United Airlines

Airlines & Aviation

Connecting people. Uniting the world. — expansive global airline network and pioneer in sustainable aviation.

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Quick Facts

Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Founded: 1926
Employees: 100,000+
Valuation: NASDAQ Listed (UAL) — ~$18B Cap

About United Airlines

United Airlines, Inc. is a major American airline operating an extensive domestic and international route network across 350+ destinations. Headquartered in Chicago Willis Tower, United is a founding member of the Star Alliance network.

United operates major hub airports in Chicago O'Hare, Denver, Houston Intercontinental, Newark/New York, San Francisco, Washington Dulles, and Los Angeles.

What United Airlines Does

Global Passenger Transportation

Comprehensive transatlantic, transpacific, and domestic flight operations featuring Polaris business class cabins.

MileagePlus Loyalty Program

Global frequent flyer loyalty program offering miles, lounge access (United Club), and co-branded Chase credit card rewards.

United Cargo

Air cargo shipment services carrying pharmaceuticals, perishables, and expedited freight globally.

United Aviate & Fleet Maintenance

Proprietary pilot flight academy (Aviate) and comprehensive aircraft overhaul and maintenance engineering.

Career Areas

Types of professional roles found inside United Airlines.

Flight Crew & Safety Operations
Digital Technology & Enterprise IT
Aviation Maintenance & Engineering
Airport & Customer Operations

United Airlines's History

1926
Founding by Walter Varney
Varney Air Lines flew the first commercial airmail route in Boise, Idaho, later forming United Air Lines in 1931.
2010
Merger with Continental Airlines
Merged with Continental Airlines to form one of the world's premier global air carriers.
2021
United Next Growth Plan
Announced the largest aircraft order in company history — 270 new Boeing and Airbus jets equipped with modernized interiors.
2024
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Leadership
Invested heavily in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and electric vertical takeoff (eVTOL) aircraft partnerships.