United Airlines
- Founded
- 1926
- Type
- Full Service Carrier
- Fleet size
- 784
- Destinations
- 342
- Passengers per year
- 113,154,579
United Airlines is one of the largest American airlines. The airline operates flights within the United States and to destinations in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia and Oceania.
Organization
United Airlines is part of United Airlines Holdings which is headquartered in Chicago (IL), United States. The airline has about 90,000 employees.
- Parent company
- United Airlines Holdings
- Alliance
- Star Alliance
- Frequent Flyer Program
- MileagePlus
History
United Airlines was founded in 2012 when Continental Airlines and United merged but the airlines’ roots can be traced back to 1926 with the establishment of the predecessor of Continental Airlines, Varney Air Lines.
Passengers
- 2015
- 94,891,627
- 2016
- 99,769,952
- 2017
- 107,037,834
- 2018
- 113,154,579
Baggage
United Airlines passengers are permitted to bring 1 piece of cabin luggage and 1 personal item with them on board. The amount of free checked luggage depends on the travel class and destination. In certain cases, checked luggage is only available for an additional fee. Please consult website United Airlines for more information.
In-flight Wi-Fi
United Airlines offers in-flight Wi-Fi on several aircraft types for an additional fee. Please consult website United Airlines for more information.
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