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United Airlines Travel/Flight Information
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United Airlines can trace its beginnings back to an airmail operation launched in 1926 and in 1930 a United Airlines predecessor subsidiary was the first in the world to introduce stewardess service. In 1961 a merger with Capital Airlines created the world's largest commercial airline, before a 1968 re-shuffle saw United Airliens become a wholly-owned subsidiary.
The carrier was one of the founding members of the prestigious Star Alliance, which also includes well-known airlines such as Lufthansa, Air Canada and Singapore Airlines. The membership brings customers access to extra flight routes and airport lounges around the world and provides them with the opportunity to earn air-miles from flights with partner airlines, making that airfare go even further.
Those taking a United Airlines flight can choose to travel all over the world. From its five US hubs, Chicago O'Hare, Denver International, Washington Dulles, Los Angles International and San Francisco, routes to all corners of the globe are on offer, as well as those to 73 domestic locations.
Passengers hopping aboard a United Airlines flight can travel to eight countries in Europe; the UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Russia and the Netherlands. Meanwhile, they could also opt for one of numerous Asian nations including China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates. Flights to two Australian destinations are also on offer, while the carrier also runs services to the Caribbean, Mexico, Canada, Brazil and Argentina.
The carrier operates a modern fleet of 385 aircraft, with an average age of 13-and-a-half years old. These include Boeing 737s, Boeing 747s, Boeing 757s, Boeing 767s, Boeing 777s and Airbus 319/320s.
In flight entertainment is found throughout the carrier's fleet and services. A feature which is evident on each United Airlines flight is the From the Flightdeck radio channel. This enables passengers to stay up to date with what's going on, thanks to being able to listen in on live radio communication between the cockpit and air traffic control.
Those who choose a business class international airfare with United Airlines can benefit from early boarding facilities, a pre-departure beverage service and extra-comfortable seats among the many perks. Passengers flying from London Heathrow can also use the new fast-track service, allowing faster service through immigration.
United Airlines also offers a first-class service, with luxury wines, champagnes and desserts on the menu, special noise-reduction headsets and priority de-boarding among the benefits for passengers to enjoy.
Meanwhile, United First Suite is the first word in onboard luxury. This is offered on its Boeing 747-400 and Boeing 777-200 flights. These services allow passengers to relax in style thanks to 78-inch flat beds and fully adjustable leg and head rests make for unsurpassed comfort.
Best of all, First Suite reclines to 180 degrees, transforming your home away from home into a soft, warm bed. Tuck yourself in with a larger, fluffier pillow, a cozy mattress pad and comforter, and a privacy screen for safe harbour, and enjoy the sweetest dreams in the sky. Complimentary newspapers are also given out to United First fklyers, ensuring that they stay up to date with all of the latest worldwide goings on.
For those who prefer to keep themselves busy during a flight rather than get some shuteye, travellers opting for United First can enjoy seatback entertainment which delivers 19 channels of audio programming as well as movies across seven channels. Complimentary wine, beer, Starbucks coffee and soft drinks, as well as a meal on flights of more than two hours will ensure that travellers are kept refreshed during their trip.
United First travellers will also enjoy priority check-in, baggage handling, boarding and exiting from the plane.
Meanwhile, those choosing Business Class will find options such as pre-departure drinks, spacious seats, a choice of onboard meals and express dining, with the menu being the work of renowned chef Charlie Trotter.
If that were not enough, a selection of wines, ports, spirits, desserts and fruits are also available for passengers. What's more, all of the entertainment options found in United First are also available to Business Class travellers, ensuring that the journey zips past in no time at all. Once settled into their seat, passengers in this area will find adjustable footrests with lumbar support, allowing them to enjoy a relaxing flight.
Economy travellers will be able to keep their sweet tooth happy during the flight as they can enjoy a range of snacks, cookies, chocolates and nuts which are sold onboard. For those looking for a healthier alternative, salads and sandwiches are also available on some services.
In flight entertainment is on offer thanks to movies and audio channels, while complimentary juices, Starbucks coffee and soft drinks will also be handed out by cabin crew, ensuring that whatever class you choose you will be refreshed and comfortable.
If you want the very cheapest airfares that United Airlines can offer, be sure to book through Major Travel.
Cheap Flights on United Airlines. Book online United Airlines fares.
Last updated: 21st August 2008
