas will celebrate his thirteenth birthday and for most of his birthdays, he has had the same big wish...to get an up-close look at an Airbus A380 - the world’s largest passenger airliner.
Terrell Davis says United banned him after flight incident. Airline says it was already rescinded
Read full article: Terrell Davis says United banned him after flight incident. Airline says it was already rescindedPro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis posted an email from United Airlines Tuesday saying he was temporarily banned from flying the airline after an incident earlier this month.
Boston-bound United flight from Houston diverts after customer experiences ‘medical issue’
Read full article: Boston-bound United flight from Houston diverts after customer experiences ‘medical issue’United Airlines confirms a flight bound for Boston diverted after a customer experienced a medical issue Sunday.
Most airlines except one are recovering from the CrowdStrike tech outage. The feds have noticed
Read full article: Most airlines except one are recovering from the CrowdStrike tech outage. The feds have noticedDelta Air Lines is struggling for a fourth straight day to recover from the tech outage, even as other airlines are returning to nearly normal levels of service.
Tech outage latest | Airlines and others rush to get back on track after global tech disruption
Read full article: Tech outage latest | Airlines and others rush to get back on track after global tech disruptionTransport providers, businesses and governments are rushing to get all their systems back online after long disruptions following a widespread technology outage.
Your flight was canceled by the technology outage. What do you do next?
Read full article: Your flight was canceled by the technology outage. What do you do next?Thousands of flights have been canceled after a worldwide internet outage hit many leading airlines, forcing passengers to scramble to save their vacations and other trips.
Paris to Pearland: Family of 6 to return home after worldwide computer outages cause flight delays
Read full article: Paris to Pearland: Family of 6 to return home after worldwide computer outages cause flight delaysGOOD NEWS for a Houston-area family, whose flight back home from Paris, France was delayed due to the global computer outage. They were able to board their plane hours after speaking exclusively with KPRC 2 while waiting patiently at the airport.
Major delays at Houston airports after worldwide computer outage disrupts businesses and organizations
Read full article: Major delays at Houston airports after worldwide computer outage disrupts businesses and organizationsMicrosoft says users worldwide may be unable to access various Microsoft 365 apps and services, in a widespread outage reportedly connected to the U.S. cybersecurity company Crowdstrike.
United Airlines Q2 profit rises to $1.32 billion as travel demand offsets the carrier's rising costs
Read full article: United Airlines Q2 profit rises to $1.32 billion as travel demand offsets the carrier's rising costsUnited Airlines has reported higher profit in the second quarter, thanks to record crowds at U.S. airports.
NFL Hall of Famer says he was unjustly handcuffed and 'humiliated' on a flight
Read full article: NFL Hall of Famer says he was unjustly handcuffed and 'humiliated' on a flightPro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis says he was “humiliated” after being unjustly handcuffed and removed from a United Airlines flight over the weekend.
More than 3 million pass through US airport security in a day for the first time as travel surges
Read full article: More than 3 million pass through US airport security in a day for the first time as travel surgesAgents for the U.S. Transportation Security Administration on Sunday screened 3 million airline passengers in a single day for the first time ever.
United Airlines ‘closely monitoring’ tropical storm forecast for flights in and out of Houston airports this week
Read full article: United Airlines ‘closely monitoring’ tropical storm forecast for flights in and out of Houston airports this weekUnfavorable weather conditions may be the only thing stopping you from reaching your vacation destination this week.
Dozens of United Airlines passengers headed to Houston fall ill after international cruise
Read full article: Dozens of United Airlines passengers headed to Houston fall ill after international cruiseAccording to Houston firefighters, at least 25 people on the flight reported feeling sick due to a cruise they were on.
Money-saving resources Houstonians should take advantage of when planning Memorial Day or Summer adventure
Read full article: Money-saving resources Houstonians should take advantage of when planning Memorial Day or Summer adventureSummer is just around the corner and if you’re trying to get away from the intense Texas heat, we won’t blame you. But we will if you don’t take advantage of some money-saving resources by United Airlines!
Flight delays at Houston’s Bush and Hobby airports amid severe thunderstorms
Read full article: Flight delays at Houston’s Bush and Hobby airports amid severe thunderstormsFlight delays have been reported at Bush Intercontinental Airport and Houston William P. Hobby Airport on Thursday afternoon and evening due to severe thunderstorms in the Houston area.
United Airlines says it has regained some privileges that were suspended after problem flights
Read full article: United Airlines says it has regained some privileges that were suspended after problem flightsUnited Airlines says it can plan for growth again as federal regulators continue their review of the airline's operations.
Consumer groups push Congress to uphold automatic refunds for airline passengers
Read full article: Consumer groups push Congress to uphold automatic refunds for airline passengersConsumer groups are pushing Congress to uphold automatic refunds for airline passengers whose flights are canceled or delayed for several hours.
House and Senate negotiate bill to help FAA add more air traffic controllers and safety inspectors
Read full article: House and Senate negotiate bill to help FAA add more air traffic controllers and safety inspectorsCongressional negotiators have agreed to help the Federal Aviation Administration hire more air traffic controllers and safety inspectors.
Southwest Airlines flight attendants ratify a contract that will raise pay about 33% over 4 years
Read full article: Southwest Airlines flight attendants ratify a contract that will raise pay about 33% over 4 yearsSouthwest Airlines flight attendants have ratified a new contract that will boost their pay by about one-third over four years.
FAA, United investigating after video captures passenger in cockpit during flight
Read full article: FAA, United investigating after video captures passenger in cockpit during flightThe FAA and United Airlines are investigating after a passenger was caught on video inside the cockpit during a flight chartered by the MLB team. #AviationSafety #InvestigationInProgress
United pilot ‘did not slow too much initially’ during landing where jet slid off runway at Bush airport
Read full article: United pilot ‘did not slow too much initially’ during landing where jet slid off runway at Bush airportThe pilot of a United Airlines jet that slid off the runway at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in March told federal investigators that he did not “slow too much” initially upon landing.
United Airlines is asking pilots to take time off in May because of a shortage of new Boeing planes
Read full article: United Airlines is asking pilots to take time off in May because of a shortage of new Boeing planesUnited Airlines is asking its pilots to take time off in May because the airline isn't getting as many new planes from Boeing as it expected.
‘Slightly loose’ Cabin door handle prompts return of Florida-bound United flight back to Houston airport
Read full article: ‘Slightly loose’ Cabin door handle prompts return of Florida-bound United flight back to Houston airportA United Airlines flight from Houston to Florida returned to Bush Intercontinental Airport after a flight steward noticed a cabin door handle was “slightly loose”.
United Airlines says federal regulators will increase oversight of the company following issues
Read full article: United Airlines says federal regulators will increase oversight of the company following issuesUnited Airlines says federal regulators are increasing their oversight of the carrier following a series of recent issues.
Need to 'borrow' miles from your kid to get that free flight? A big airline will let you do that
Read full article: Need to 'borrow' miles from your kid to get that free flight? A big airline will let you do thatWhat if you don't have enough airline miles for that free flight, but a family member does.
United Airlines CEO tries to reassure customers that the airline is safe despite recent incidents
Read full article: United Airlines CEO tries to reassure customers that the airline is safe despite recent incidentsThe CEO of United Airlines is trying to reassure travelers that the airline is safe despite a series of recent incidents ranging from a panel falling off a plane to an engine fire.
Older Boeing plane found to have missing panel after flight from California to southern Oregon
Read full article: Older Boeing plane found to have missing panel after flight from California to southern OregonOfficials say a post-flight inspection revealed a missing panel on a 25-year-old Boeing 737-800 after it arrived at its destination in southern Oregon.
Southwest Airlines delays, cancels dozens of Florida flights as Texas Spring Break begins
Read full article: Southwest Airlines delays, cancels dozens of Florida flights as Texas Spring Break beginsSouthwest Airlines has delayed and cancelled dozens of flights from Houston to Florida due to weather conditions.
United Airlines has turbulent week of airplane incidents, all with Boeing aircraft
Read full article: United Airlines has turbulent week of airplane incidents, all with Boeing aircraftUnited Airlines closed out the week with three incidents and a federal agency launching a probe into an issue with one of their aircraft last month.
Mexico-bound plane lands in LA in 4th emergency this week for United Airlines
Read full article: Mexico-bound plane lands in LA in 4th emergency this week for United AirlinesA United Airlines jetliner headed to Mexico City from San Francisco has made an emergency landing in Los Angeles after the crew reported a hydraulics issue, in the fourth emergency involving a United Airlines flight this week.
United Airlines plane makes a safe emergency landing in LA after losing a tire during takeoff
Read full article: United Airlines plane makes a safe emergency landing in LA after losing a tire during takeoffA United Airlines jetliner that lost a tire on takeoff has made a safe emergency landing in Los Angeles.
Investigators say they confirmed pilots' account of a rudder-control failure on a Boeing Max jet
Read full article: Investigators say they confirmed pilots' account of a rudder-control failure on a Boeing Max jetFederal investigators have confirmed an account by pilots who say the rudder controls on their Boeing Max jetliner failed during a landing last month.
American Airlines to buy 260 new planes from Boeing, Airbus and Embraer to meet growing demand
Read full article: American Airlines to buy 260 new planes from Boeing, Airbus and Embraer to meet growing demandAmerican Airlines is ordering 260 new planes to meet growing travel demand and increase the airline’s supply of premium seats.
United flight from San Francisco to Boston diverted due to damage to one of its wings
Read full article: United flight from San Francisco to Boston diverted due to damage to one of its wingsUnited Airlines says a flight heading from San Francisco to Boston had to be diverted after the plane suffered damage to one of its wings.
Flight attendants are holding airport rallies to protest the lack of new contracts and pay raises
Read full article: Flight attendants are holding airport rallies to protest the lack of new contracts and pay raisesFlight attendants for major U.S. airlines are holding rallies at airports around the country to push for higher pay.
‘Tomorrow is yours:’ United Airlines ad brings in actor Kyle Chandler to proclaim next year belongs to Texans
Read full article: ‘Tomorrow is yours:’ United Airlines ad brings in actor Kyle Chandler to proclaim next year belongs to TexansA new advertisement from United Airlines proclaims next year is the year of the Houston Texans.
And she’s off! Houston business owner heads to the Grammys after USPS mail delivery delays
Read full article: And she’s off! Houston business owner heads to the Grammys after USPS mail delivery delaysHouston small business owner Khaliah Guillory arrived at airport on Wednesday, and United Airlines waived her baggage fees after her business was affected by the USPS mail delivery delays.
Houston business owner gets baggage fee waived as she heads to Grammys after being impacted by USPS mail delivery delays
Read full article: Houston business owner gets baggage fee waived as she heads to Grammys after being impacted by USPS mail delivery delaysHouston small-business owner Khaliah O. Guillory will not have to pay for her baggage as she travels to the Grammys, after her business was impacted by the USPS mail delivery delays.
Flight 1989: United Airlines numbering flights after Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce ahead of Super Bowl
Read full article: Flight 1989: United Airlines numbering flights after Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce ahead of Super BowlIf you’re heading to the Super Bowl, you might be able to catch flight 1989 Swifties.
At United and Alaska airlines, frustration with Boeing's manufacturing problems is boiling over
Read full article: At United and Alaska airlines, frustration with Boeing's manufacturing problems is boiling overThe CEOs of Alaska Airlines and United Airlines say they are frustrated and angry about ongoing manufacturing problems at Boeing.
Stock market today: Asian shares mixed as Japan reports that its exports jumped in December
Read full article: Stock market today: Asian shares mixed as Japan reports that its exports jumped in DecemberAsian shares are mixed after Japan reported its exports jumped nearly 10% in December over a year earlier.
United Airlines expects to lose money in the first quarter due to the grounding of Boeing Max 9 jets
Read full article: United Airlines expects to lose money in the first quarter due to the grounding of Boeing Max 9 jetsUnited Airlines is warning that it will lose money in the first three months of the year partly because of the grounding of its Boeing Max 9 airplanes.
Federal officials recommend that airlines inspect door plugs on some older Boeing jets as well
Read full article: Federal officials recommend that airlines inspect door plugs on some older Boeing jets as wellFederal officials are recommending that airlines inspect the door plugs on more Boeing 737s after one of the panel blew off a Boeing jet in midflight.
Check your flight!✈️ Cancellations, delays reported at Bush and Hobby airports due to icy conditions
Read full article: Check your flight!✈️ Cancellations, delays reported at Bush and Hobby airports due to icy conditionsA ground stop has been issued at both Houston airports Monday due to thunderstorms in the area.
United Airlines issued full ground stop for departures out of Bush Airport Monday due to weather
Read full article: United Airlines issued full ground stop for departures out of Bush Airport Monday due to weatherUnited Airlines had issued a full ground stop at Bush Airport on Monday morning due to the winter weather sweeping across the Houston area.
Alaska Airlines cancels flights on certain Boeing planes through Saturday for mandatory inspections
Read full article: Alaska Airlines cancels flights on certain Boeing planes through Saturday for mandatory inspectionsAlaska Airlines is canceling all flights on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes until Saturday while it waits for new instructions on how to inspect and fix the planes.
Investigation into why a panel blew off a Boeing Max 9 jet focuses on missing bolts
Read full article: Investigation into why a panel blew off a Boeing Max 9 jet focuses on missing boltsFederal regulators are extending the grounding of some Boeing jets after an Alaska Airlines plane lost a side panel last week.
Airlines say they found loose parts in door panels during inspections of Boeing Max 9 jets
Read full article: Airlines say they found loose parts in door panels during inspections of Boeing Max 9 jetsFederal investigators are learning more about how a door panel flew off an Alaska Airlines jetliner last week.
Loose bolts on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes discovered by United Airlines: What attorney is saying to KPRC 2 Investigates
Read full article: Loose bolts on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes discovered by United Airlines: What attorney is saying to KPRC 2 InvestigatesMore loose bolts were identified on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes. The findings came after all 737 Max 9 were grounded over the weekend after a sealed door blew off the side of an Alaska Airlines Max 9 flight on Saturday.
United Airlines finds loose bolts, other issues on a key part of grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners
Read full article: United Airlines finds loose bolts, other issues on a key part of grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 jetlinersThe decision by Alaska Airlines to stop flying one of its planes over the Pacific Ocean to Hawaii due to warnings from a cabin-pressurization system — yet keep flying it over land — is raising questions about whether the jet should have been in the air at all.
Boeing jetliner that suffered inflight blowout was restricted because of concern over warning light
Read full article: Boeing jetliner that suffered inflight blowout was restricted because of concern over warning lightA federal official says the Boeing jetliner that suffered an inflight blowout over Portland, Oregon, was not being used for flights to Hawaii after a warning light that could have indicated a pressurization problem lit up on three different flights.
City officials at odds over finalizing Terminal B expansion at Bush Airport before end of year
Read full article: City officials at odds over finalizing Terminal B expansion at Bush Airport before end of yearMayor Sylvester Turner said he is ready to go with the Terminal B expansion at Bush Airport. The $2.6 billion project would make modern improvements to ticketing, baggage, and security.
Exclusive Access: A Behind the Scenes Look at Holiday Travel with United
Read full article: Exclusive Access: A Behind the Scenes Look at Holiday Travel with UnitedHouston Life Reporter Melanie Camp takes us behind the scenes at IAH to see how United is keeping it moving - from Ticketing to takeoff- during this busy holiday travel period.
American Airlines lost $545 million in the third quarter on higher labor costs while rivals prosper
Read full article: American Airlines lost $545 million in the third quarter on higher labor costs while rivals prosperAmerican Airlines is reporting a $545 million loss for the third quarter due to higher labor costs.
United Airlines rolling out plan that lets passengers in economy class with window seats board first
Read full article: United Airlines rolling out plan that lets passengers in economy class with window seats board firstUnited Airlines says that it will start boarding passengers in economy class with window seats first starting next week, a move that will speed up boarding times for flights.
Shares of United Airlines tumble on sour outlook for 4Q profit because of rising fuel prices
Read full article: Shares of United Airlines tumble on sour outlook for 4Q profit because of rising fuel pricesShares of United Airlines have tumbled after the carrier issued a gloomy outlook for fourth-quarter profit.
A busy summer pushes United Airlines to a $1.14 billion profit, but fuel cost will hurt 4Q results
Read full article: A busy summer pushes United Airlines to a $1.14 billion profit, but fuel cost will hurt 4Q resultsThe summer travel season was very good for U.S. airlines, but rising fuel prices and the Israel-Hamas war are setting up a turbulent fourth quarter.
Major airlines suspend flights in Israel after a massive attack by Hamas ignites heavy fighting
Read full article: Major airlines suspend flights in Israel after a massive attack by Hamas ignites heavy fightingMajor airlines are suspending flights to Israel after it formally declared war following a massive attack by Hamas.
Airlines halt flights in and out of Israel after a massive attack by Hamas ignites heavy fighting
Read full article: Airlines halt flights in and out of Israel after a massive attack by Hamas ignites heavy fightingMajor airlines are suspending flights to Israel after it formally declared war following a massive attack by Hamas.
United Airlines makes 2nd large order for new planes in less than a year as it renews its fleet
Read full article: United Airlines makes 2nd large order for new planes in less than a year as it renews its fleetUnited Airlines is making its second large order of new planes in less than a year, again seeking a mix of 110 aircraft from Boeing and rival Airbus as it renews its fleet.
United Airlines will make changes for people with wheelchairs after a government investigation
Read full article: United Airlines will make changes for people with wheelchairs after a government investigationUnited Airlines is making changes for passengers with wheelchairs after a government investigation into a complaint by a disability-rights advocate.
United Airlines says it fixed the technology problem that briefly held up all its departing flights
Read full article: United Airlines says it fixed the technology problem that briefly held up all its departing flightsUnited Airlines says it has fixed the technology problem that briefly prevented its flights nationwide from taking off.
United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop following ‘systemwide technology issue’
Read full article: United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop following ‘systemwide technology issue’United Airlines has lifted a nationwide ground stop Tuesday following a “systemwide technology issue,” the airline said.
United Flight attendants protest at IAH to demand airline to fix operation issues, fair contracts ahead of Labor Day
Read full article: United Flight attendants protest at IAH to demand airline to fix operation issues, fair contracts ahead of Labor DayDozens of flight attendants for United Airlines gathered Thursday to protest outside of George Bush Intercontinental Airport to demand the airline to fix ongoing operation issues and negotiate a long overdue fair contract, according to a release.
Investigators say miscommunication between pilots caused United plane to drop near ocean's surface
Read full article: Investigators say miscommunication between pilots caused United plane to drop near ocean's surfaceFederal investigators said Thursday that miscommunication between pilots led to a United Airlines plane diving within 748 feet of the ocean’s surface shortly after takeoff from Hawaii in December.
Travel booking scams: BBB warns travelers about rebooking or changing flights
Read full article: Travel booking scams: BBB warns travelers about rebooking or changing flightsFlight delays and cancelations mean it's been a bumpy ride for a lot of airline travelers this summer. We've got a warning you need to hear before you try to rebook or change your flight. Learn details of a scam some weary travelers are getting suckered into.
American Airlines rides travel boom to $1.3 billion profit in the second quarter as fuel prices drop
Read full article: American Airlines rides travel boom to $1.3 billion profit in the second quarter as fuel prices dropAmerican Airlines reported a $1.3 billion profit for the second quarter, continuing the run of strong results from the nation's airlines.
United Airlines says it made $1 billion in the second quarter and sees strong remainder of 2023
Read full article: United Airlines says it made $1 billion in the second quarter and sees strong remainder of 2023United Airlines is reporting a profit of more than $1 billion for the first part of the peak summer travel season.
United Airlines gets a handle on canceled flights, the CEO outlines how to prevent another meltdown
Read full article: United Airlines gets a handle on canceled flights, the CEO outlines how to prevent another meltdownAir travel is getting a bit easier, thanks to a break in storms that have pummeled the East Coast.
Passengers were stuck because United Airlines canceled their flights. The CEO took a private plane
Read full article: Passengers were stuck because United Airlines canceled their flights. The CEO took a private planeThe CEO of United Airlines is apologizing for jumping on a private plane this week while thousands of his airline's customers were stranded because their flights got canceled.
Was your flight canceled due to bad weather? What you need to know about rebooking, refunds and more
Read full article: Was your flight canceled due to bad weather? What you need to know about rebooking, refunds and moreHundreds of thousands of air travelers are facing potential flight cancellations and delays this weekend, the peak of summer travel, as thunderstorms threaten the East Coast, West Coast and points in between.