DLD 112: Ultra-long Competition
This week, on Dots, Lines and Destinations… When the fourth longest route in the world suddenly has direct competition something crazy is happening in the...
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United, Flight Attendant Union Strike Deal
It is not even officially a "tentative agreement" yet, much less ratified and approved by the rank-and-file members. But United Airlines and its flight attendants...
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United seeks to placate investors, but what will change?
Can United Airlines please investors and maybe even improve the passenger experience? CEO Oscar Munoz outlined his vision for the coming months and years. And...
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United reaches for the stars with Polaris rebranding
Pros and cons of United's new Polaris premium cabin rebranding initiative? Yes, there are many. Overall a solid offering with some big wins, but also...
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Singapore to launch nonstop San Francisco Service
Singapore Airlines is not waiting for the A350-900ULR to restart nonstop service to the United States. Facing competition with United which launched service at the...
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Raleigh-New York the newest battleground route
United Airlines is apparently adding non-hub service between New York's LaGuardia Airport and Raleigh-Durham, a competitive route, starting on 30 October 2016. The new service...
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United’s newest 777 config on delivery flight
The newest 777 layout from United Airlines is en route back to North America where it will enter service later this month. But is that...
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United’s got Garrett’s (for a price)
Get some Garrett's Popcorn mix on United flights starting today. That's just one of three new items added to the in-flight catering menu for the...
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Winners and losers with the Newark slot control changes
Yes, it was announced on April 1, 2016. No, it is not a prank. Newark Airport is dropping slot limits, just over eight years those...
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Haneda slots: Who wants what??
The Haneda slot applications are in and, not surprisingly, there is contention over the six slots available to serve the Tokyo airport from the United States....