United Airlines Bans Humanoid and Animal-Like Robots From All FlightsKevin DerbyJuly 27, 2026 United Airlines (UA) has banned humanoid and animal-like robots from the cabin and from checked baggage across its network, with the restriction taking effect on July 23, 2026.
Southwest Airlines Bans Humanoid Robots Onboard After Stewie’s Dallas FlightKevin DerbyMay 15, 2026 Southwest Airlines bans humanoid robots onboard after Stewie’s flight from Las Vegas to Dallas raised battery safety concerns.